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Equinox Hotels Open For Bookings At Hudson Yards

The first Equinox Hotels to helm the world of travel with a complex interplay between rest, fitness, and cuisine will open in Hudson Yard in June 2019 with the online booking platform now open for room reservations for the lucky first patrons.

For over twenty-five years, the luxury health and fitness destination has revisioned the fitness movement offering a wholesome take on self-care. Loyal to innovation and forward-thinking, Equinox thus chose Hudson Yards, the so-called future of New York, as their target destination for a hotel to be followed by sister properties in Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Chicago, Seattle, and Houston.

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With that news, the hotel also revealed crucial service aspects differentiating the institution from your regular bed and breakfast-kind tremendously. Equinox Hotels is designed for a 360-degree lifestyle travel experience vouching for a wholesome h’ohm experience. With a total black-out system in the rooms, natural fiber mattresses, and Scandinavian technique duvets for temperature regulation guests are guaranteed a truly good sleep.

Starting with sleep, Equinox will also take care of one’s physical health via a 60,000-square foot fitness club including pools, exclusive workout classes, and an all-inclusive portfolio of gym elements all accessible for booking through an app. Finally, the experience is wrapped up in culinary heaven featuring a restaurant and bar by Stephen Starr. The restaurant deck will also offer arguably some of the best views over Manhattan and the Hudson River.

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Image: Courtesy of Equinox Hotels

Guests who book via the hotel website can access a choice of one of the following complimentary: a 1-hour Personal Training session, SoulCycle class, or spa treatment.

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Some Must-See Locations in Hudson Yards

Today marks the historical opening of Hudson Yards, essentially changing New York’s West Side to a culinary and shopping destination in a deconstructed traditional mall. With the Vessel marking a new outdoor landmark, restaurants like Michelin-starred chef Thomas Keller’s newest addition and luxury shops are all within the comfort of an aesthetic feast. We round up a few highlights from the new shopping destination.

LOUIS VUITTON 

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The fifth floor marks the spot. In between all the chaos, Louis Vuitton glows on one of the top floors of the building with a full view of the atrium and the Vessel across the square. The store will feature all the brand’s newest exclusive capsules, making it a new destination for everyone looking to get off Fifth Avenue.

TAK Room 

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With more than 100 stores and restaurants within the span of 40 blocks, you only need to know one fine dining destination — TAK Room is Thomas Keller’s new kitchen ready to elevate Hudson Yard’s high dining experience to a new level (spanning floors 5-6.)

COACH 

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On the first floor, Coach‘s newest store is just blocks away from their HQ, ensuring that everything is up to its highest standards. The store also houses the designer’s first New York accessories shop, with a collection of scarves, sunglasses, jewelry, watches, bag charms, and small leather goods.

NEIMAN MARCUS

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Perhaps the biggest opening of the evening was Neiman Marcus‘ newest flagship, spanning floors 5-7. Occupying the largest space in the mall, the luxury department store offers an immersive shopping experience. At the vast new outpost, customers will find everything from Louboutin to Valentino. There to celebrate the opening was Liza Minelli, who christened the store with a soaring rendition of ‘New York, New York.’

CARTIER 

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Cartier was buzzing at the VIP launch serving black caviar amuse bouches in traditional uniform on the first floor. As one of the leading houses of luxury, you are sure to secure exclusive pieces of fine jewelry, timepieces, and prestigious accessories.

DUNHILL

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The British luxury goods brand has opened a 2,600-square-foot US flagship at the mall. The posh new outpost, which was inspired by the designer’s other stores in Paris and London, houses the label’s sophisticated men’s pieces and accessories.

Images: Courtesy of Hudson Yards.