Highly anticipated Luma Hotel Times Square opens its doors

Posted in News on 10 May, 2017

Officially opening its doors, LUMA Hotel Times Square shines a new light in the neighbourhood, proudly welcoming guests with a contemporary and innovative approach to hospitality.

A newly built hotel nestled between two pre-war buildings on 41st Street between Broadway and Avenue of the Americas and adjacent to Bryant Park, LUMA is ideally located amongst New York City main businesses and world-renowned attractions, radiating sophistication, modernity, comfort, illuminating the spirit of New York City.

The 28-floor hotel was designed by Peter Poon Architects, with a sleek façade and transparent glass silhouette – a visual standout on 41st Street. The 130-room LUMA boasts floor-to-ceiling windows encouraging natural light and breathtaking views of Manhattan. LUMA’s rooms were designed to be minimal, soothing and anticipatory of every guest demand – whether for business or leisure. All guestrooms are equipped with complimentary amenities, including incredibly fast Wi-Fi, plush Euro top beds, Italian ETRO bath amenities, Nespresso coffee, as well as luxury Frette linens, bathrobes and slippers.

Among LUMA’s many standout features is its signature restaurant, Ortzi. The Basque-inspired tapas restaurant and bar is the latest culinary destination in the neighbourhood and a new concept from James Beard Award-winning Iron Chef, Chef Jose Garces. The adjacent bar offers signature cocktails and a robust wine program, as well as ample bar and café-style seating. Ortzi offers a unique and exciting dining experience, appealing to LUMA guests, travellers and locals alike.

“We’re thrilled to open our doors to the public and be a core part of such a vibrant neighbourhood,” said Kate Martin, General Manager of LUMA. “We look forward to providing guests a place to relax, eat, drink, connect – and ultimately, experience an unforgettable trip to New York City.”