So, as I sit in my TWA Hotel room for the last few minutes before I check out, I thought it would be a great idea to share some of my experience here with other AvGeeks that may want to visit here.
First; The Pool and Observation Deck
This is definitely the standout for me. There is no better spot to view ramp action at JFK than here. You also have a great view of all runways. Phenomenal place to spot airplanes.
Second; The Room
I stayed in a Deluxe Double Queen with Runway View. And I will tell you right now, the view didn’t disappoint. My windows looked straight out onto the ramp and runway.
Third; Food
The food isn’t great, but you don’t go here for the food. You go for the experience.
Some of my highlights. (Yes, I took these with my phone. Please don’t judge. )
Might as well give my experience to add to the topic (if that’s ok with you)
The entrance itself was a bit hard to find. I was coming from the AA terminal, so it was basically across the entire airport. Signage could be a bit better.
First place I went was the Constellation. They have some interesting things along the way to it like a retro luggage vehicle, and inside the plane itself there are some nice surprises which i won’t reveal so you can see for yourself. Overall it was an immersive and realistic experience, with staff being helpful and kind.
There are so many places inside the main area that I don’t know where to start…The complex is more expansive than it seems, so a full day or at least a few hours would be best for the full experience. Like I said before the signage could be a bit better, but there are so many things to see and experience that the element of surprise is welcome.
The roof deck is nice, it’s close to many planes and there were a nice variety where I was. I’d recommend a camera with good zoom for pictures/videos of aircraft further away than the two closest terminals. Also, it might have been the day I visited or seasonal weather but prepare for some strong winds up there.
Yeah. I did an overnight stay, and totally loved it. I went from home, and put the address into my dad’s car’s navigation system, and I didn’t find it so hard to find. Thanks for your input!!
Yeah. When I went yesterday, a lot of things weren’t open because is covid-19. Still, the main reason I went was the Observation deck and pool, and that didn’t disappoint.
