I really like staying at Crosby Avenue Resort. My daughter and I wanted to be in Decrease Manhattan, so I selected it primarily based on my earlier keep at sister Firmdale Resort, Ham Yard in London. I’m a fan of co-owner Package Kemp’s use of coloration, vegetation, patterns, and artwork that doesn’t appear to be they’ll go collectively, however they do.
It’s undoubtedly the priciest luxurious boutique resort within the SoHo space however has earned the very best critiques. It didn’t disappoint, and I can say with certainty that I might be again.
I booked in like a consumer and the VIP facilities you possibly can entry via us had been utilized to my keep. Because of the excellent meals within the Crosby Bar, the complimentary every day breakfast for 2 was an enormous win, and my room was upgraded.
What’s additionally fairly improbable is the excellent location. Midtown has its goal, however SoHo is particular. It’s calmer and fewer touristy, with spectacular eating and purchasing close to NYU, Chinatown, Little Italy, Nolita, and different neighborhoods. In my Crosby Avenue Resort evaluation, I’ll let you know all the things you should know earlier than you keep.
Crosby Avenue Resort Reservations
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79 Crosby Avenue
New York, 10012
What I Love
- Location on a quieter avenue in busy NYC
- All of the issues to do inside strolling distance
- The night honor bar at The Drawing Room
- Touches of England all through, like a full English breakfast
- The Crosby Avenue Artwork Assortment all through the complete resort
- Gold LEED certification = it’s one of the crucial environmentally accountable motels within the nation
- VIP advantages that embody every day breakfast for 2 (you possibly can safe these via me)
Good to Know
- No swimming pool or spa
- No in-room espresso
- No two-bed rooms (that is typical for the realm)
- Two-person occupancy in Superior and Luxurious rooms, three-person occupancy in Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites with rollaway mattress (further payment), 4 folks can share in some suites (and Junior Suites if two youngsters are youthful than 12)
- The closest subway stations are Spring Avenue and Prince Avenue
Crosby Avenue Resort Rooms and Suites
The 86 rooms and suites all have floor-to-ceiling home windows and are adorned in a tasteful, colourful palette with cool artwork. So, what you see on the web site isn’t going to be what you examine into decor-wise. No two rooms and suites are alike.
Rooms
Rooms have king beds and marble loos with walk-in showers (no tubs). The dimensions is beneficiant for NYC. (A couple of different close by luxurious motels hover across the 250-square-foot vary.)
- Superior Rooms: These are positioned on the 2nd ground overlooking Crosby Avenue and are 340 sq. toes. There may be an ADA model of this room. Two-person occupancy.
- Luxurious Rooms: Decrease flooring overlooking Crosby Avenue or resort sculpture backyard, 350 sq. toes. Two-person occupancy.
- Deluxe Rooms: Increased flooring, 360 sq. toes, neat window pillow seats. Three-person occupancy.
- Deluxe Rooms: High flooring, 360 sq. toes, views of decrease Manhattan or resort sculpture backyard, and neat window pillow seats. Three-person occupancy.
Restricted connecting rooms can be found.
We had been upgraded to a Deluxe Room overlooking Crosby Avenue, a quieter cobblestone avenue.
Once we checked in, it was evening, so that is the one picture I took earlier than our baggage took over. We flew straight in from Las Vegas with a ton of volleyball gear.
The marble lavatory had towel heaters, a big walk-in bathe, a single sink, and a rest room. There wasn’t a lot shelf or drawer house within the lavatory, however it was wonderful. Firmdale Motels has its personal line of tub facilities referred to as Rik Rak, which you should buy onsite. I significantly just like the physique lotion.
Certainly one of my favourite options of this room is the cushioned window seats that I didn’t get a photograph of sadly. I might see myself sitting there with a e book when the climate permits.
I additionally beloved the fully-stocked minibar. Sure, taking from it’s expensive however that is New York Metropolis, which additionally means no in-room espresso.
WiFi was additionally quick and free. A writing desk and chair rounded out the furnishings, together with nightstands with drawers and a further chest of drawers for clothes.
Junior Suites
These have a small couch and chair seating space and bigger loos with two basins, a walk-in bathe, and a bath. These have a three-person occupancy however can sleep 4 folks if there are two youngsters below 12 years outdated.
- Deluxe Junior Suite: 460 sq. toes with views of decrease Manhattan
- Luxurious Junior Suite: 400 sq. toes with views of the sculpture backyard
One to Three Bed room Suites
For many who want extra space, select one of many beautiful suites. The bigger ones have dwelling rooms with sofas and membership chairs and may also have fireplaces, outside terraces with lawns and bushes, and extra home-like facilities. Occupancy for these varies however goes from three folks on up.
The Crosby Bar & Terrace
The Crosby Bar is the resort restaurant and bar wrapped into one serving breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, and an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner. The outside terrace opens seasonally in good climate.
We ate most of our breakfasts right here and some lunches. You’ll be able to go for a continental breakfast buffet of baked items, yogurt, and fruit.
You may also order a la carte from the breakfast menu, which we did every day. And our breakfast was subtracted from our invoice every day. It didn’t appear to be a set greenback quantity, however we ordered a drink and an entree every time. As , it is a substantial worth in a NYC resort.
I’d name it an American menu with apparent British influences. Open all day, The Crosby Bar serves breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
The bar’s signature cocktails and intensive wine checklist make it a well-liked spot. The bar itself is contained in the restaurant. Each felt busy all day, with locals having conferences and resort visitors grabbing a chunk to eat.
