Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea, the first Hilton hotel in New York City and the brand’s first modern hotel in the group. Centrally located in the Chelsea Arts District, the 374-room hotel offers guests an authentic neighborhood experience in one of Manhattan’s most dynamic areas.
Within walking distance of famous New York landmarks including the Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park and the High Line, the 42-storey hotel was designed by Stonehill Taylor, a renowned local architecture and interior design firm, and is the latest addition to Manhattan’s liveliest neighborhood. . Motto Chelsea is the perfect starting point for any New York City adventure, located near multiple transit stations and within walking distance of popular restaurants, boutiques, and art galleries.
Flexible guestrooms with smart room technology
The Motto Chelsea offers travel-size rooms in a sleek, contemporary design with great city views and is equipped with everything guests need for a pleasant and restful night’s sleep, including first-class mattresses with sound-absorbing surrounds. The hotel offers 19 combinations of connecting rooms, which give guests the ability to book up to three unique connecting rooms together. Motto by Hilton pioneered Hilton’s Confirmed Connecting Rooms technology, so guests can not only take advantage of the brand’s unique room configurations, but also simplify travel coordination for larger groups of friends and family. Each room is equipped with smart technology for maximum comfort. The Hilton Honors app allows guests to easily stream favorite programs, adjust the climate, set the mood with lighting preferences, and use white noise for peaceful sleep.
Other room details include:
- Flexible sleeping fixtures, including a king bed (a bunk bed), a king-size flexible wall-mounted bed, and a king bed, plus double beds with four twin beds in one room.
- Design details to maximize space, including built-in storage and conveniently located power outlets.
- Beautiful tiled bathrooms with luxury bath amenities and high-quality shower heads, as well as lighted vanity mirrors.
Designed by locals, loved by travelers
Motto Chelsea’s unique artwork, such as the jeweled reception desk backdrop and stained glass, cheerfully pays tribute to the property’s location within the city’s art district. The hotel’s design was also inspired by the number 24, in honor of the hotel’s address on 24th Street:
- The 24-hour day is reflected in contrasting moments from light to dark on the mills, furnishings, and walls. Spherical bodies represent the sun and moon, while shades of blue at midnight make up a celestial space.
- Chromium, the twenty-fourth element on the periodic table, and 24-karat gold are referenced by brass and chrome finishes for lighting fixtures, case goods, art, and more.
- From the shimmering ceiling entry installation to the playful color pairings in the artwork and area rugs, a vibrant 24-bit color depth was used to digitally reproduce color at its finest.
Neighborhood hotspot
Motto Chelsea features a full-service restaurant, craft bar and lounge designed and managed by Fabio Viviani, Bravo “top chef” A fan favorite and well known restaurateur. Occupying the ground floor, Bar Cicchetti is a contemporary restaurant serving menu items inspired by the season, as well as handcrafted beers and cocktails. From shrimp camicia, wagyu steak and porcini mushrooms, roasted whole chicken with corn filling, and ricotta gnocchi with Oxtail Sugo, to crudos, lobster lobster ravioli, 24-hour braised octopus with beans, meatballs and ricotta with tomato sogo, the menu high features some of the Chef Fabio’s favorite comfort food classic.
public motto
The Motto Chelsea lobby offers more than one place to check-in and check-out. A neighborhood gathering space, Motto Commons is the perfect place to meet, work, or mingle, whether you’re taking a seat at a café or stepping into a sunken conversation hole. Flexible and funky meeting and event spaces are also available for guests. Motto Commons offers a board table for a maximum of 10 people. In addition, the second floor common has a spacious capacity for 150 guests, as well as an outside terrace.
Next-level fitness
The on-site fitness center features a high-tech workout through Motto by Hilton New York City Chelsea’s partnership with Hydrow. The Hydrow rowing machine provides guests with a realistic experience as if they were holding actual water. In addition, a variety of traditional fitness equipment allows guests to continue their familiar home workout routine. This includes treadmills, cross-trainers, stationary bikes and more in a spacious 624-square-foot workout area.
local hospitality
Motto Chelsea is conveniently located for guests who want to enjoy the city’s architectural wonders, gorgeous gardens, art galleries, and boutique shopping. Hotel guests will be welcomed and assisted “Motto Hosts,” Team members who are “in knowledge” around the city and neighborhood and they will be happy to provide curated access and recommendations about the local scene. Nearby attractions include:
- The High Line, is a 1.45-mile elevated promenade that runs along Manhattan’s West Side and features greenery, artwork, and food and beverage options along the way.
- Chelsea Market, a food court and shopping center serving flavors from all over the world.
- Madison Square Green Park known for its art installations, live music and events.
- Chelsea Art District, home to more than 300 art galleries.
Motto Chelsea guests can enjoy the benefits of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 premium hotel brands. Members have access to instant benefits like Digital Key, flexible payment options with points, exclusive member discounts, and free Wi-Fi.