The weather in NYC was WONDERFUL - not too hot, not too cold - sunshine and 70 degrees.
My room at the Ace however...was 79 degrees. The AC does not work and it was NOT disclosed. I had a late work event set up and didn't get to my room the first night until midnight and it was then I realized it was quite stuffy. But was too late to do anything about it so I just slept on top of the covers and had a horrible night of sleep. The next morning, I was dripping sweat while getting ready - a blow dryer + curling iron + no AC + window that opened 2 inches. I was so miserable but again - had to get to work so said I'd call later.
Called as soon as I got back and was told someone would come up. They brought a box fan. I looked at him strangely and said no no, AC doesn't work, I don't want a fan. Called back down and they said that due to NYC laws, they can't turn on the AC until May 15. Now, the fun part, I know NYC laws and that is a load of complete BS. In residential apartments, the rule is you can't change to AC until it is above a certain temperature outside for a consecutive number of days. This does NOT apply to hotels. The common area rooms of the hotel may have regulations but not the individual rooms. My assumption is the AC is broken so they are spouting excuses and lies so they don't have to give refunds or discounts. It has potential but FIX THE AC OR TELL PEOPLE IT ISN'T WORKING BEFORE THEY CHECK IN