| New York, NY (November 17, 2005) - Fuelled by record
visitor volume, a thriving economy, and significant additions to the tourism
product, New York City is adding nearly 5,000 new hotel rooms to its current
inventory of 70,723 by the end of 2007.
Hoteliers are developing properties that represent exciting new trends
in New York City's hotel product such as chic budget, sophisticated boutique,
and comfortable value-priced hotels. Development patterns show
the strength of downtown Manhattan, Harlem, Brooklyn and Queens as visitor
destinations with 18 properties slated for construction or renovation.
In addition to new properties from the Marriott, Hilton and Starwood
brands, celebrity hoteliers including Andre Balazs (The Standard), Ian
Schraeger (Gramercy Park Hotel), Jason Pomeranc (6 Columbus Circle and
to be named Allen Street), Vikram Chatwal (The Night Hotel) and Robert
De Niro (The Downtown Hotel) are investing in New York City's thriving
tourism product. New York City is expected to close 2005 with an
87% occupancy rate and 22 million room nights booked, an increase of one
million over 2004.
"Many of the new properties, in diverse locations such as Staten Island,
TriBeCa, the Lower East Side, Queens and Harlem, will anchor the start
of economic and business development in these exciting new neighborhood
destinations and will introduce global visitors to new experiences in the
Big Apple," said Cristyne L. Nicholas, President & CEO of NYC &
Company.
Tourism is a powerful economic engine for New York City that generates
$21 billion in direct spending, $12 billion in wages and $5 billion in
city, state and federal tax revenues. New York City welcomed nearly
40 million visitors in 2004, whose spending helped support over 300,000
jobs in all five boroughs.
Under Development
Listed in chronological order of scheduled opening.
This information is based on available data as of November 2005.
Blue Moon Hotel - 22 suites
100 Orchard Street
Scheduled Opening: Fall 2005
Manhattan's only kosher hotel will open in 2005 in a beautifully restored
tenement building which will create the charm of Old World, late-19th Century
Orchard Street while providing modern and chic amenities. Guests
will experience Historic Americana through the hotel's ethnic dining and
live Jazz music.
212/533-9080 www.bluemoon-nyc.com
Hampton Inn Manhattan/Seaport - Financial District - 65 rooms
320 Pearl Street
Scheduled Opening: December 2005
1-800-Hampton, www.hamptoninn.com
The Night Hotel - 72 rooms
132 West 45th Street
Scheduled Opening: December 2005
Formerly the Best Western Ambassador, The Night Hotel is inspired by
the pulse and passion of New York City, Vikram Chatwal's new property is
a stylish petite hotel of distinctive elegance.
212/777-3455
Residence Inn by Marriott - 357 suites
W. 39th Street & Avenue of the Americas
Scheduled Opening: Late 2005
The first Residence Inn by Marriott in New York City, this extended
stay hotel will be part of the Bryant Park Tower, a 43-story building that
will also include 96 studio and one-bedroom rental apartments, street level
retail space, a bar overlooking Bryant Park and onsite valet parking.
The hotel will be owned by G. Holdings Corporation and operated as a Residence
Inn.
212/704-8906 www.marriott.com
Courtyard by Marriott New York Upper East Side - 210 rooms, 16 suites
410 East 92nd Street at York Avenue
Scheduled Opening: Early 2006
Just steps from Museum Mile and the most renowned healthcare facilities
including Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital,
this property will feature comfortable rooms with free high-speed Internet
access, a fitness center with 50 ft. indoor lap pool, whirlpool, steam
room, sauna and massage facilities. Business Center and meeting space
to accommodate 122 people.
212/410-6777 www.marriott.com
Holiday Inn Express Brooklyn - 90 rooms
4th Avenue and Union Street
Brooklyn, NY
Scheduled Opening: Early 2006
770/604-5597
The Downtown Hotel - 83 rooms
Greenwich and North Moore Streets in TriBeCa
Scheduled Opening: 2006
Actor Robert DeNiro and partner Ira Drukier have announced plans to
build a $43 million, six-story luxury hotel planned in Manhattan's TriBeCa
neighborhood.
6 Columbus Circle - 90 rooms
6 Columbus Circle
Scheduled Opening: 2006
Jason Pomeranc, who opened 60 Thompson three years ago, will expand
his boutique-hotel empire with two properties in 2006. In addition
to 6 Columbus Circle, Pomeranc will open a hotel on Allen Street on the
Lower East Side in 2006.
