Meet the union of historic charm and innovative futures
From iconic buildings transformed into hotels with immense character to new builds ready to deliver the best of the best, these new and renovated hotels are ready to offer up an unforgettable venue for the meeting of a lifetime.
New York Night
One of New York City’s iconic luxury boutique hotels, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New York, presents the first phase of a full scale transformation, spearheaded by integrated design firm DLR Group. This phase updated the hotel with new public spaces and renovated guest rooms as well as the introduction of the brand new Beverly Suite.
The hotel opened in 1927 as The Beverly Hotel and established a reputation right away with its 26-story, neo-Romanesque edifice. It has been immortalized in work by acclaimed artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe’s “New York Night” which depicts the hotel and its iconic rosette at the top of the building. In 2017, New York City designated the hotel as an official landmark.
The new design takes cues from the building’s history, drawing inspiration from the story of two main characters, “Benjamin” and “Beverly.” Masculine architectural elements such as bold lines and modern details like warm wood and rich leather are balanced with feminine elements like gilded curves, intricate patterns and a soft color palette. The mascot, Oscar, The King of New York, is reflected throughout the architecture. From the guest rooms to public spaces, warm walnut wood tones, herringbone floors and light-colored wall coverings create a classic, timeless feel. Featured artwork reflects Manhattan culture, from fashion-inspired pieces above headboards to an urban collection of windows in the living rooms of the suites.
Business meetings have 5,831 sq. ft. of meeting and event space to take advantage of. The Work Suite is a novel, multi-zone space that integrates traditional and coworking elements with hotel amenities, offering business travelers a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere for diverse working and collaboration styles. Future phases of the renovation will introduce new signature food and beverage concepts and additional amenities.
Palm Beach Sunshine
South Florida welcomes its first Delta Hotels property with the grand opening of Delta Hotels by Marriott West Palm Beach. It brings 199 guest rooms and over 8,289 sq. ft. of versatile event space, made up of 10 rooms, to the charming coastal area. The new property stands moments away from downtown CityPlace, the Norton Museum of Art, Palm Beach Island and The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, where the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros host Spring Training. Optimizing ease for business travelers, the hotel provides a complimentary airport shuttle service for all guests, as well.
Thoughtfully designed guest rooms deliver the key essentials every guest needs for a comfortable, seamless experience. Onsite amenities build on this ease, with ample work and lounge spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi and bottled water in addition to conveniently located hydration stations. At the Delta Pantry, Marriott Bonvoy Platinum, Titanium and Ambassador Elite members can grab continental breakfast items, premium beverages and snacks 24/7.
In addition to a brilliant outdoor pool, a premium fitness center and a grab-and-go café, the hotel also offers a signature restaurant and bar at The Dive Bar.
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Dreaming in DC
Independent lifestyle hotel brand Arlo Hotels opens its first hotel in Washington, D.C., with Arlo Washington DC. The new 445-room hotel incorporates the district’s oldest surviving apartment building, the 1888 Harrison Apartments, in addition to a 12-story tower. The 1888 Harrison Apartments was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994 and exemplifies the Romanesque Revival Style. The new hotel is right by numerous attractions, including the National Mall, museums, the convention center and top dining, shopping and entertainment venues. Multidisciplinary design studio Meyer Davis, which also contributed to the designs of Arlo Midtown and Arlo Wynwood, oversaw the interior design. It aims to highlight the building’s original historic features while embracing the Arlo brand’s organic style with features like light-tone woods, a custom grid light feature and a sleek oak reception desk.
Guest rooms and suites stand throughout both the original and the new building. Also featuring exposed brick, as well as dark walnut wood floors with small pops of green and red on the headboards and custom light features, they create a sophisticated feel. Black-and-white penny tiles in the bathrooms nod to the original tiles in the Harrison apartments.
Other hotel features include an interior courtyard and an expansive fitness center. Guests can enjoy the rooftop—which includes a bar and lounge alongside a resort-style pool—and Arrels, the signature destination restaurant, by Chef Pepe Moncayo. The Bodega by Arrels on the ground floor will serve premium espresso and coffee drinks as well as grab-and-go breakfast and lunch items.
Meeting and event space totals 4,287 sq. ft., including five private meeting rooms. The hotel expects to achieve LEED certification within six months of completion, with over 25% reduction in energy cost and its inclusion of a 6,000-square-foot green roof, which includes a 12,000-gallon cistern to capture rainwater that will be treated and reused on-site.
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