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The Surrey, Surrey Suite NEWYORK

It’s not every day that a hotel can seamlessly slip into the polished fabric of New York City’s Upper East Side and immediately catch the attention of the city’s elite. Then again, The Surrey long ago earned its place among the concrete jungle’s fi nest. Having fi rst opened its doors a century ago, The Surrey has hosted a who’s who of icons, from JFK to Bette Davis and Claudette Colbert. Emerging after a four-year and multimillion-dollar renovation later, The Surrey has reopened under the Corinthia banner and is poised to welcome this century’s biggest names into its 100 guest rooms. The Corinthia’s European hospitality roots are clear, not just in the new shiny name hanging above the door, but in its impeccable service. From the front desk to housekeeping and the spa, every detail exudes white-glove reverence, with concierges beaming with pride as members of the prestigious Les Clefs d’Or. Interior design, too, comes courtesy of a familiar touch: Martin Brudnizki, known for his jewel-toned maximalism, has kept things more understated here in a palette of soft creams and browns with accents of muted blue and green. Designed to feel like a home, it’s an atmosphere where you’ll never feel overpowered by ostentation — although you might quietly realize that access to its most exclusive spaces, such as the membership club at Casa Tua, will require more than a simple reservation. The Surrey Suite takes a rede fi ned approach to elegance, combining creature comforts with the sophistication of Manhattan living. The two-bedroom suite has a spacious living area with a glass-enclosed fi replace that invites relaxed evenings, while each bedroom has walk-in wardrobes and marble en-suite bathrooms with deep-soak bathtubs and rain showers. A butler’s pantry and guest powder room add touches of convenience, while sweeping views of Central Park seal the deal. From $3,500. Contact reservations. newyork@corinthia.com, +1 212 730 4551, corinthia.com

Photos Jonathan Maloney/Inga Beckmann for What The Fox Studio