Courtyard New York Manhattan/Chelsea Celebrates Grand Opening

Newest Hotel on West 30th Street Opens in Historic Manhattan Neighborhood

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. March 14, 2014

New York, New York - March 14, 2014 - The Courtyard New York Manhattan/Chelsea celebrated its official opening on March 6, 2014, with a ribbon cutting and reception to mark this 273-room hotel's debut on West 30th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, in the heart of Manhattan's West Side.

“We are thrilled to celebrate this significant opening, which truly exemplifies the new look and feel of the Courtyard brand,” said David Marriott, COO - Americas Eastern Region, Marriott International. “We thank our partner, the Ariowitsch family and Altitude Capital Management, LLC for their vision in building a new hotel in this historic area of New York City, which has seen a rebirth in commercial and residential development. It is always our goal to embrace the neighborhood in which our hotels do business, and I know the hotel team here will do just that, to enhance the overall guest experience.”

“As our family has been part of this area for a very long time, we are thrilled to help drive the transformation of this neighborhood with the opening of this hotel,” said Tim Ariowitsch of Altitude Capital Management, LLC, the hotel owner. “We are proud to partner with Marriott International with its commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction. In building the hotel, we have paid particular attention to design and finishes, to enhance the new quality of the Courtyard brand. We have built this as a 'green' hotel with the environment and sustainability in mind, and are striving to achieve LEED Silver certification.”

This hotel truly reflects the new look and feel of Courtyard, with its high impact aesthetics in the lobby, allowing guests to make best use of the flexible space for work or play. They can relax at a central communal table, network in the semi-enclosed lounge, or spend time in more private booths with personal HD TVs. The enhanced GoBoard lets guests access travel and local information, maps and directions, plus much more, on a 55-inch touchscreen. Mobile integration even allows guests to transmit directions from the GoBoard directly to their smartphones. Guests can also enjoy Table 135, which serves American breakfast along with to-go options and Starbucks coffee. Or, guests can pick up a drink or snack from The Market, which is open 24/7. Other conveniences like on-site laundry facilities and a fitness center let travelers create their own flexible stay experience.

Thoughtful design and decor takes into account the rich neighborhood history. The area was once known as the Fur District; in fact, one can still see architectural façade details on neighboring buildings depicting the fur trade, which faded in the area by the late 1990s.

In a nod to another nearby neighborhood, upon arrival guests are welcomed by a striking 17 by 8-foot tile mural, an explosion of color depicting flora and fauna. Created by artist Coral Bourgeois, it pays homage to the Flower District, defined as 28th Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, where fashionable ladies of the 1890s once shopped nearby on the “Ladies' Mile”. Other large format photographic artwork by photographers Josh Lehrer and Elizabeth Cheviot, inspired by the city's history, art and culture, appear in many of the public areas of the hotel.

Guest rooms are modern and refreshing, with sleek, thoughtful design, including soft white coverlets, accented by blue slate colors, providing a restful setting. Separate seating areas and generously-sized desks are as functional as they are appealing. Two Skylight Suites feature millwork made in Brooklyn, New York. In fact, the hotel's attention to the environment in water and energy-saving measures, as well as its adherence to an extensive recycling program, has positioned it for consideration as a LEED-certified, or “green” hotel.

The Courtyard Manhattan/Chelsea hotel is in a location convenient to many parts of the city. Both leisure and business travelers will find it's a quick stroll to Penn Station, Herald Square and Times Square. Visitors can walk a few blocks directly west on West 30th Street to enter the famous Highline, a one-mile-long public park built on an historic freight rail line elevated above the streets. The hotel's central location makes it easy to navigate north and south, and east to west. It's also near public transportation, with subways and buses nearby.

Courtyard Manhattan/Chelsea is located at 135 West 30th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues in New York City
Main Hotel Number: (212) 967-6000
For reservations, go to: www.marriott.com
Hotel link: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/nycce-courtyard-new-york-manhattan-chelsea/

About Courtyard by Marriott:

Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced. Intuitive services and design accommodate guests' needs for choice and control. With more than 950 locations in 38 countries and territories, Courtyard hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information or reservations, call the Courtyard toll-free number at 800-321-2211, visit www.courtyard.com, become a fan at www.facebook.com/courtyard or follow Courtyard at www.twitter.com/courtyardhotels.