Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani bought the luxury 5-star hotel Mandarin Oriental in New York for a whopping $98 million. The deal is expected to close by end of March. This iconic hotel nestled near Central Park overlooks the Columbus Circle. Mandarin Oriental just like many renowned establishments was badly hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, raking in just $15 million for the entire 2020 instead of the $113 million in 2019. Now part of Ambani’s holdings, here’s what you must know about this prestigious hotel.
Mandarin Oriental New York Boasts Stunning Views Of City Skyline
Mandarin Oriental New York is known to offer some of the most spectacular views of the city’s skyline. This hotel features exquisite rooms boasting views of the majestic Hudson River and popular Central Park, starting from ₹55,000 per night. Mandarin Oriental also has a whopping 75-foot lap pool, so there’s nothing left to the imagination. The ultra-luxurious hotel has housed business tycoons and celebrities from across the world, like Slumdog Millionaire star Dev Patel, American actor-writer-producer Stanley Tucci and Hollywood legends like Hellen Mirren and Morgan Freeman to name a few.
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Top-Notch Spa Experience That Guarantees Relaxation
The wide range of top-notch amenities at Mandarin Oriental New York includes a Time Rituals programme that started 18 years ago. This involves guests booking a time slot and letting the expert therapists customise the entire wellness experience. Digital Wellness and Retreat programme offer guests a much-needed digital detox. And the Fitness and Wellness regimes offer holistic forms of exercises like tai chi, yoga and pilates.
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Panda-Themed Room & Fun Activities For Kids
There’s something for everyone at Mandarin Oriental, (if you’re willing to shell out the big bucks ofcourse!) Even the kids can have a fantasy holiday as they would desire. From a panda-themed space, cute tent set-up, child-friendly fixtures, fun DVDs to watch with friends to a horseback ride around Central Park, children would be spoilt for choice.
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Ultra-Luxurious Lounge With Spectacular Food, Views & Drinks
For the adults, there’s a fancy MO Lounge that’s touted to be New York’s must-visit destination. With well-curated cocktails, fine-dining American food at its best, stunning decor and mesmerising views of the Manhattan skyline, you’re guaranteed to have a memorable evening. One of the dishes you must devour at MO Lounge includes Nova Scotia King Salmon, a pan-seared salmon dish, served with wild rice, asparagus and passion fruit sauce.
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Interestingly, Nita Ambani was believed to be extremely impressed with the modern Asian decor at the award-wining spa of Mandarin Oriental. She approached Perkins + Will and Hirsch Bedner Associates to design her new home and ensure that no two floors of the 27-floor Antilia resemble each other. Now that Mandarin Oriental is purchased by Mukesh Ambani, it would perhaps give you more reasons to visit the hotel known for its breathtaking views, intricate fusion designs and posh rooms.