With a record 54.3 million tourists last year, it’s not a surprise why the hotel demand in the New York City soars. Each year the Big Apple sees more and more luxurious hotel properties popping up in its different corners, offering visitors new designs, ultra-modern facilities and high-end service to ensure guests’ comfortable and memorable stay away from home. The year of 2014 is no exception, and here are 3 of the most awaited hotels of New York City visitors will surely appreciate.
Baccarat Hotel & Residences NYC
For nearly 250 years, Baccarat has graced the world with stylish palaces and distinguished tables. And now, this legendary brand brings its brilliant touch to New York, opening a limited edition of inspired residences. Boasting a strategic location across the street from the Museum of Modern art on 53rd Street and 5th Avenue, the 50-story iconic tower takes its place in the Manhattan Skyline promising an experience of a lifetime.
The newest masterwork by renowned architects Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill, this instant getaway will house 61 condos, inspired by the brand’s remarkable crystal and heritage, and brought to life by award-winning interior designer Tony Ingrao. Units will range from one to four bedrooms and are priced between $3.5 million and $60 million. The building will also include a 50-foot ‘crystal bar’ pavilion, a spa with a 55-foot indoor pool and fitness facility, as well as a French-inspired restaurant found on the street level.
Park Hyatt New York
The Park Hyatt’s first New York hotel occupies a coveted location opposite Carnegie Hall in midtown Manhattan, with views of Central Park. Part of a 90-story mixed-use tower, the property will feature 210 rooms designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Christian de Portzamparc, a bar and a restaurant, 5000 square-feet of retail space, a meeting facility with a luxurious ballroom, a spa, fitness center and indoor swimming pools. The hotel’s interiors will be by Yabu Pushelberg, whose notable Manhattan designs include Bergdorf Goodman and Barneys.
A connoisseur of life’s finest pleasures, Hyatt is assembling a variety of New York hotel packages to help guests to experience the magic of the city and luxury hotel and get the most of your stay. Rates will start at $299 a night for a king bed.
Archer Hotel New York
At 45 West 38th Street one can find the 180-room boutique Archer Hotel, which plans to open in spring 2014, with rooms rating of about $350 per night. Bryant Park is some 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, while The Morgan Library and Museum are some 6 minutes’ walk away. The hotel also enjoys an excellent location close to Grand Central Station, which provides convenient public transport connections.
When it comes to guestrooms and suites Archer centers on a single mission: to turn small space into large luxury. And thanks to designer Glen Coben Archer’s guestrooms truly work for the modern traveler, promising an experience all its own. A cable TV, safe, minibar, coffee-making and ironing facilities, as well as en suite bathrooms are just some of the many facilities each room has on offer. For work or pure entertainment, the hotel also offers rooms with wireless high-speed Internet access (for a surcharge).
As to dining options, David Burkes Restaurant comes with tasty offerings, specializing in American cuisine. Guests can relax at the hotel’s roof-top bar, as well as enjoy cocktails at the bar, found on the 21st floor of the building and boasting views of the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings.
This is how New York City can amaze visitors…
