
the legend behindThe Algonquin Cat
The most important resident, hamlet
Almost 40 years have passed since the hotel housed a Hamlet. He is the 8th Hamlet following three Matildas. Hamlet is named after famed resident John Barrymore, in honor of his greatest stage role.
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- 1986Matilda sunbathed in front of the hotel or in the planters
- 1998Won 2006 Cat of The Year at The Westchester Cat Show.
- 2010This Matilda loves the front desk.
- 2017Bidawee Animal Shelter Alum
- 1986Matilda sunbathed in front of the hotel or in the planters
- 1998Won 2006 Cat of The Year at The Westchester Cat Show.
- 2010This Matilda loves the front desk.
- 2017Bidawee Animal Shelter Alum

A Cat's Life
Daily brushing, birthday parties, fashion show benefits. From Rags to Riches, Hamlet was found in a feral colony on Long Island and now delights fascinated guests of the Algonquin.