Westgate New York City — Photo by Westgate Resorts

Westgate Resorts announced today the acquisition of the former Hilton New York Grand Central, a 23-floor, 300-room, two-tower hotel located in the historic Tudor City neighborhood within the heart of Midtown Manhattan's East Side that has been rebranded Westgate New York City

"It is with great excitement that I announce Westgate has purchased its first urban hotel located in none other than the Big Apple," said David Siegel, founder & CEO of Westgate Resorts. "This puts the Westgate flag proudly in the heart of one of the most visited cities in the world, located on East 42nd Street - only a few blocks from Times Square, the United Nations and Grand Central Station."

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