Unnamed Hotel - 108 rooms
59-40 55th Road
Queens, NY
Projected Opening: January 2006
Wingate Inn LaGuardia - 136 rooms
137-07 Northern Blvd.
Queens, NY
Scheduled Opening: February 2006
718/445-3300
Hilton Garden Inn Tribeca - 150 rooms
6 York Street
Scheduled opening: March 2006
Gramercy Park Hotel - 186 hotel rooms and 23 private residential
units
50 Gramercy Park
Scheduled Opening: Spring 2006
Ian Schrager's latest hotel project is scheduled to open in the spring
of 2006 following a complete overhaul of one of the city's truly legendary
hotels.
212/685-4300 www.gramercyparkhotel.com
The Rockefeller Center Hotel - 80 rooms
25 West 51st Street
Scheduled Opening: March 2006
The Rockefeller Center Hotel, opening in March 2006, will be first
hotel in Rockefeller Center. Located at the top of Rockefeller Plaza,
many guest rooms face the ice skating rink, Radio City Music Hall and St.
Patrick's Cathedral. The facility will be state of the art, with
instant registration, 24 - hour concierge, free high-speed Internet access
and use of a computer and printer in a business lounge. The hotel
will have a health facility, restaurant, bar and lounge.
212/626-9382
The Loft - 45 rooms
130 Duane Street
Scheduled Opening: April 2006
The Hersha Group and Sam Chang are currently constructing the boutique
property which is scheduled for an April of 2006 opening in the middle
of TriBeCa.
Wingate Inn - 92 Rooms
233-235 West 35th Street
Scheduled Opening: May 2006
Wingate Inns International broke ground in January 2005 for their first
Wingate Inn in Manhattan, a $20 million, 17-floor property which will begin
welcoming guests in Spring 2006. Hotel facilities will include a boardroom,
meeting room, fitness room and 24-hour self-service business center.
973/496-0750
The Smith Hotel - 93 rooms
Smith Street and Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
Scheduled Opening: June 2006
Construction has begun on the aptly named Smith Hotel, slated for Smith
Street. The 13 floor new build will open in June 2006 as a 93 room
hotel with 50 luxury residential condominiums.
Hampton Inn Staten Island - 210 rooms
1120 South Avenue at Lois Lane
Staten Island, NY
Scheduled Opening: July 2006
718/477-2100
Comfort Inn - 70 rooms
Eighth Avenue at 39th Street
Projected Opening: July 2006
Unnamed Hotel - 213 rooms
171 Liberty Street
Brooklyn, NY
Scheduled Opening: July 2006
Plans are to build an independent mid-priced property with limited
service.
Four Points by Sheraton Soho Village - 152 rooms
66 Charlton Street (between Varick and Hudson Streets)
Scheduled Opening: July 2006
Starwood Hotels 14th New York City property will be the area's first
newly built moderately-priced lodging alternative in one of the city's
most vibrant neighborhoods. The hotel will feature 150 guestrooms
including two luxury suites with hardwood floors, 20-foot high floor-to-ceiling
windows and 42-inch plasma TV screens.
914/640-8496
Allen Street - 112 rooms
Allen Street (between Houston and Stanton Streets)
Scheduled Opening: September 2006
Following on the success of his 60 Thompson hotel, Jason Pomeranc is
developing this boutique property in the Lower East Side. The hotel will
feature 32 luxury condominiums plus a spa, and swimming pool.
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge - adding 282 rooms
333 Adams Street
Brooklyn, NY
Construction Complete: Fall 2006
January 2005 saw the groundbreaking for a 24-story expansion to the
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge. This will create 282 additional
rooms and 2,000 additional square feet of meeting space for a total of
658 guest rooms and 30,000 total square feet of meeting space. Premium
retail space will be added along Adams Street. The pedestrian plaza between
Adams and Jay Streets will be improved with new street furniture, lighting
and landscaping. A two-level pedestrian bridge will link the expansion
to the existing hotel.
718/246-7000 www.brooklynmarriott.com
Courtyard by Marriott Harlem - 204 rooms
125th Street at Park Avenue
Scheduled Opening: Late 2006
Press: 212/704-8906
Holiday Inn Express - 188 rooms
232 West 29th Street (between Seventh and Eighth Avenues)
Scheduled Opening: Fall 2006
Press and Public: 770/604-5597
Hampton Inn LaGuardia Airport - 220 rooms
Scheduled Opening: January 2007
Press and Public: 1-800-Hampton, www.hamptoninn.com
Sheraton Hotel - 175 rooms
West 28th Street (between 6th and 7th Aves.)
