NYC Hotels

HOTEL DEVELOPMENTS IN NEW YORK CITY

 
With over 4,500 new hotel rooms opened in 2009 and approximately 1,700 on schedule to open in 2010, there is plenty of choice for the international traveller. From the funky streets of Soho to the sophisticated Upper East Side, there is a location and a hotel to suit everyone.

 

The Standard – www.standardhotels.com – June 2009

Located in the trendy Meatpacking District, adjacent to the new High Line, The Standard is the latest offering from hotelier Andre Balazs. With floor to ceiling glass walls in all the guest rooms, the views of the Hudson are spectacular, but the biggest draw of this hotel is the neighbourhood itself. Rubbing shoulders with boutique shops, fashionable eating establishments and pumping nightclubs, the Standard offers a unique New York experience.

 

The Pierre – www.tajhotels.com – June 2009

The Pierre, the iconic flagship of Taj Hotels on New York’s Fifth Avenue overlooking Central Park, re-opened on 1 June 2009 following a meticulous $100 million renovation. With an enviable address on Central Park and Le Caprice opening in September 2009, this hotel offers unparalleled luxury in Midtown Manhattan.

 

The MAve Hotel – www.themavehotel.com - August 2009

This 72 room boutique hotel is perfectly located right on Madison Avenue in the Flatiron District. Guests have easy access to all that New York has to offer including the Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park, local favorite Shake Shack and the market at Union Square. Once inside, this hotel is an urban retreat with modern design and clean lines.

 

Ace Hotel – www.acehotel.com – June 2009

The eagerly awaited Ace Hotel opened its doors in June this year, bringing an urban vibe to Midtown Manhattan. The Ace is a funky option for travellers on a budget who don’t want to compromise on style. Each room is designed individually offering a home from home feel and guests can choose from a room with bunk beds, a loft style apartment or a deluxe room with Smeg fridge and turntables.

 

The Mark Hotel - www.themarkhotel.com – August 2009

Location, location, location - The Mark has one of the most enviable addresses in Manhattan and has reopened its doors after a huge refurbishment. Just one block to Central Park, two blocks to Christian Louboutin and four to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this hotel is perfect for those who want a chic hotel in the thick of the action.

 

Renaissance New York Hotel 57 – www.renaissancehotel57.com – August 2009

Located on New York’s Lexington Avenue, close to Times Square, Renaissance New York Hotel 57 offers all the amenities of a large city hotel yet has a unique boutique feel. For a real taste of New York living, the Skylofts come complete with high ceilings, walk-in wardrobes, hardwood floors and wrap-around terraces.

Ink48 – www.ink48.com – September 2009

For those in the know, who want to explore new areas in Manhattan, Ink 48 is the perfect choice. As the first boutique hotel in the Hell’s Kitchen District, Ink 48 sets a trend as a converted printing house with open-air gardens and panoramic City and Hudson River views. 2010 will see the addition of a 16th floor rooftop lounge complete with hot tub.

 

The Surrey Hotel –www.thesurrey.com – October 2009

For those looking for understated luxury, The Surrey Hotel located on the Upper East Side is the perfect choice. This hotel is a hidden gem and offers peace and quiet to guests yet still is just one block away from Central Park. The hotel boasts a Michelin star restaurant - Café Boulud, private Rooftop Garden for guests only and a luxurious spa offering tailor-made treatments.

 

The Distrikt Hotel - www.distrikthotel.com- December 2009

Celebrating all the districts in New York, this unique hotel is set to open its doors in December 2009. New York City itself inspires the décor with floors representing 10 different neighborhoods or districts beginning with a Central Park living wall in the lobby and renderings of Manhattan's grid around the elevators. Located centrally, just steps from Times Square, The Distrikt is perfectly located for guests to explore all of Manhattan’s neighbourhoods.

 

Andaz Wall Street - www.andaz.com - January 2010

Andaz, Hyatt’s newest brand, brings a touch of sophistication and simplicity to downtown New York City.  Situated at the corner of Wall and Water streets, the 253-room Andaz Wall Street is located in New York’s prime financial district. The Andaz brand prides itself on guest experience – on arrival guests can enjoy a complimentary cocktail while being checked in via handheld PC in the Andaz Lounge.  A perfect location for business travelers, the Andaz is also within walking distance of many of New York’s top attractions including the Statue of Liberty, the NYSE, Wall Street, South Street Seaport and the new Freedom Tower.

 

Trump Soho Hotel – www.trumpsohohotel.com.– January / February 2010

In early 2010, Trump is set to expand into downtown with the opening of the Trump Soho. This ultramodern property boasts glass walls on all guest rooms, affording panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, and the Manhattan skyline.  With a stunning spa offering the first luxury Hammam experience in New York and outdoor pool with private cabanas, this new hotel brings something different to the Soho neighbourhood.

 

W Downtown – www.whotels.com – February 2010

Also making the move downtown is W Hotels with the addition of a new property located at 123 Washington Street. Downtown, as the hotel is simply known, is 57 floors of urban luxury and offers the W signature comforts in this rapidly revitalizing area. Also available, which is unique to this property is the W Residences. Offering the complete urban lifestyle these private residences offer all the amenities of an apartment with the comforts of a hotel.

 

The Gansevoort Park Hotel – www.gansevoorthotelgroup.com - Summer 2010

Following on from the success of The Gansevoort in the Meatpacking District, The Gansevoort Park Hotel is set to open in summer 2010. Located on the sophisticated Park Avenue, this contemporary urban oasis offers all the facilities a guest could need. A highlight of the property - the three story roof terrace complete with outdoor fireplaces and swimming pool – is sure to be a hotspot for New Yorkers and visitors alike.

 

For more information about new developments in New York City please visit www.nycgo.com.
 

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