10 CITY HOTEL OPENINGS THAT SPARK HOPE, FROM NY TO CA
It’s been a year since lively and populous city streets were a thing. Many cities are lined with a mosaic of closed storefronts, bankrupted businesses, and a trickle of restaurants holding on with a white-knuckled, vice-like grip to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Almost simultaneously occurring, the new year and the rollout of successful vaccines give a renewed sense of hope for normalcy to return. People are craving a time when streets are crowded with people, shops are aplenty, and traffic jams are an issue again. Something to keep tourists, business travelers, city-dwellers/goers enthusiastic are the openings of some very exciting new hotels across the United States. The launch of these luxury properties will help revitalize cities needing some much-needed love and support.
1. Aman, New York, NY (Spring 2021)
In the very heart of Manhattan, a new urban sanctuary and an architectural icon are reborn. The Aman New York brings monumental serenity to the center of the western world. This luxury hotel occupies the striking Crown Building. This is a decadent retreat within a dynamic city where guests can relax with great space and privacy.
2. Six Senses, New York, NY (2022)
Six Senses New York (the group’s first property in North America) is located in between Manhattan’s Hudson River and The High Line. These modern twisting towers are combined with a calm interior of the ambiance of muted and natural tones. What makes the space unique is that every hotel room has views of both the water and the cityscape along the High Line. The culinary approach to wellness and the Six Senses Spa will move guests to pause and enjoy this oasis amidst urban life.
3. Newbury, Boston, MA (March 2021)
Guests will enjoy a beautifully restored and reimagined luxury hotel at the intersection of Newbury and Arlington Streets in the heart of Boston. This neighborhood hosts the bustle of the Back Bay and the idyllic Boston Public Garden. Whether guests want to enjoy tea at the Newbury Salon, or a modern drink at the Library, or a fine meal at The Rooftop, there’s no doubt this will be a gathering place to satisfy all cravings.
4. Mob Hotel, Washington D.C. (2022)
The Mob Hotel, a stylish Paris-based chain, is located near the NoMa market. The brand embraces neighborhood culture with art talks and regular concerts in its lobbies. The hotel features 144 rooms and promises rooftop views of the U.S. Capitol along with live music, a restaurant, bar, and cinema.
5. Nobu, Atlanta, GA (2022)
This new development will be located in the sophisticated Phipps Plaza. The 10,000-square-foot Nobu Hotel and Restaurant is yet another canvas for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to display his legendary dishes. These new elements will be completely integrated into the existing footprint of the upscale shopping experience at this sleek location.
6. The W Hotel, Nashville, TN (May 2021)
W Nashville is set to take the stage in the heart of The Gulch in downtown Nashville. Guests can expect the ultimate in Southern comfort and hospitality. Morning artisanal coffee from Nashville’s own Barista Parlor and views of The Gulch from the expansive pool is a relaxing way to start the day. In the evening, guests can swing by the Rooftop Bar for the sunset and end the night at either the Living Room for a classic cocktail or at the music venue for live entertainment.
7. Four Seasons, New Orleans, LA (Mid 2021)
A heritage icon with a central downtown location on the banks of the Mississippi River, Four Seasons New Orleans occupies a restored landmark tower. Guests may dine on innovative cuisine by celebrated Louisiana chefs Alon Shaya and Donald Link, relax by the resort-style pool, and plan a private event on the 34th-floor observation deck boasting NOLA’s best views. Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans welcomes guests to celebrate the city’s spirit of survival and rebirth.
8. Pendry, Chicago, IL (Spring 2021)
The Pendry Chicago will surely be a new welcoming spot in the city. It’s a modern-day luxury hotel that pays homage to both the past and the present with contemporary and comfortable interiors that embody the spirit of Chicago. At the intersection of it all, just steps from some of the city’s best sights, the hotel grants unparalleled access to attractions and lakeside highlights.
9. Paradise Valley Ritz Carlton, Scottsdale, AR (2021)
Set on 20 acres overlooking Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley Ritz Carlton offers a luxury experience inspired by its surroundings. Restaurants feature produce sourced from the resort’s citrus orchard and garden, the spa offers desert-inspired treatments, and the accommodations reflect the style of traditional casitas.
10. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, San Diego, CA (Early 2021)
Magnificent views of the Pacific coastline are available at this well-appointed beachfront hotel. Guests will benefit from luxury accommodations and personalized experiences. Alila is a brand that focuses on wellness, family, food, adventure, the arts, romance, culture, and shopping. A refuge of tranquility from nearby San Diego and Carlsbad, this luxury hotel is a truly gratifying stay with the best of both worlds of city and seascapes.
Each city hotel opening will support these once vibrant metropolises. When people are ready to flock back to their favorite city destinations or explore unfamiliar ones, they’ll have some exciting new hotels to experience. While the majority of the population remains patiently waiting for vaccines to be doled out and travel restrictions to lift, the opening of these properties will surely spark hope for all.
