A Room with a View on a New York City Break

The newest addition to the world-famous Ian Schrager's hotel group has moved south of Manhattan, at the crossroads of three iconic Downtown neighbourhoods: SoHo, East Village and the Lower East Side. Just a few steps away are beautiful cultural spots, such as the stunning architecture of the New Museum and the ICP (International Centre of Photography), and the greenery of Sara D. Roosevelt Park. In legendary New York, the hotel's goal is to offer a unique location combining refinement and simple design. One of the rooms inside is dedicated to art in all its forms, and acts as a gallery, a performance hall and a nightclub. There's a bar on the rooftop, where you can meet at sunset, with a cocktail in hand. Comfort blends with state-of-the-art technology in the rooms, which are all reminiscent yacht cabins. What's special about this is that, instead of looking out onto the sea, it provides a view over a remarkable urban jungle through a large bay window. The hotel services don't stop there. Enjoy the Lounge Club and its fitness room, a yoga class or a meditation session on site. Bicycles are available for guests and from 8pm cookies and milk are waiting for you at Louis, a combination cafe, restaurant and grocery store.

IN YOUR NEW YORK ITINERARY

We have first scheduled an informal walk with a native New Yorker, to discover the Lower East Side, the neighbourhood at the bottom left of Manhattan. Though it has been the cradle of immigration since the 19th century, the L.E.S. was for a long time very run down. But now a younger generation, seeking to escape the overpriced rents downtown, has been in the driving seat, and it has become the major meeting place for a trend-setting generation of tattooed artists, hipsters and other fashionistas. Also included: your tickets for an out-of-the ordinary show, featuring all kinds of household objects used to create a rhythmical sequence. The collective, made up of artists who are at one and the same time actors, dancers and percussionists, convey overflowing energy without any dialogue. On site, you have unlimited-access public passes for public transport. Need advice? Looking for a last-minute reservation? Want to make a change to the itinerary? Our Concierge and team can be reached at any time to help you.

TO DO AND EXPERIENCE IN NEW YORK

Take a morning jog in Central Park. Order a pastrami sandwich at Katz Delicatessen. Look out over the city from the top of the Empire State Building. Head across to Ellis Island. Sip tea in the MoMa Garden after visiting the exhibitions. Cycle across the Brooklyn Bridge and stroll through the Williamsburg flea markets. Visit the arty district of Tribeca. Go antiquing in DUMBO. Enjoy a change scenery on Coney Island. Attend a gospel mass in Harlem. Have a last drink at the Mercer or Standard Highline, for the views... Read more