I really like staying at Crosby Road Lodge. My daughter and I wanted to be in Decrease Manhattan, so I selected it primarily based on my earlier keep at sister Firmdale Lodge, Ham Yard in London. I’m a fan of co-owner Package Kemp’s use of shade, vegetation, patterns, and artwork that doesn’t seem like they’ll go collectively, however they do.
It’s undoubtedly the priciest luxurious boutique lodge within the SoHo space however has earned the very best opinions. It didn’t disappoint, and I can say with certainty that I can be again.
I booked in like a shopper and the VIP facilities you possibly can entry by means of us have been utilized to my keep. Due to the excellent meals within the Crosby Bar, the complimentary day by day breakfast for 2 was an enormous win, and my room was upgraded.
What’s additionally fairly incredible is the excellent location. Midtown has its function, however SoHo is particular. It’s calmer and fewer touristy, with spectacular eating and procuring close to NYU, Chinatown, Little Italy, Nolita, and different neighborhoods. In my Crosby Road Lodge overview, I’ll let you know every thing you have to know earlier than you keep.
Crosby Road Lodge Rooms and Suites
The 86 rooms and suites all have floor-to-ceiling home windows and are adorned in a tasteful, colourful palette with cool artwork. So, what you see on the web site isn’t going to be what you examine into decor-wise. No two rooms and suites are alike.
Rooms
Rooms have king beds and marble bogs with walk-in showers (no tubs). The dimensions is beneficiant for NYC. (Just a few different close by luxurious motels hover across the 250-square-foot vary.)
Superior Rooms: These are positioned on the 2nd flooring overlooking Crosby Road and are 340 sq. toes. There may be an ADA model of this room. Two-person occupancy.
Luxurious Rooms: Decrease flooring overlooking Crosby Road or lodge sculpture backyard, 350 sq. toes. Two-person occupancy.
Deluxe Rooms: Increased flooring, 360 sq. toes, neat window pillow seats. Three-person occupancy.
Deluxe Rooms: Prime flooring, 360 sq. toes, views of decrease Manhattan or lodge sculpture backyard, and neat window pillow seats. Three-person occupancy.
Restricted connecting rooms can be found.
We have been upgraded to a Deluxe Room overlooking Crosby Road, a quieter cobblestone road.
Once we checked in, it was evening, so that is the one photograph I took earlier than our baggage took over. We flew straight in from Las Vegas with a ton of volleyball gear.
Two membership chairs and a desk close to a big flatscreen TV should not pictured. The marble lavatory had towel heaters, a big walk-in bathe, a single sink, and a rest room. There wasn’t a lot shelf or drawer area within the lavatory, but it surely was superb. Firmdale Inns has its personal line of bathtub facilities referred to as Rik Rak, which you should purchase onsite. I significantly just like the physique lotion.
One in all my favourite options of this room is the cushioned window seats that I didn’t get a photograph of sadly. I may see myself sitting there with a guide when the climate permits.
I additionally beloved the fully-stocked minibar. Sure, taking from it’s dear however that is New York Metropolis, which additionally means no in-room espresso.
Different additional within the closet included a journey steamer, skippers, and bag. WiFi was additionally quick and free. A writing desk and chair rounded out the furnishings, together with nightstands with drawers and an extra chest of drawers for clothes.
Junior Suites
These have a small couch and chair seating space and bigger bogs with two basins, a walk-in bathe, and a tub. These have a three-person occupancy however can sleep 4 individuals if there are two youngsters below 12 years previous.
Deluxe Junior Suite: 460 sq. toes with views of decrease Manhattan
Luxurious Junior Suite: 400 sq. toes with views of the sculpture backyard
One to Three Bed room Suites
For individuals who want more room, select one of many beautiful suites. The bigger ones have dwelling rooms with sofas and membership chairs and also can have fireplaces, outside terraces with lawns and timber, and extra home-like facilities. Occupancy for these varies however goes from three individuals on up.
The Crosby Bar & Terrace
The Crosby Bar is the lodge restaurant and bar wrapped into one serving breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, and an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner. The outside terrace opens seasonally in good climate.
We ate most of our breakfasts right here and some lunches. You possibly can go for a continental breakfast buffet of baked items, yogurt, and fruit.
You may also order a la carte from the breakfast menu, which we did day by day. And our breakfast was subtracted from our invoice day by day. It didn’t seem like a set greenback quantity, however we ordered a drink and an entree every time. As , it is a substantial worth in a NYC lodge.
I’d name it an American menu with apparent British influences. Open all day, The Crosby Bar serves breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
The bar’s signature cocktails and intensive wine listing make it a well-liked spot. The bar itself is contained in the restaurant. Each felt busy all day, with locals having conferences and lodge visitors grabbing a chew to eat.
To provide you an concept of its clientele, I used to be purses nearly the complete time. It’s NYC stylish, that’s for certain.
24-hour room service is served on a silver tray from The Crosby Bar.
Different Lodge Facilities
After all, there are different conveniences the lodge presents for visitors to get pleasure from.
Health club
The lodge’s state-of-the-art fitness center has the newest cardiovascular and resistance coaching tools. So you possibly can nonetheless eat at Prince Road Pizza across the nook and work it off later. The fitness center additionally has backyard views by means of the floor-to-ceiling home windows.
