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A new luxury hospitality brand, The Wolseley Hotels, has announced its global debut with its inaugural property scheduled to open in New York City in early 2027. The first hotel will be located near Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan at 130 West 44th Street. This historic building was originally constructed in 1905 as the clubhouse for The Lambs Club and was designed by the prominent architectural firm McKim, Mead & White. It currently is known as The Chatwal Hotel and is part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection.
The address has long been associated with Broadway’s creative community and remains closely tied to New York’s theatrical and cultural heritage. The new property will be called The Wolseley Hotel New York and it will feature 76 guest rooms and suites designed to combine classical elegance with modern luxury. The project blends British-inspired hospitality with the energy and architectural character of New York City.
A major highlight of the hotel will be the introduction of The Wolseley restaurant concept to the United States for the first time. The restaurant will serve as the culinary centerpiece of the property and its flagship dining venue in North America. Inspired by the original location on Piccadilly, London, the restaurant will offer all-day dining, classic cocktails, and a refined European-style café atmosphere. The hotel will also feature a cellar-level speakeasy bar designed to provide a more intimate and discreet social setting. I’ve had tea at The Wolseley in London and loved the experience.
Alongside its dining offerings, the hotel will include a redesigned wellness center focused on relaxation and wellbeing. The property will emphasize highly personalized service, carefully curated amenities, and a vibrant social atmosphere meant to reflect the city’s cosmopolitan character while maintaining the elegance associated with the Wolseley name.
The Wolseley Hotels brand is owned by Minor Hotels, a Thailand-based hospitality group whose luxury portfolio includes brands such as Anantara, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts, and Elewana Collection. Guests staying at Wolseley Hotels properties will be recognized through the Minor DISCOVERY loyalty program, which is part of the broader GHA DISCOVERY network.
Reservations through Hyatt are currently available into 2027, but the introduction of the Wolseley brand suggests the property will eventually leave the Hyatt ecosystem.
The Wolseley Hotel New York will serve as the flagship property for the new brand, setting the tone for future expansion. Minor Hotels plans a selective rollout of Wolseley Hotels in major global cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East. Each property will be designed to combine culinary excellence, elegant design, and personalized hospitality rooted in the traditions of the original Wolseley restaurant in London.
Anthony’s Take: The Chatwal Hotel is an iconic New York City spot. It was part of Marriott Bonvoy® and then shifted to World of Hyatt®. It looks like the name and loyalty program are changing again. At least the historic architecture will be preserved and I’ll be happy if the Wolseley restaurant is as good as its London counterpart.
(Image Credits: Hyatt and Wolseley.)
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