Scheduled Opening: Mid 2007
The Lam's Group is planning a First Class property in this Midtown
West location.
Sheraton Four Points - 250 rooms
Fairfield Inn - 250 rooms
Eighth Avenue at 40th Street
Scheduled Opening: 2007
The Lam's Group plans to build two mid-priced properties with room
rates ranging from $180 to $220. The properties will share a rooftop
restaurant and lounge. Construction to begin by end of 2005 and both
should open in late 2007.
The Plaza Hotel - 350 rooms
768 Fifth Avenue at 59th Street
Scheduled Reopening: 2007
Undergoing renovations and will reopen 350 hotel rooms and 150 residential
apartment units in 2007.
The Standard - 344 rooms
West 13th Street between Washington and West Streets
Scheduled Opening: Late 2007
Andre Balazs' third foray into the New York City hospitality market
with this new build in the Meatpacking District. A rooftop pool is
planned.
Recently Opened / Renamed
(listed in chronological order)
The London NYC - 506 suites (currently)
151 West 54th Street
Scheduled Rename: Fall 2006
LXR Luxury Resorts will refurbish and reposition the former Rihga Royal
hotel and rename the property The London NYC. The all-suite hotel
will undergo a complete transformation including new interior architecture
and design by British designer David Collins and the addition of a high-end
restaurant by acclaimed chef Gordon Ramsay.
212/307-5000
The Hard Rock Hotel - 610 rooms
235 West 46th Street
Scheduled Re-flagging: Fall 2006
This Times Square property was purchased as a joint venture between
Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts, Hard Rock Café International and
Becker Ventures LLC. The former Paramount Hotel will undergo a multi-million
dollar refurbishment, following which it will be re-branded the Hard Rock
Hotel New York. The hotel will continue to operate as the Paramount Hotel
until the completion of the refurbishment in 2006.
212/764-5500 www.solmelia.com
Fairfield Inn New York LaGuardia Airport/Flushing - 84 rooms
28-66 College Point Blvd
Queens, NY 11354
Opened: November 9, 2005
This is the first Fairfield Inn located in Queens, just miles from
LaGuardia and JFK airports this new property offers complimentary continental
breakfast daily.
718/888-9979
Holiday Inn Express Midtown-Fifth Avenue - 125 rooms
13 West 45th Street
Opened: October 2005
InterContinental Hotels Group opened their first Holiday Inn Express
in Manhattan. The popular midtown location at Fifth Avenue and 45th
Street is walking distance from many of the city's most popular attractions
including Grand Central Station, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Central
Park and Fifth Avenue shopping.
212/302-9088
Hilton Garden Inn Times Square - 369 rooms
790 Eighth Avenue at 48th Street
Opened: October 2005
In the heart of the theatre district this newly renovated hotel offers
the business traveler a 24 hour complimentary business center, high-speed
Internet and wireless high-speed Internet access in the lobby and indoor
parking. This is the 250th Hilton Garden Inn and the first in New
York City.
212/581-7000
The Hampton Inn Times Square North - 300 rooms
851 Eighth Avenue at 51st Street
Re-Flagged: August 2005
Formerly the Howard Johnson Plaza, the property has undergone a complete
transformation including new guestrooms, bathrooms, changes to the exterior
of the hotel and an expanded lobby and hotel entrance. Guests at
the property enjoy a complimentary "On the House" Hot Breakfast each morning.
1-800-Hampton www.hamptoninn.com
Days Inn Howard Beach - 91 rooms
153-71 S. Conduit Avenue
Queens, NY
Opened: August 2005
Comfort Inn and Suites - 76 guest rooms
60-30 Maurice Avenue
Queens, NY
Opened: July 2005
This new mid-market hotel is 1 ½ miles from mid-town Manhattan,
2 miles from LaGuardia Airport and offers free parking, airport shuttle
and complimentary continental breakfast.
718/457-5555 www.comfortinn.com
Affinia Manhattan - 526 suites
371 Seventh Avenue
Renamed: July 2005
Following a $3.3 million renovation, the Affinia Manhattan was re-launched.
