[New York, NY] May 2013 - There are so many great ways to celebrate your Mom in New York City. From a visit to the spa, afternoon tea, a stroll through Central Park or a delicious brunch, the choices are endless. Whether it's a family or a Mother/Daughter celebrating this special day, make sure to stay at The Hotel @ Times Square or nyma (new york manhattan hotel) – part of the Apple Core Hotels brand in midtown Manhattan.

Between May 1 and 31, 2013, room rates at these budget-friendly contemporary hotels start from only $249.99 plus taxes per night, (family room with two double beds -additional $15 + taxes for additional the third and forth person in room) at the Hotel @ Times Square or from only $239.99 plus taxes per night (double occupany with two double beds) at nyma (new york manhattan hotel). Best of all, almost everything is FREE at these budget-friendly hotels once you check in. Included is a full continental breakfast, WiFi Internet Access, phone calls anywhere within the United States and a fitness centre.

Just steps away from the hotels, there are countless day spas including Exhale Midtown, Townhouse Spa and Dorit Baxter Spa to name a few. Taking a walking tour together is such a lovely way to experience New York City while making it a memorable experience for your Mom. The two hour of Central Park's movie locations is a fun choice or learn about the process of making high-end chocolates while enjoying delicious samples at each shop on the Luxury Chocolate Walking Tour. And, as a great afternoon celebrate your Mom over a cup of tea at one of New York's top tea rooms!

To book your Mother's Day getaway in the centre of it all,call (800) 567-7720 or visit www.applecorehotels.com

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About Apple Core Hotels

Apple Core Hotels is a group of five, centrally-located, midtown Manhattan hotels that offers the most comprehensive list of complimentary amenities of all independent and small chain properties located in NYC. All five properties feature: free Wi-Fi Internet access in all rooms and public spaces, free nationwide and toll-free calling, complimentary daily breakfast, fitness facilities, business centers, in-room video games, movies on-demand, and an iPhone docking station. The properties are located within walking distance to must-see New York attractions such as the Empire State Building, Times Square, Central Park, and Macy's. Apple Core Hotels properties include nyma, the new york manhattan hotel, on 32nd Street west of Fifth Avenue; the smoke-free Broadway @ Times Square, west of Sixth Avenue on 46th Street; The Hotel @ Times Square, on 46th Street off Sixth Avenue; the landmark La Quinta Manhattan, on 32nd Street west of Fifth Avenue; and the Ramada Eastside, at 30th Street and Lexington Avenue.