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The Benjamin Hotel Savor Sweet Dreams in Your Stylish Suite
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ounge in luxury at a true Midtown Manhattan landmark, The Benjamin Hotel. This timeless residential style hotel also has a trendy twist after a redesign by interior decorator Lauren Rottet in partnership with The Benjamin’s own sleep expert, Dr. Rebecca Robbins. Now, you are sure to have sweet dreams in your own spacious and sophisticated suite. The Benjamin is not only the chicest and most centrally located spot, but is also pet - and planet - friendly. Their Environmentally Friendly program is designed to be socially responsible by minimizing their carbon footprint - but not their comfort! From low-flow fixtures to energy-efficient lighting, plus remote control thermostats, eco-friendly bath amenity dispensers and a recycling program, they take sustainability seriously. With over 250 square feet and all the cozy comforts of home, including a kitchenette and plenty of posh work space, each of their wellappointed guestrooms are ideal for business or pleasure - or both. Their marble bathrooms include a shower, bath and Elemis bath prod-
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ucts. The Benjamin’s larger one-bedroom suites also include a separate living space and marble kitchen countertop. The Balcony, Terrace and Signature Suites feature the hotel’s signature art deco atmosphere and stylish outdoor spaces with sweeping views of the city skyline. Their range of spaces also makes the hotel a perfect place for working remotely or prolonged staycations. The crown jewel of the hotel is The Benjamin Suite - or 1,620 square feet of deliriously decadent design. Guests are surrounded by relaxed yet resplendent luxury on the 22nd floor of this gothic revival hotel. The lush velvet and satin green swivel chairs, gold sofa and dramatic wallpaper with a chandelier motif, plus large screen TV, separate powder room, decorative pieces throughout, a pantry kitchen, master bathroom with a free-standing tub and double rain shower set this A-list accommodation apart. Wake up to wonderful when you enjoy coffee on one of the suite’s two terraces, especially the larger terrace which is ideal for luxe lounging with its outdoor furniture arrangements and seasonal garden. With a rare custom burl wood dining table, you can even host your own dinner
party in this special space. Stay fit in this fashionable metropolis at their fitness center, which is fully equipped with elliptical trainers, yoga mats, exercise bikes and more from Italian equipment designer and official Olympics supplier Technogym. This 24-hour space offers men and women’s locker rooms with a steam room, complimentary water and hand towels. Just in time for the holiday season, internationally acclaimed mentalist Jason Suran returns to the stage as artist-in-residence at the illustrious Fifty Hotel & Suites by Affinia which is just up the street from The Benjamin and part of the Denihan Portfolio hotels. His magical new show, “One in a Million: An Evening of Extraordinary Events,” which will play every Saturday night beginning on November 13. Audiences will get to enjoy Suran’s trademark blend of humor, storytelling, and mind-boggling psychological illusions. Private bookings are available as well as exclusive packages for those staying at Fifty Hotel and Suites. It’s time to get your glam getaway going! P thebenjamin.com
