The Whitby Hotel

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The Whitby Hotel Firmdale Hotels comprises 10 hotels and 9 bars and restaurants in London and New York, each individually designed and decorated by Kit Kemp.
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Situated in the heart of upper midtown Manhattan on West 56th Street at 5th Avenue, The Whitby Hotel is a celebration of contemporary art and design. It's just two blocks from Central Park and on the doorstep of some of New York's leading restaurants, galleries and museums, including MoMA. There are 86 individually designed bedrooms and suites, each with floor to ceiling windows, many with a private terrace and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. Interiors have been designed by Kit Kemp in her award-winning modern British style.

There’s a new way to take your tea, and this time, it comes in a cocktail glass. Our latest menu puts an unexpected spin...
10/20/2026

There’s a new way to take your tea, and this time, it comes in a cocktail glass. Our latest menu puts an unexpected spin on the familiar, with tea at the heart of every creation. Meet the Jaded Last Word, where Jade Spring green tea and matcha bring a bright, citrusy character; the Dragoni, pairing Oolong Wood Dragon with smoky mezcal and a hint of chilli; and Bananas in the Boardroom, where warming chai meets coffee and sweet banana.

Fall feels right at home in Suite 802, where deep reds, soft pinks and layered florals bring a wonderful sense of warmth...
10/15/2026

Fall feels right at home in Suite 802, where deep reds, soft pinks and layered florals bring a wonderful sense of warmth to every room. Settle in by the fireplace with a favourite book or enjoy a cocktail on your private terrace before heading out into the city for the evening.

Fall has officially arrived at The Whitby Bar & Restaurant. Pumpkin gnocchi makes its debut on our new seasonal menu, br...
10/11/2026

Fall has officially arrived at The Whitby Bar & Restaurant. Pumpkin gnocchi makes its debut on our new seasonal menu, bringing together the warmth and sweetness of pumpkin with savoury Black Truffles and plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano.

Suite 1207 gives you every reason to keep the curtains open. Twelve floors up, floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the room i...
10/06/2026

Suite 1207 gives you every reason to keep the curtains open. Twelve floors up, floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the room in natural light, with a pair of armchairs perfectly placed for a cappuccino over the morning headlines or a nightcap as Fifth Avenue comes alive.

10/01/2026

Meet Lover Boy, one of the additions to our fall cocktail menu. Bulleit Bourbon and Michter’s Rye give way to notes of ripe strawberry and dark chocolate, with a smoky finish adding a little drama to every sip.

Every occasion needs a great opening act, and the Events Lobby at The Whitby Hotel is ready to play the part. Gather for...
09/22/2026

Every occasion needs a great opening act, and the Events Lobby at The Whitby Hotel is ready to play the part. Gather for cocktails and canapés before a private screening, welcome guests for a reception, or make an entrance before business begins just beyond the doors of Araminta and Anrep.

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09/22/2026

There’s something particularly lovely about watching the day unfold from the Orangery. Sunlight pours through the glass ceiling before slowly giving way to the warm glow of evening, where conversation fills the room over dinner enjoyed in great company.

Suite 1508 at The Whitby Hotel presents a rather nice dilemma: where to look first. A mythical scene unfolds across the ...
09/18/2026

Suite 1508 at The Whitby Hotel presents a rather nice dilemma: where to look first. A mythical scene unfolds across the bespoke hand-embroidered headboard, while the Manhattan skyline stretches out beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows. Morning coffee may start inside, though the private terrace makes a convincing case for taking it outdoors.

Consider your weekend soundtrack sorted, courtesy of The Whitby Bar. Fridays unfold from 6pm to the sounds of live jazz ...
09/12/2026

Consider your weekend soundtrack sorted, courtesy of The Whitby Bar. Fridays unfold from 6pm to the sounds of live jazz from the Sam Taylor Trio, while Saturdays at the same hour welcome a rotating line-up of artists for Voices of New York. Come for a drink and stay for the kind of evening that deserves another round.

A memorable gathering calls for plenty of conversation, and the Reading Room is happy to lend a hand. Floor-to-ceiling b...
09/08/2026

A memorable gathering calls for plenty of conversation, and the Reading Room is happy to lend a hand. Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves wrap around the room, joined by shadow boxes housing miniature scenes and curious keepsakes. Filled with character and made to suit many an occasion, it’s an especially charming setting for dinners, celebrations and time spent in very good company.

09/03/2026

Start the evening with a little heat, courtesy of the our Rabbit Fire cocktail. Bright pineapple and ginger meet the bold kick of habanero for a lively, flavourful finish. Our tuna tacos make the perfect pairing, offering a fresh contrast to every spicy sip.

There is a playful thread running through the Clementine Suite, quite literally. You’ll find hand selected Pierre Frey f...
08/29/2026

There is a playful thread running through the Clementine Suite, quite literally. You’ll find hand selected Pierre Frey fabric climbing the headboard, dressing the windows, covering the armchairs and, rather fittingly, dressing the mannequin too.

Beyond the spacious interiors, the private terrace brings a change of scene in crisp blue and green stripes, with Midtown providing the backdrop. It is the sort of place that makes breakfast outside or evening cocktails feel almost necessary, with the streets of Manhattan unfolding below.

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18 W, 56th Street
New York, NY
10019

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