If you’re looking to match clients with the right New York City stay, the latest wave of hotel news offers options at every level—from the Bronx’s modern new GLō Best Western to the legendary luxury of the Waldorf Astoria and the lifestyle-driven W New York – Union Square. Each brings a fresh perspective to hospitality in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
Boogie Down Bronx
GLō Best Western Bronx is a new 72-guestroom hotel located in the Bronx.
“We’re proud to bring this property to New York City and contribute to the continued growth and vibrancy of the Bronx,” said Chetankumar Gandhi, Owner and Developer of the GLō Best Western Bronx, in a media statement. “We celebrate this new space that reflects the energy of the neighborhood, and we’re thrilled to open our doors to travelers seeking a modern, comfortable and connected stay in one of the city’s most culturally rich and dynamic boroughs.”
GLō Best Western Bronx offers contemporary rooms and multifunctional common areas as well as easy access to local landmarks such as the Bronx Zoo, Yankee Stadium and the New York Botanical Garden.
The GLō Best Western Bronx offers a complimentary full breakfast, exercise facilities with the latest fitness equipment, a business center and easy access to major transit lines.
For more information, visit bestwestern.com.
Big Apple Lux
After a lengthy transformation, the Waldorf Astoria New York has reopened with a reimagined mix of accommodations, residences, wellness offerings and dining venues.
The property has shifted from its previous 1,400-room layout to a more intimate configuration of 375 guestrooms and 372 residences—most guestrooms exceed 570 square feet. This fall, the hotel will also debut five specialty suites, ranging in size from 1,550 to more than 5,000 square feet.
Highlights include the Manhattan Suite, designed as a collector’s residence; the Empire Suite, evoking a quintessential New York apartment; and the more than 5,000-square-foot Waldorf Astoria Suite, a Parisian-inspired space with a piano, media room and the option to expand into a four-bedroom layout.
The Guerlain Wellness Spa, opening this fall, spans more than 20,000 square feet with 16 treatment rooms, two VIP suites and a 7,000-square-foot fitness center.
Culinary programming has also returned. Peacock Alley revives its legacy as a social hub; Lex Yard, led by Chef Partner Michael Anthony, offers seasonal menus with private dining options; and Yoshoku, a kaiseki-inspired restaurant by Chef Ry Nitzkowski, reinterprets Japanese tradition through a six-course tasting menu and à la carte dishes.
For more information, visit waldorfastorianewyork.com.
Meet Me at the W
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has reopened W New York – Union Square after a $100 million renovation. The 256-room property, housed in the landmark 1911 Beaux-Arts Guardian Life Building, maintains its historic architecture while introducing new lifestyle-driven spaces.
The Living Room, W’s signature lobby concept, is inspired by Grand Central Station and designed as a cultural hub with weekly programming such as live music and lectures, as well as art activations. The adjacent Living Room Cafe transitions from a Devoción coffee bar by day to a cocktail venue at night.
Guestrooms feature botanical-inspired design elements reflecting the seasons of Union Square Park, along with W signature beds, Davines bath amenities and nods to New York City through custom lighting and artwork.
Opening this fall, Seahorse, a seafood brasserie from restaurateur John McDonald and Mercer Street Hospitality, will feature a menu by Chef John Villa. On the 17th floor, a new rooftop bar by AvroKO offers indoor-outdoor seating with skyline views. Meanwhile, the FIT wellness center includes W’s first in-hotel Peloton Studio and a recovery zone with hydro-massage chairs.
For more information, visit marriott.com.
