Newly Renovated (completed 2007). The Historic Belleclaire Hotel is a grand-style hotel, offering old world charm at affordable prices. The landmark hotel, built in 1903 and designed by the noted architect E. Roth, has retained its elegant style, with an inviting lobby and spacious guest rooms. Home to many turn of the century celebrities including Mark Twain, the Russian novelist Maxim Gorky as well as stars of the Broadway stage and the silver screen. The Belleclaire has always been a haven for the smart traveler: those in search of a comfortable hotel, finding solitude from the hectic pace of mid-town Manhattan. After a busy day enjoying the sights of the city, take refuge in the comfort of the Belleclaire. Share a glass of wine and conversation, as you enjoy the view of one of New York's most fabulous neighborhoods.