To provide you an thought of its clientele, I used to be purses virtually the complete time. It’s NYC stylish, that’s for positive.
24-hour room service is served on a silver tray from The Crosby Bar.
Different Resort Facilities
In fact, there are different conveniences the resort affords for visitors to get pleasure from.
Gymnasium
The resort’s state-of-the-art health club has the newest cardiovascular and resistance coaching tools. So you possibly can nonetheless eat at Prince Avenue Pizza across the nook and work it off later. The health club additionally has backyard views via the floor-to-ceiling home windows.
Personal Screening Room
Certainly one of Crosby Avenue Resort’s distinctive options is its non-public screening room. With luxurious seating and cutting-edge audiovisual expertise, you possibly can reserve it for personal movie screenings, shows, or particular occasions.
The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room is a comfy and chic house the place visitors can loosen up with a e book or have a quiet dialog. The room is adorned with plush furnishings and a curated assortment of books and paintings.
Within the night, visitors can stroll down for a drink, both self-service or by way of a waitstaff normally current within the room. You merely write down what you took, your identify, and room quantity. I perceive why extra motels don’t have this, however I beloved this little amenity.
I don’t keep in mind the pricing, however it was approach lower than a glass of wine on the bar. I assumed it was very cheap for what you had been getting!
That is additionally a quieter place to attend in your automotive or airport switch after check-out.
Backyard Terrace
There’s a small backyard behind the resort that some rooms and the restaurant have views of. It was closed throughout our April keep, effectively, as a result of the climate was chilly and wet. However any remotely inexperienced house in a metropolis like that is welcome and it extends again to Lafayette Avenue.
Artwork All over the place
You’ll even see artwork within the elevators. It’s in every single place, tasteful, enjoyable, colourful, and I adore it. When you’re a canine lover, there are little canine sculptures and even canine picture montages within the elevator.
Service and Vibe
I used to be happy with the service all through the resort. It’s not so in-your-face like different luxurious motels the place individuals are calling you by identify. So you possibly can fly below the radar if you need.
The concierge (out there 24 hours) was superior at getting us last-minute dinner reservations and recommending locations to eat that we beloved. Room service additionally got here as promised and somewhat shortly. The doormen helped us with umbrellas and simple passage out and in of the resort or vehicles as a result of it was raining.
We did have a problem with the room subsequent door being renovated. I later came upon that they’re at all times engaged on rooms within the resort so that they don’t get outdated—a great factor. The entrance desk dealt with the state of affairs, and the employees had been form sufficient to work till we left the room quietly. I used to be proud of the decision.
Everybody was good. Whereas well-heeled vacationers are seen in every single place, it didn’t really feel stuffy. Nevertheless it’s a spot the place I pack my nicer footwear, coats, and purses to stroll round dressed fairly properly. I wouldn’t really feel comfy in any other case.
Is it Child-Pleasant?
I wouldn’t have any drawback taking my youngsters right here. If you’re reserving a NYC boutique resort, you need to know and anticipate that it’s not going to be heaving with households and kid-friendly facilities. There have been just a few well-behaved youthful youngsters within the restaurant and children’ menus. The resort additionally has complimentary cribs.
Would I let youngsters run wild within the foyer? Undoubtedly not, due to the sculptures on the bottom and that’s simply not the vibe it provides off.
Superior SoHo Location
Crosby Avenue Resort is completely located within the coronary heart of New York Metropolis’s SoHo, which might be my favourite space to remain in now. Recognized for its historic cast-iron structure and cobblestone streets, SoHo is a haven for artwork fanatics, fashionistas, and meals lovers.
The resort’s prime location places visitors inside strolling distance of galleries, boutique retailers, and high-end designer shops like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Prada. There may be additionally meals, and there may be loads of it in all worth ranges.
Prince Avenue Pizza is just a few blocks away, however so is the well-known Balthazar brasserie, which is a couple of block from the resort foyer within the different course. You’ve the Museum of Ice Cream just a few steps away and Lombardi’s. Strolling to Chinatown is not any huge deal; there’s an excessive amount of to say there.
For a candy deal with, Dominique Ansel Bakery, dwelling of the well-known Cronut, is only a brief stroll away. We stood in line for one, and it was value it. So is Mochidoki, should you like mochi ice ceam.
It’s additionally a couple of 10-minute stroll (or much less, relying on what number of avenue lights you hit) to New York College.
About Firmdale Motels
Firmdale Motels is a set of luxurious boutique motels based by Tim and Package Kemp. Package Kemp, an award-winning inside designer, is the inventive pressure behind Firmdale Motels’ distinctive type.
Every property throughout the Firmdale portfolio is distinct, characterised by its daring use of coloration and thoughtfully curated paintings. You’ll be able to sense her type and know what to anticipate if you stroll into one. I like that.
London properties embody The Soho Resort, Ham Yard Resort (I beloved my keep right here), Charlotte Avenue Resort, and Covent Backyard Resort, amongst others. New York Metropolis now has the Warren Avenue Resort (Tribeca), The Whitby Resort (Midtown), and the Crosby Avenue Resort. We’ve advantages in any respect of them.
Crosby Avenue Resort Reservations
If you need to remain at Crosby Avenue Resort (or another Firmdale Resort), we are able to e book you in with every day breakfast and VIP standing at no further cost. Room charges in 2024 begin at $1145/evening within the excessive season and $916/evening within the off-peak season.
Nonetheless, they’ve been operating free evening promotions and different sale charges. I obtained a free 4th evening throughout my keep, which was an enormous financial savings at an NYC boutique resort like this.
I’ll be again within the fall.