Meliá Hotels International is set to launch new hotel, INNSIDE New York NoMad, in the heart of Manhattan

The first INNSIDE by Meliá hotel to open in North America

Meliá Hotels International will launch its first property in New York City in March 2016. Located at 132 West 27th Street between 6th and 7th Avenue, INNSIDE New York NoMad is within easy access of the city's iconic landmarks and attractions, including New York Highline, Times Square and Madison Square Gardens.

Meliá Hotels International will launch its first property in New York City in March 2016. Located at 132 West 27th Street between 6th and 7th Avenue, INNSIDE New York NoMad is within easy access of the city's iconic landmarks and attractions, including New York Highline, Times Square and Madison Square Gardens.

INNSIDE New York NoMad will boast 313 spacious guest rooms, with neutral contemporary interiors and accents of colour, along with oversized floor to ceiling windows, which offer natural light. The hotel has eight suites, including three unique terrace suites, with breathtaking views of New York's skyline and the Empire State Building. Each room will offer sleek in-room amenities, including a Nespresso coffee machine, 42" flat screen TV with USB and Bluetooth connectivity and complimentary minibar. Bathrooms will feature a spacious rain shower, bath tub and a range of SAMPAR products, made with active natural ingredients.

INNSIDE New York NoMad will have access to several major subway lines. Located in the up and coming NoMad district (North of Madison Square Gardens), guests will be able to explore the area renowned for antique galleries and weekend flea markets, as well as a number of popular nightlife spots.

The property will offer a signature restaurant, Impero Caffé by Scott Conant, including an outdoor garden terrace, with distinctive New York and Italian influences. Managed by celebrity chef, Scott Conant, Impero Caffé is set to become the city's new destination restaurant, as well as a cosy neighbourhood spot. Open for lunch and dinner, it will serve elevated bistro-style Italian cuisine, including fresh pasta, risotto and seafood. The lobby bar will serve an extensive range of cocktails, from old-fashioned drinks to seasonal hand-crafted beverages, in a cool and modern setting.

Gabriel Escarrer, Vice Chairman and CEO of Meliá Hotels International, said: "Establishing a presence in New York City has always been a dream for Meliá Hotels International. INNSIDE New York Nomad will be a great foundation as we look to continue our expanded growth into the North American market in 2016. New York, one of the biggest tourist destinations for both business and leisure travellers in the world, is perfect for our INNSIDE by Meliá brand, and we are thrilled to see this project come to life."

With two intimate meeting rooms, INNSIDE New York NoMad offers flexible meeting space for social or business gatherings, with a capacity of up to 95 people. The hotel also provides a versatile meetings programme to encourage creativity. It includes fitness balls, high tech SMART boards, built-in audio-visual equipment, comfortable furniture and an all-inclusive mini-bar and coffee station, as well as soft drinks and healthy snacks.

INNSIDE by Meliá is an urban lifestyle hotel that caters to savvy business and chic leisure travellers. It is one of the hotel group's fastest growing brands across Europe and the Middle East, fusing efficient service, contemporary design and the latest technology to create a sleek guest experience.

Rooms at INNSIDE New York NoMad start from $249. For more information, please visit: www.innside.com

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About Melia Hotels International

Rooted in Mallorca (Spain), with a global footprint, Meliá Hotels International has evolved over seven decades into one of the world's leading hospitality groups. Today, we are proud to be recognized as Europe's most sustainable hotel company by S&P Global, and as a Top Employer Large Enterprise 2025, reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and responsible tourism.With a portfolio of over 400 hotels across key destinations worldwide, we deliver differentiated guest experiences through our nine distinct brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá, and Affiliated by Meliá. Each brand is designed to meet the evolving expectations of our guests, while staying true to our Mediterranean roots and values.Our strategic focus on sustainability, talent development, and digital transformation continues to position Meliá as a benchmark in the global hospitality industry, driving long-term value for our stakeholders and creating meaningful experiences for millions of travelers around the world. . For more information, please visit www.meliahotelsinternational.com

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Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, plus a wide portfolio of affiliated hotels under the “Affiliated by Meliá” network.

The select boutique hotels of INNSIDE by Meliá emanate character and personality with a design conceived for and adapted to the lifestyle of work trippers. At INNSIDE, the boundaries between work and leisure disappear. Its innovative services and impressive spaces produce unique surprises, offering excellent value for money. In an European design setting, its spaces open up to communication, creativity and the unexpected, encouraging...