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The Twenty Two New York
- Where:
- Why:Two glorious solo days
- When:November 2025
- Who:Myself with the visit of some fabulous friends
"Moody, tactile, quietly extravagant and just the right amount of mischievous"
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Be convinced by the smiles. There is, indeed, a magical world waiting for you right past these doors
Nothing beats a handwritten thank you note. Here made extra special in Portuguese
Toned-down, quiet and cozy... Two great nights of sleep were had here
I just love a black and white bathroom with robust golden fixtures
The tromp l'oleil carpet imitating wood (a big hit!) is a strong design element also present at the original The Twenty Two in London
Giada Lubomirski and Michelle Tillou, two New York legends I am lucky to call friends, joined me for dinner. We may or may not have had a slumber party too...
A serious feast at Cafe Zaffri
All the chic details
Cafe Zaffri seen from above. Arguably one of the sexiest dining rooms in town
The perfectly dimly lit concierge desk that whispers “something incredible could happen at any moment, but you can also just sit back and read the newspaper”
My darling Moral Turgeman stopped by in between her art gigs in town
A peek into another room. How deliciously sumptuous is this?
The gym. Without a double the nicest gym design I've seen in a while. And fitted with top notch Technogym equipment
The beautiful, intelligent and always in high spirits Kunna Hann joined me for a morning matcha
What a treat to step out and into Union Square Farmers Market on a sunny day
Dial 22 and make a wish
Accurate depiction of how I felt during my stay
Highs & Lows
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Location. I don't think there could be a better location for a hotel in New York. A treat to walk around this area, so much to do while still feeling local and not touristy, Downtown, Uptown and Brooklyn are all withing easy reach from here.
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Design. The spaces are beautiful, sexy, inviting. The lighting is just perfect throughout. And the dialogue with the London property with some recurrent design elements is so well done, consistent but never repetitive.
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Service. The absolute highlight. Every single person I met made me feel genuinely special. And this is the only real magic any hotel can claim.
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The food. I'd be back here time and again just to eat, eat, eat.
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I get that Acqua Panna looks somewhat chic and the bottles are glass, not plastic (although these still go to trash, sadly). But a local brand that doesn't have to travel thousands of miles would feel even more elevated.
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Staying at the hotel does grants you access to the members' Living Room space, but not to the restaurant, bar or nightclub. Although I am pretty positive you will know someone who knows someone…
Important Bits
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Type
Luxury Lifestyle Hotel
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Vibe
Cinematic Manhattan meets London cool
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Location
Right on Union Sq, it couldn't be more perfect!
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Rooms
78 rooms. including 17 suites and a penthouse
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Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
Easy, modern and pleasantly human. The website is clean and intuitive and booking feels seamless. Communication with the team is quick and thoughtful and the story-rich building adds an anticipatory hum before you even get there
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Future Forward
A sensitive restoration of a landmarked 1891 building designed for independent working women, preserving original craft and reimagining it for today. Interiors made with long-lasting materials rather than trend-driven excess. The food & beverage program celebrates an all female leadership and centers local producers, a cultural sustainability as important as any eco-label
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Music
Low-lit lounge energy with soft jazz, downtown soul and the occasional London-leaning groove drifting in from the members' floor
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Year Opened
2024
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Designed By
Child Studio
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Health & Wellness
A beautiful gym equipped with Technogym gear
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Food
A highlight. The culinary program is led by the powerhouse sisters Jennifer and Nicole Vitagliano, the duo behind Raf's and The Musket Room, joined by Executive Chef Mary Attea and Pastry Chef Camari Mick. Expect refined comfort with pristine produce, elegant sauces, nostalgic desserts perfected at the molecular level.
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Bar, Events & Nightlife
Union Square's new golden hour. A members' floor with clinking glasses, low ceilings and conversational corners. Downstairs, the restaurant and bar pull in a fluid mix of neighbors, creatives and global wanderers. Nights feel intimate yet alive.
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Minibar & Retail
Thoughtful, not cluttered. Quality spirits, beautifully packaged snacks and a few cheeky indulgences. Classic glass bottles, zero plastic. Standouts lean toward elevated aperitivo culture and the glassware is impressive.
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Accessibility
Yes
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Pet Friendly
Yes
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Children
Yes
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Price
On the higher end but not shocking if we consider the New York room rate madness
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Hotel Location The Twenty Two New York, East 16th Street, New York, NY, USA
Union Square sits at the crossroads of Downttown creativity and Uptown polish. Steps from ggreat galleries, shops, iconic bookstores, a sprawling farmer`s market and the city`s best casual-fine dining, it`s a neighborhood that feels local, lively and transit-easy all at once.
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