Non-public Screening Room
One in all Crosby Road Lodge’s distinctive options is its personal screening room. With luxurious seating and cutting-edge audiovisual expertise, you possibly can reserve it for personal movie screenings, shows, or particular occasions.
The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room is a comfortable and stylish area the place visitors can loosen up with a guide or have a quiet dialog. The room is adorned with plush furnishings and a curated assortment of books and paintings.
Within the night, visitors can stroll down for a drink, both self-service or through a waitstaff normally current within the room. You merely write down what you took, your title, and room quantity. I perceive why extra motels don’t have this, however I beloved this little amenity.
It’s so handy quite than ordering at a busy bar or room service. I don’t keep in mind the pricing, but it surely was means lower than a glass of wine on the bar. I believed it was very affordable for what you have been getting!
That is additionally a quieter place to attend in your automobile or airport switch after check-out.
Backyard Terrace
There’s a small backyard behind the lodge that some rooms and the restaurant have views of. It was closed throughout our April keep, properly, as a result of the climate was chilly and wet. However any remotely inexperienced area in a metropolis like that is welcome and it extends again to Lafayette Road.
Artwork In all places
I may by no means put one thing like this collectively, but it surely seemed incredible. You’ll even see artwork within the elevators. It’s all over the place, tasteful, enjoyable, colourful, and I adore it. When you’re a canine lover, there are little canine sculptures and even canine photograph montages within the elevator.
Service and Vibe
I used to be happy with the service all through the lodge. It’s not so in-your-face like different luxurious motels the place persons are calling you by title. So you possibly can fly below the radar if you’d like.
The concierge (out there 24 hours) was superior at getting us last-minute dinner reservations and recommending locations to eat that we beloved. Room service additionally got here as promised and quite rapidly. The doormen helped us with umbrellas and simple passage out and in of the lodge or automobiles as a result of it was raining.
We did have a problem with the room subsequent door being renovated. I later came upon that they’re at all times engaged on rooms within the lodge so that they don’t get outdated— factor. The entrance desk dealt with the state of affairs, and the employees have been form sufficient to work till we left the room quietly. I used to be proud of the decision.
Everybody was good. Whereas well-heeled vacationers are seen all over the place, it didn’t really feel stuffy. However it’s a spot the place I pack my nicer sneakers, coats, and purses to stroll round dressed moderately properly. I wouldn’t really feel snug in any other case.
Is it Child-Pleasant?
I wouldn’t have any downside taking my youngsters right here. Whenever you’re reserving a NYC boutique lodge, you need to know and anticipate that it’s not going to be heaving with households and kid-friendly facilities. There have been just a few well-behaved youthful youngsters within the restaurant and children’ menus. The lodge additionally has complimentary cribs.
Would I let youngsters run wild within the foyer? Undoubtedly not, due to the sculptures on the bottom and that’s simply not the vibe it offers off.
Superior SoHo Location
Crosby Road Lodge is completely located within the coronary heart of New York Metropolis’s SoHo, which might be my favourite space to remain in now. Identified for its historic cast-iron structure and cobblestone streets, SoHo is a haven for artwork fans, fashionistas, and meals lovers.
The lodge’s prime location places visitors inside strolling distance of galleries, boutique outlets, and high-end designer shops like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Prada. There may be additionally meals, and there may be loads of it in all worth ranges.
Prince Road Pizza is just a few blocks away, however so is the well-known Balthazar brasserie, which is a couple of block from the lodge foyer within the different path. You’ve got the Museum of Ice Cream just a few steps away and Lombardi’s. Strolling to Chinatown is not any huge deal; there’s an excessive amount of to say there.
For a candy deal with, Dominique Ansel Bakery, dwelling of the well-known Cronut, is only a brief stroll away. We stood in line for one, and it was price it. So is Mochidoki, if you happen to like mochi ice ceam.
It’s additionally a couple of 10-minute stroll (or much less, relying on what number of road lights you hit) to New York College.
About Firmdale Inns
Search for the 12′ black cat in entrance of the lodge and also you’ll know you’re in the correct place. Firmdale Inns is a group of luxurious boutique motels based by Tim and Package Kemp. Package Kemp, an award-winning inside designer, is the artistic pressure behind Firmdale Inns’ distinctive model.
Every property throughout the Firmdale portfolio is distinct, characterised by its daring use of shade and thoughtfully curated paintings. You possibly can sense her model and know what to anticipate if you stroll into one. I like that.
London properties embrace The Soho Lodge, Ham Yard Lodge (I beloved my keep right here), Charlotte Road Lodge, and Covent Backyard Lodge, amongst others. New York Metropolis now has the Warren Road Lodge (Tribeca), The Whitby Lodge (Midtown), and the Crosby Road Lodge. We’ve got advantages in any respect of them.
Crosby Road Lodge Reservations
If you need to remain at Crosby Road Lodge (or another Firmdale Lodge), we are able to guide you in with day by day breakfast and VIP standing at no additional cost. Room charges in 2024 begin at $1145/evening within the excessive season and $916/evening within the off-peak season.
Nonetheless, they’ve been operating free evening promotions and different sale charges. I obtained a free 4th evening throughout my keep, which was an enormous financial savings at an NYC boutique lodge like this.
I’ll be again within the fall.
