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Mandarin Oriental, New York
New York City, New York, United States · Mandarin Oriental · Grand Luxury
Mandarin Oriental, New York opened in December 2003 more than 280 feet up in the north tower of the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle, on floors 35 to 54. Dale Chihuly's 2,100-pound chandelier mixes hand-blown glass with Waterford crystal in the lobby, and Vivienne Tam designed the signature fan. The 14,500-square-foot spa on floors 35–36 is one of only two Forbes Five-Star spas in Manhattan, matching the hotel's own Five-Star rating.
- 244 rooms
- Opened 2003
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Architect: Brennan Beer Gorman, Architects, L.L.P.
- Interiors: Hirsch Bedner Associates
About Mandarin Oriental, New York
- The hotel sits more than 280 feet above street level in the Deutsche Bank Center north tower, with 202 rooms and 46 suites facing Central Park or the Hudson.
- Its spa is one of only two Forbes Five-Star spas in Manhattan; the other is at The Peninsula New York.
- Dale Chihuly created a roughly 2,100-pound lobby chandelier of 683 glass and crystal pieces in collaboration with Waterford Crystal.
- A 25-yard indoor lap pool and fitness center overlook the Hudson; 64 residences occupy floors 64–80 above the hotel.
- Closed in 2020 during the pandemic and reopened April 2021; Reliance Industries bought a majority stake in January 2022 for $98 million.
History
Perched atop the Deutsche Bank Center at Columbus Circle, Mandarin Oriental, New York opened in December 2003 as a crown jewel in the Time Warner Center development, blending sleek modern architecture with elegant Asian-inspired design.Mandarin Oriental fact sheet Architect Brennan Beer Gorman crafted the soaring north tower structure, while Hirsch Bedner Associates infused the interiors with sophisticated Oriental flair and contemporary New York luxury.Mandarin Oriental fact sheet The hotel temporarily closed during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, reopening in April 2021 after thoughtful updates; in 2017, the spa was reimagined by Adam D. Tihany, Grant Achatz, and Nick Kokonas.Wikipedia Distinctive for its sky-high perch 280 feet above street level on floors 35-54, it offers unparalleled panoramas of Central Park and the Hudson River, setting it apart as the brand's flagship urban escape in America.Mandarin Oriental homepage
The setting
Columbus Circle marks the southwestern gateway to Central Park, one of New York City's most iconic public spaces designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858.Wikipedia The area transformed dramatically with the 2003 opening of the Deutsche Bank Center (formerly Time Warner Center), a mixed-use complex bringing luxury retail, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and high-end residences to this cultural crossroads.Mandarin Oriental fact sheet Known for its proximity to Broadway theaters, Lincoln Center performing arts, and Fifth Avenue shopping, the neighborhood pulses with the energy of Manhattan's Upper West Side. 1-minute walk to 59th St.
Restaurants and bars
- MO Lounge — Bar · Sylvain Delpique
- Asiate — Restaurant
Experiences
- Spa and Hudson River treatment rooms — 14,500 sq ft spa with Hudson River views, six treatment rooms, a Thai Yoga room and heat experiences.
- Private yoga classes — Private yoga classes offered as part of the leisure facilities.
- Central Park — Directly across the street from the hotel, suited to walks, jogging and seasonal activities.
- Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts — Adjacent to the hotel, home to world-class opera, ballet and concerts.
- Broadway theatres — Around a 10 to 15 minute walk or short taxi ride from the hotel.
- Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) — Approximately a 15-minute walk from the hotel.
Amenities
- Five-Star Spa (14,500 sq ft, floors 35-36, Time Ritual™ treatments)
- 75-foot indoor lap pool with Hudson River views (36th floor)
- TechnoGym fitness center
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with Central Park/Hudson views in all rooms
- MO Lounge panoramic dining
- Access to Shops at Columbus Circle
- Sauna
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- AAA Five Diamond (2026)
- Forbes Five-Star Spa (2026)
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star (2026)
- Condé Nast Traveler Gold List (2025)
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