The Maritime Hotel
Nautical-modernist boutique. Ship-cabin rooms with teak walls, five-foot porthole windows, blue wool carpeting, and penny-tile marble bathrooms. The lobby feels like an old library on a cruise ship — fireplaces, bookshelves, ocean murals, velvet armchairs. Not flashy, but genuinely cool.
All rooms face westward — ask for a higher floor for the best Hudson River views through the porthole
Why It Matters
Genuine architectural landmark by a Frank Lloyd Wright-trained architect. The porthole windows aren't decorative — they're the building's original 1968 facade. First luxury hotel in the Meatpacking/Chelsea area. TAO Downtown, a massive Pan-Asian restaurant and nightclub, operates in the hotel's vaulted basement space.
A 12-story landmark in West Chelsea, built in 1968 by New Orleans architect Albert Ledner as the headquarters for the National Maritime Union. The porthole windows, teak-lined rooms, and white ceramic tile exterior aren't a design concept layered on by an interior decorator — they're the building itself. It opened as a hotel in 2003, making it the first luxury property in the neighborhood, and it remains one of Manhattan's most architecturally distinctive boutique hotels, sitting right across from Chelsea Market and a short walk from The High Line.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Junior Penthouse
A real step up in space at 550 sq ft. King bed plus a twin daybed makes this suitable for a small group. A wet bar and Nespresso machine elevate the in-room experience. Still fully nautically themed.
King
Rooftop Penthouse
The flagship suite. 2,500 sq ft of interior space with a 1,500 sq ft rooftop terrace overlooking the Chelsea skyline. Two fireplaces — one decorated with anchors and a model ship. Soaking tub, wet bar stocked for a party, Bose sound system, and Nespresso. This is one of the largest hotel suites in downtown Manhattan.
KingStandard Queen
The entry-level room and the one that best captures the ship-cabin feel. At 225 sq ft it's compact — one person is comfortable, two is cozy. Dark teak walls, blue wool carpet, and a five-foot porthole window. Marble bathroom with penny-tile walls and a rainfall shower.
QueenSuperior Queen
Same footprint as the Standard Queen but positioned on higher floors, which means better city views through the porthole. The nautical decor and penny-tile bathroom are identical — the upgrade is the altitude.
QueenTerrace Penthouse
One of the more unusual hotel rooms in Manhattan: 1,000 sq ft inside and a 250 sq ft outdoor terrace with an open-air rain shower. Soak in a large soaking tub, then shower under open sky in the middle of Chelsea. Bose sound system throughout. Twin bed available on request.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary bicycles are available to all guests. The High Line is a 4-minute ride; Hudson River Park and the waterfront are easy from here. A genuinely useful perk for exploring the neighborhood without the subway.
Full concierge services for booking restaurants, tours, transportation, theater tickets, and other NYC experiences. Limo/town car service also available through the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site business center with computer and printer available to guests 24/7. Complimentary access.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel including all guest rooms and public spaces.
Room service available around the clock. TAO Downtown also provides in-room delivery from 5pm–12am (Sun–Wed) and 5pm–11pm (Thu–Sat).
Elevated outdoor terraces overlooking Ninth Avenue. Claimed to be among the largest outdoor terrace spaces of any Manhattan hotel. The hotel is pet-friendly and has outdoor grass areas nearby for pet bathroom breaks.
Up to two pets of any size welcome with no additional fee. Food and water bowls provided at check-in. Grassy area nearby for bathroom breaks.
Full-service concierge for restaurant bookings, transportation, event tickets, and local recommendations. Babysitting and cribs also available upon request.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available on-site.
Limo and town car service can be arranged through the hotel.
A small gym with free weights, treadmills, and elliptical equipment. Access is complimentary for all guests around the clock. Limited but functional — no pool or spa on-site.
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