Before 2019, it would have been hard to imagine that the area now known as Hudson Yards on Manhattan’s far west side would be a magnet for trendsetting urbanites. But this far-flung Midtown West spot has emerged not only as one of the largest mixed-use mega neighborhoods in the world, but a destination all its own thanks to the opening of Equinox Hotel New York.
This hybrid of lifestyle meets luxury is the first of many hotels planned for the Equinox fitness brand, but if you’re expecting treadmills and barbells in your room, think again.
The ethos here skews more posh than sporty, including a sleek, modern interior designed by renowned architect David Rockwell; staff clad in bespoke Lady & Butler uniforms from celebrity stylist Kate Young; and, of course, the state-of-the-art gym, a sanctuary of fitness replete with saltwater lap and plunge pools.
Ushering in the next generation of high-energy luxury to New York’s ever-evolving metropolis, Equinox raises the bar high and then runs laps around it for fun.