Formerly the Southgate Tower, the Affinia Manhattan offers business and
leisure travelers an authentic New York experience with every stay.
The property is centrally located in midtown near Madison Square Garden,
Penn Station the Javits Convention Center, shopping theater and Chelsea.
212/563-1800 www.affinia.com
Hotel 57 - 225 rooms
130 East 57th Street at Lexington Ave.
Opened: June 2005
After undergoing a $20 million complete renovation, Hotel 57, formerly
the Habitat, a budget property, reopened as a sophisticated full service
hotel with contemporary and comfortable rooms. At Lexington Ave.
and East 57th Street, the location is ideal for business and leisure travelers
alike.
212/651-3225
La Quinta Inn Queens - 100 rooms
37-18 Queens Blvd.
Queens, NY
Opened: May 15, 2005
La Quinta Inn Queens is located less than two miles from Manhattan
directly across the Queensboro Bridge, and less than ten minutes by cab
from La Guardia Airport, the property is La Quinta's second in New York
City.
718/729-8775
Hampton Inn Manhattan/Midtown-Herald Square - 136 rooms
31st Street at Sixth Avenue
Opened: November 2004
1-800-Hampton www.hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn JFK - 190 rooms
148-18 134th Street
Queens, NY
Opened: February 2005
718/332-4448
Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel - 755 rooms
569 Lexington Avenue
Re-flagged: December 2004
This property is under new ownership and management through a partnership
of Highgate Holdings and Oxford Lodging. The property underwent a
$30 million renovation to all 755 guest rooms and suites, 10,000 square
feet of meeting and banquet space and restaurant, the Met Grill.
212/752-7000 www.dtnewyork.com
Hotel QT New York - 140 rooms
125 West 45th Street
Opened: December 2004
André Balazs' new property in Times Square offers 140 loft-like,
affordable rooms. The lobby features a pool, bar and mezzanine lounge.
Hotel guests enjoy complimentary European breakfast, 24-hour coffee bar,
steam/sauna, and fitness equipment.
212/354-2323 www.hotelqt.com
Hotel Chandler (formerly Le Marquis New York) -120 Rooms
12 East 31st Street
Renamed: October 2004
Formerly the Le Marquis New York - the 120 room boutique hotel has
been renamed The Hotel Chandler. The hotel is operated by Triumph
Hospitality and is a member of the prestigious Concorde Hotels group which
has hotels in Paris, London, Rome, Tokyo and more than 60 other international
destinations.
212/889-6363 www.hotelchandler.com
Affinia 50 (formerly the Plaza Fifty Hotel) - 211 Rooms
155 East 50th Street
Renamed October 2004
The Affinia 50 made its debut last October as an "Executive Club Suite
Hotel." Formerly the Plaza Fifty, the newly named Affinia 50 had
a $12-million renovation and offers business and leisure travelers a private
club environment.
212/751-5710 www.affinia.com
The Solita Soho Clarion Hotel - 42 rooms
159 Grand Street
Opened: August 2004
A new construction 12-story building with 42 custom guest rooms providing
spectacular views of the city. Each room is equipped with high speed
Internet access, plasma television, cable, daily newspapers, and in-room
coffee maker. The property is within walking distance of fashionable shops,
boutiques and restaurants.
212/925-3600 www.clarioninn.com
Courtyard by Marriott Manhattan Fifth Avenue (formerly Hotel 5A)
- 189 rooms
3 East 40th Street
Renamed: January 2005
This 30-story boutique hotel located in the heart of New York City
offers comfortable rooms with a work desk and complimentary high-speed
internet access. By late 2005, there will be some new enhancements
-- guest rooms will feature plush bedding with extra pillows along with
a fitness center, a market, an executive boardroom, and a business center.
212/447-1500 www.marriott.com
Dream (formerly the Majestic Hotel) - 228 Rooms
210 West 55th Street (at Broadway)
Renamed: September 2004
Following a floor-to-floor renovation, all 208 rooms and 20 suites
are designed in a modern eclectic style with high tech features such as
37" plasma TVs and iPod digital audio players. In addition to the
upstairs '50's style lounge Ava, the hotel now includes restaurant Serafina
and an additional lobby lounge Subconscious. Meeting space and a
spa influenced by Deepak Chopra are also new additions.
212/247-2000 www.dreamny.com
The Hotel on Rivington - 111 rooms
107 Rivington Street
Opened: July 2004
This 22-story, all glass structure with 360 degree unobstructed views
offers a unique visitor experience including private outdoor space for
most rooms, glass shower walls on the building exterior and spa services.
