We booked this hotel for the 4th of July weekend hoping to catch the fireworks from the rooftop. However, we were surprised to find out that viewing the fireworks from the rooftop came with an additional fee, and reserving a table cost even more. What's more, the rooftop was open to non-guests, which made it overcrowded and potentially hazardous. We ended up watching the fireworks on the Hudson River banks with the general public instead. While the hotel had its positives – cleanliness, great location, decent breakfast and easy access to public transportation, our experience with the fireworks viewing was disappointing. Given this, we likely won't return.