The Maritime Hotel
Hotel · Chelsea ·
Nautical-themed hotel with porthole windows and teak furnishings
Nautical-themed hotel with porthole windows and teak furnishings
"Designed in 1966 for the National Maritime Union — hence its name and nautical theme — this is not a traditional hotel: all rooms face westward, looking over the Hudson through five-foot porthole windows. Rooms are compact but well-designed, with built-in furniture so that all the necessities easily fit into the space. The décor almost borders on kitsch, but is actually quite charming, with some suites sporting a shockingly comprehensive collection of National Geographic magazines." - Mark Fedeli
"In the Meatpacking District, up to two four-legged travelers are welcomed with no additional fees at any size. At check-in, they'll get their own food and water bowls, while a convenient grassy area nearby provides the perfect spot for bathroom breaks. While pets aren't permitted to remain unattended in rooms, the location puts you steps from some of New York's most pet-friendly neighborhoods and restaurants with outdoor dining options. That, and the Maritime's legendary 10,000-square-foot outdoor terrace — the largest in any New York hotel — welcomes well-behaved, on-leash pets." - Alexis Benveniste
"A steakhouse mini-chain location that closed in New York sometime in January as the company decided to close in New York and Los Angeles to focus on its existing nearby locations and open new restaurants, including an upcoming Mediterranean one in Soho. The restaurant was under the Catch Hospitality Group — run by co-founders Eugene Remm and Mark Birnbaum with Tilman Fertitta (who bought Keens Steakhouse last fall). Its Los Angeles location closed last month (only the Aspen one remains)." - Nadia Chaudhury
"The location in the Maritime Hotel (88 Ninth Avenue, at West 16th Street) has closed; the closing follows the shutter last month of the Los Angeles outpost. A spokesperson said: "Both Catch Steak in New York and Los Angeles have been exceptionally successful, each generating over $18 million in annual revenue. However, their close proximity to our flagship Catch restaurants has split the business. By consolidating these locations, we can deliver a unified and elevated experience that builds on the best of both concepts. To support this transformation, we’re investing $6 million to renovate and enhance both flagship locations, creating spaces that set new standards for guest and staff experiences. This pivotal move follows the successful openings of Catch Miami Beach and Dallas in 2024, as well as the launch of the Corner Store, already one of the most talked-about restaurants in America. Looking ahead to 2025, we have several openings in progress, including a Mediterranean dining experience in Soho. We’re energized by what’s ahead and look forward to sharing the next chapter of Catch Hospitality Group with you." Also in the same property is Tao Downtown, which occupies the lower level and has been there for over a decade." - Nadia Chaudhury
"Converted from the 1968 National Maritime Union headquarters, this West Chelsea landmark leans into a nautical aesthetic—porthole windows, white-tiled facade, stylized Manhattan fabric headboards—and is known for celebrity sightings and a lively lower-level club scene; its 126 rooms feature custom beds and artist-fabric details, while the lobby mixes maritime murals and historic architectural elements." - Jennifer Flowers