212/475-2600 www.hotelonrivington.com
70 Park Avenue Hotel - 205 rooms
70 Park Avenue at 38th Street
Reopened: July 2004
The Kimpton Hotel Group purchased this 205 room Midtown hotel (formerly
the Doral Park Avenue) and reopened following a complete renovation of
the property.
Public: 212/973-2400 www.70parkavenuehotel.com
The Blakely New York - 115 rooms
136 West 55th Street
Reopened: June 2004
Formerly the Gorham Hotel, this property reopened under new management
and new ownership after a complete renovation.
212/245-1800 www.blakelynewyork.com
Hotel Gansevoort - 187 Rooms
18 Ninth Avenue
Opened: April 1, 2004
Located in the trendy Meatpacking District at Ninth Avenue and 13th
Street, this property features unique design elements and includes an outdoor,
45-foot rooftop pool.
212/206-6700 www.hotelgansevoort.com
Four Points by Sheraton Manhattan Chelsea - 158 rooms
160 W 25th Street
Opened: March, 2004
The first Four Points property in Chelsea offers guests access to fashionable
galleries, eclectic nightlife, outstanding restaurants and shopping.
212/627-1888 www.fourpoints.com
Mandarin Oriental Hotel - 251 Rooms
Columbus Circle
Opened: November 2003
Located in Columbus Circle, just steps from Central Park, the hotel
offers luxurious guest rooms and suites with stunning views. Also
on location is The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, a 14,500-square-foot spa available
for both guests and nonguests.
212/805-8800 www.mandarinoriental.com
The Alex Hotel - 203 rooms
205 E. 45th St.
Opened: October 2003
This David Rockwell creation features beautifully decorated guest rooms,
600- to 800-square-foot suites and a Zen-like bamboo entrance. Riingo -
a new Japanese interpretive restaurant by acclaimed chef Marcus Samuelsson
provides 24-hour room service with everything from sushi to hamburgers.
212/867-5100 www.thealexhotel.com
Hampton Inn Manhattan/Chelsea - 144 rooms
108 W. 24th St.
Opened: August 2003
Rooms at this Hampton Inn property are beautifully designed with the
look and feel of New York City. Several special city view rooms have VCR-DVD
players, soft seating, and large bay windows with unparalleled views of
northern Manhattan.
212/414-1000, 1-800-Hampton, www.hamptoninn.com
San Carlos Hotel - 147 rooms
150 East 50th Street
Opened: July 2003
Following a 16-month, $22 million renovation, the hotel offers a selection
of deluxe studios, executive suites, one-bedroom suites and two penthouse
suites featuring terraces and wood-burning fireplaces.
212/755-1800 ext. 1200 www.sancarloshotel.com
Millenium Hilton - 565 rooms
55 Church Street
Reopened: May 2003
The Millenium Hilton was totally refurbished and reopened to great
reviews in May of 2003. New amenities include 42" plasma screen TVs,
high speed Internet access and two-line cordless telephone with dataport
and personalized voice mail in every room and a new fitness center with
an indoor heated lap swimming pool. The Church & Dey Restaurant
on the 3rd floor offers authentic American regional cuisine.
212/693-2001 www.hilton.com
Maritime Hotel - 120 rooms
363 West 16th Street
Opened: May 2003
The hotel's 120 rooms and four penthouse suites resemble modern ship's
cabins, with burnished teak paneling, sleek shelves for luggage, high speed
Internet access and flat screen televisions. Porthole windows, five
feet in diameter, face the Hudson River skyline.
212/242-4300 www.themaritimehotel.com
La Quinta Inn Manhattan - 182 rooms
17 West 32nd Street
Opened: May 2003
Having completed a $2.5 million renovation, the hotel offers rates
starting at $99 per night, which include complimentary continental breakfast.
All guest rooms and public spaces are equipped with high-speed, wireless
Internet service. This hotel is part of Apple Core Hotels operating
five properties in Manhattan.
212/790-2710 www.applecorehotels.com
Sources: NYC & Company communications and research
departments, member hotels; PKF Consulting; PriceWaterhouse Coopers Lodging
Research Network, Manhattan Report, (212/259-2659); VMS International,
The New York Times; Travel Weekly; Condé Nast Traveler; Business
Travel News.
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