T he Gramercy Park Hotel is filled with Julian Schnabel’s stunning, hand-crafted furnishings and rare, imported items from far-away markets. From the lobby’s hand-tufted, garnet-and-gold Aubusson rug and the looming saw-tooth chandelier in the Rose Bar to each room’s custom-cut crystal glasses and bronze-studded velvet headboards every detail creates a story – one that is grand, yet intimate.
The Gramercy Park Hotel’s Renaissance-revival flair can be found on its every wall, curtain and carpet, which are washed in a bold mix of vibrant, deliberate colors. Shades of lush greens, deep reds and velvety purples burst with life, invoking a bygone era of elegance and opulence.
W ith over 4,400 light bulbs this unique art installation is sure to leave guests starstruck. Masterpieces not only hang the walls of the Gramercy Park Hotel, but also from its soaring ceilings. The drama of the Drawing Room’s luminary work of art, conceived by Julian Schnabel, and created by Brooklyn artists Annika Newell and Tom Schultz, is a must-see located on the hotel’s top floor.
An always-changing selection of artwork from New York City artists Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring and other 20th-century masters decorate the hotel’s walls. The work, which plays with vibrant palettes, oversized imagery and the mixing of high and low culture, perfectly complements this bold and majestic Manhattan hotel.
Danny Meyer’s celebrated Union Square Hospitality Group, which has been the recipient of over 20 James Beard Foundation Awards, created the acclaimed food and beverage concepts for the hotel’s on-site restaurants. From Maialino’s authentic Italian fare to classic American cuisine in room or at Rose Bar, the Gramercy Park Hotel offers an exceptional experience at every meal.
T his renowned Italian eatery is known for its Roast Suckling Pig, authentic pastas, and flavorful dishes that boast seasonal ingredients from nearby greenmarkets. Decorated in the style of a traditional Roman trattoria, with its rustic oak panels and tiled floors, the restaurant features large windows framing views of Gramercy Park.
A midst stunning works of modern art, the Rose and Jade Bar offer an intimate spot for guests to enjoy a sunset menu into late night dining. Later in the afternoon, both bars begin serving exotic cocktails, classic aperitifs and dishes from Maialino's Executive Chef, Jason Pfeifer
T he sprawling Gramercy Terrace provides sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline with stunning indoor and outdoor options. Amidst its impressive collection of 20th century artwork and assortment of lush tropical plants, any event will be a truly unique gathering.
T his elegant rooftop garden oasis is the perfect setting for a picnic-style luncheon, a more formal-yet-comfortable daytime gathering or just a restorative moment against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline.
T his lush rooftop escape features a retractable ceiling that allows for year round events. And with its interior salons filled with 20th century art, lush tropical plants and comfortable furnishings, the Gramercy Terrace is one of Manhattan’s most sought-after event spaces.
Serving as both a hot spot for the city’s most talked-about events and a low-key escape for A-listers in search of a quiet cocktail, the Rose and Jade Bars are the places to see and be seen. On any given evening, internationally-renowned DJs spin diverse playlists amidst a backdrop of masterful 20th century works of art, regal furnishings and chic revelers.