Hotel Norfolk Towers -- London, England

Skip it.  For some reason, right after swiping your card, they notified you that they require a copy of your ID as well.  So ... identity theft, anyone? Pick a nearby chain instead.  Also, the fancied-up grass-bar has no taps.

Blind Tiger -- New York, NY

You liked this place, especially because it has lots of craft beers -- a rarity in New York where choices are usually centered around Budweiser and Brooklyn Lager.  It was a bit crowded, but two seats opened up pretty quickly.

Milano's Bar -- New York, NY

A fantastic dive.  The bartender was attentive and sassy -- skipping songs on the internet-connected jukebox, unceremoniously.  They have Fernet, and they know how to use it, so have Lyft queued up with your hotel destination, just in case.

New Absolute Laundromat -- New York, NY

With a name like that, this place should rock!  It was okay.  Plenty of machines, clean, and open late.  The attendant guy was angry, but if you imagine it's a parody, you can quietly laugh to yourself.

Hyatt Place New York Midtown South -- New York

This one was alright, but try the Hyatt Herald Square, first.