Elite Traveler January-February 2018

Mandarin Oriental, New York NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA Offering a bird’s-eye view of the city that never sleeps, the Mandarin Oriental, New York is located in Manhattan’s Time Warner Center, just steps from the southern tip of Central Park. Be sure to book the Suite 5000 (as seen in our Top 100 Suites list) — it’s not offered on the hotel’s website and is the top choice for those in the know. Chef Grant Achatz’s Aviary NYC bar, a satellite of his much-admired Chicago lounge, has recently opened on the 35th floor. Enjoy small plates of food alongside innovative cocktails from the state-of-the-art Aviary bar. Also not to be missed is the property’s award-winning spa. Suite 5000 from $36,000 per night. Contact monyc-reservations@mohg.com, +1 212 805 8800, mandarinoriental.com/newyork

Park Hyatt New York NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA If the bustling, buzzing energy of the city has you in need of some downtime and respite, head to the 25th floor of this luxury midtown hotel where you’ll find an expansive pool with incredible views of the city and the welcoming sanctuary of the Spa Nalai. Immerse yourself in the hydrotherapy area here before indulging in a Fire & Ice facial. Bevy, the hotel’s intimate and understated restaurant is ideal for quiet dinners and privacy. Enjoy imaginative cocktails such as the pisco-based sweet Tunki’s Nectar followed by traditional dishes such as bone-in bison ribeye and Long Island oysters. Presidential Suite from$30,000 per night. Contact Ernie Arias, area director of sales andmarketing, ernie.arias@hyatt.com, +1 646 774 1234, newyork.park.hyatt.com