Adorned throughout with thousands of custom-made crystal furnishings, the interiors of the Baccarat are simply resplendent. Expect to find a dual-sided fireplace, a wall covered in 2,000 sparkling Harcourt glasses and seven magnificent chandeliers. The building itself features a shimmering prismatic glass facade that beautifully evokes the radiance of its namesake. Steeped in Parisian glamour, the 114 lavish guestrooms and suites combine elements of 18th-century France with modern fittings and bold fabrics. All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, plush four-poster beds and elegant marble bathrooms.

Inspired by the stables of Château de Versailles, the 60-foot bar is lined with dark leathers and crimson velvets. Oversized French doors open onto a landscaped terrace overlooking the Museum of Modern Art. The subterranean Spa de la Mer, with its white marble floors and calming ocean-inspired decor, is a highlight of any stay. The hotel makes for the perfect base for exploring the city, putting you within easy reach of Central Park, Times Square, the Rockefeller Centre and the high-end fashion houses of Fifth Avenue.