The Peninsula New York
USA
The Peninsula New York
700 Fifth Avenue, New York
New York USA 10019, United States
www.peninsula.com/en/new-york/5-star-luxury-hotel-midtown-nyc
HOTEL INFORMATION
Hotel General Manager
The privately owned Peninsula New York is managed by Samir Ibrahim.
THE PENINSULA NEW YORK
History & Story
In a city where confidence counts, The Peninsula New York is very sure of its identity as a 5th Avenue landmark renowned for comfort and class. The hotel occupies an elegantly restored, 23-story Beaux-Arts landmark building on Fifth Avenue. Debuting under The Peninsula Group in 1988, when HSH purchased the Hotel Maxims de Paris, formerly the Gotham Hotel. Original construction of the property was led by renowned architecture firm, Hiss and Weekes and completed in 1905.
Date Renovation
2024
Location
Ideally located on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, in the heart of the city’s most prestigious shopping, cultural, and business neighborhood in Mid-town Manhattan. The hotel is in walking distance to many of New York’s finest attractions including Central Park, Rockefeller Center, the Museum of Modern Art and Broadway.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accomodation
Known for its world-renowned service and attention to detail, The Peninsula New York is a destination for discerning global travelers and locals alike. Offering 175 Rooms and 55 suites, including the recently unveiled Peninsula Suite comprised of six rooms featuring stunning views over Fifth Avenue. The luxurious accommodations are decorated in a classic, contemporary style with art nouveau accents. All guest rooms feature a custom collection of bathroom amenities designed exclusively for Peninsula Hotels.
Restaurants & Bars
• Clement & Bar at Clement – The recently unveiled Clement restaurant features Contemporary American cuisine by Executive Chef Malte Kontor that brings the flavor of the Northeast to the heart of the city. Designed by Yabu Pushelberg, the carefully planned spaces cater to a range of occasions, from an intimate tête-à-tête to power lunches and lively suppers.
Private and semi-private dining areas are available for quieter gatherings.
• The Clement Bar offers a bewitching menu of cocktails, a selection of wines and Champagnes by the glass, and small plates with an Asian influence. A low leather communal couch and smaller duet tables offer a variety of seating opportunities for groups of all sizes.
• Pen Top – The iconic Salon de Ning ascends beyond its celebrated past to embark on a new chapter, transforming into the sophisticated Pen Top. With a warmly glowing bar, Pen Top’s new design is reminiscent of an artist’s loft, with iconic outdoor terraces high above the skyscrapers of Midtown Manhattan. Lush new plantings and contemporary furniture grace the space, further elevating the breathtaking skyline views that have captivated guests for decades. Pen Top remains the crown jewel of unforgettable evenings, now offering a captivating menu of classic cocktails and light bites.
• The Gotham Lounge – Public yet private, fashionable yet discreet, businessmen and lovers of traditional Afternoon Tea come here in equal numbers for the sense of seclusion offered by the generously spaced tables for every kind of meeting.
Wellness
Revitalize mind, body and spirit. The Forbes Five Star-rated Peninsula Spa & Wellness Center is a rooftop oasis providing an ideal retreat from the demands of the city. This sanctuary of seclusion and peace offers luxurious body treatments and skincare products in partnership with the French luxury skin care company, Biologique Recherche.
The bright and airy fitness facility offers the latest in cardiovascular and strength training equipment, and a tranquil sun-lit yoga studio. The décor features distinctive bamboo floors, teak accents and natural ambient lighting designed to highlight the spectacular skyline views. The serene glass-enclosed swimming pool also features a sophisticated look that complements the stunning city views.
Corporate and celebration events
For high-profile events, executive meetings and special celebrations, The Peninsula New York seamlessly blends elegant facilities and expert event planning. Every detail is meticulously tailored to suit the occasion and enhance even the most extraordinary affair.
Decorated in modern, stylish elegance, The Peninsula’s five intimately scaled function rooms encompass 3,300 sq ft. all with exterior windows allowing natural daylight. Additional venues range from the gorgeously appointed Peninsula Suite, perfect for lavish dinners, cocktail receptions and product launches, to the dramatic rooftop terraces of Pen Top.
Hotel and Restaurants Awards
• On a Shortlist of NYC hotels repeatedly honored among the most well-known and respected trademarks in the global travel industry; The Peninsula New York is an honorary recipient of the prestigious, Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Rating and The AAA Five Diamond Award
• Best Hotel in New York’ City for the second year in a row by The readers of Condé Nast Traveler,
• Best Business Hotel in NYC, and Best Hotel Spa in all of North America, Condé Nast Traveler 2012.
Over the past decade, The Peninsula New York has distinguished itself as one of the world’s leading luxury hotels receiving top accolades from the likes of Travel & Leisure World’s Best, US News & World Report and many more.