In brief
- MGallery Collection announces its arrival in New York with the signing of the Ink 48 hotel in Manhattan.
- The establishment features 222 rooms and suites, a restaurant and a rooftop with panoramic views.
A progressive renovation is scheduled for full integration under the brand
The agreement reached marks a decisive step in the brand’s North American development schedule. This operational and aesthetic transition will take place in targeted stages to ensure impeccable service continuity for guests. The interior design programme will aim to align the hotel’s services with the collection’s requirements while respecting the original spirit of the venue.
- A progressive renovation is scheduled for full integration under the brand in 2028.
The brand’s expansion in North America reflects its desire to anchor its portfolio of boutique hotels in global metropolises with strong cultural and economic influence. The American market represents a fundamental pillar in the group’s international deployment strategy, which scrupulously selects assets with a strong architectural personality and a firm local grounding.
- This signing is part of the brand’s expansion in the United States, one of its five priority markets.
The MGallery Collection brand, the group’s collection of characterful boutique hotels
Created to bring together singular addresses where history, design and art de vivre meet, the MGallery collection has established itself in the high-end boutique hotel segment. Each property in this international network is designed as an urban refuge or an exceptional residence, offering an original setting and personalised experiences focused on cultural discovery, well-being and local gastronomy.
A historic establishment on the coast
The MGallery Collection brand, the collection of characterful boutique hotels from the Accor group, is taking a historic step in its global development by establishing itself in the heart of the American East Coast. The brand has just signed Ink 48, an iconic establishment ideally located in the Hell’s Kitchen district of West Manhattan, offering a spectacular perspective on the Hudson River and the New York skyline.
This first signing in New York materialises the group’s growth ambitions in essential North American metropolises. The East Coast constitutes an exceptional showcase to attract both local clientele and international travellers looking for exclusive addresses. By joining this network, Ink 48 brings its own identity while benefiting from the commercial power, hotel expertise and global loyalty programmes of the French group.
A strategic address in the heart of Manhattan
The establishment of a boutique-format luxury hotel in the western sector of Manhattan responds to a growing demand for characterful accommodation in a district undergoing urban and artistic renewal. Close to New York’s major transport routes, the establishment benefits from a positioning that allows its residents to quickly access the main business centres as well as the city’s most famous entertainment venues.
A strategic address in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen
Located just steps from the Hudson River, Times Square, Hudson Yards and Broadway theatres, Ink 48 benefits from a prime location to attract business and leisure travellers. The establishment will undergo an extensive renovation and aesthetic enhancement programme, designed to instill the MGallery DNA while preserving the strong identity and singular character that made its reputation. During this transition phase, the hotel will continue to welcome its guests independently, before officially and fully joining the MGallery Collection fold as an American flagship by 2028.
The Hell’s Kitchen district, famous for its culinary history, cultural dynamism and artistic buzz, offers an authentic setting for a luxury boutique hotel. The proximity of Hudson River Park provides a popular waterfront walking and relaxation space, while the vast Hudson Yards complex, with its high-end shops and contemporary architectural works, reinforces the attractiveness of this Midtown West riverside sector.
Industrial design and volumes
Originally designed as a contemporary urban refuge, Ink 48 stands out for its industrial-inspired architecture and interior design, echoing the artistic and manufacturing past of this sector of Manhattan. The establishment houses 222 rooms, including 17 spacious suites. Among them, the signature penthouse suite offers volumes and ceiling heights that are particularly rare for the New York hotel market, complemented by immense floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the skyline and the river.
The building’s aesthetic draws on the historical heritage of the building, which formerly housed an industrial printing works in the mid-20th century. This graphic and creative past is reflected in the decorative details, the choice of raw materials, the metalwork, wood and exposed brick. The layout of the spaces prioritises natural light and open proportions, offering an atmosphere that is both cozy and resolutely urban.
Elevated gastronomy and art de vivre
The dining and mixology offering plays a central role in the overall experience offered by the hotel. By combining a convivial restaurant on the ground floor and a high-perched panoramic terrace, the establishment intends to become a destination of choice for local and international clientele. The spaces have been designed to offer complementary atmospheres throughout the day, from breakfast to lively evenings above the city lights.
A lifestyle experience anchored in the New York buzz
The guest experience is designed to celebrate the creative energy of New York. The gastronomic offer is structured around the Hudson Local restaurant, located on the ground floor, and Hudson VU, the rooftop bar which stands out as one of the most sought-after viewpoints for contemplating the sunset over the Hudson River. The establishment also offers an equipped fitness centre as well as nearly 560 square metres of modular spaces dedicated to business meetings and private events. Official visuals of the establishment are directly accessible.
The Hudson Local restaurant highlights locally inspired cuisine focused on fresh regional products, served in a warm and modern atmosphere. At the top of the building, the Hudson VU rooftop bar offers an unobstructed panorama of the Manhattan skyscrapers and the course of the Hudson River. This popular open-air space allows for the enjoyment of creative cocktails and refined culinary assortments in an elegant setting suspended above the urban bustle.
A strategic positioning in the luxury boutique hotel market
The integration of Ink 48 into the MGallery Collection network testifies to the evolving expectations of high-end travellers. Guests now seek independent establishments with character, capable of offering a singular story and personalised design, while benefiting from the service guarantees and advantages of a major hotel group. The alliance between the asset owners and the international operator allows for the optimisation of the hotel’s performance while strengthening its anchoring in the New York hotel landscape.
The hotel’s meeting spaces, spread over approximately 560 square metres, perfectly meet the needs of companies, business seminars and private receptions. Modular and bathed in light, these lounges are equipped with the latest technologies while retaining the industrial chic style that characterises the entire building. The presence of a modern fitness centre completes this global offer dedicated to the well-being and comfort of residents.
An ambition for growth in the North American market
The brand’s development in the United States relies on a rigorous selection of iconic addresses located in major economic and cultural metropolises. By strengthening its presence in this priority territory, the group consolidates its global network and offers its loyalty members an expanded range of exceptional destinations on the American continent.
A global growth ambition for Accor
For the Accor group and the asset owners, Capstone Equities and Leyad, this alliance marks the beginning of an ambitious chapter intended to position Ink 48 as the reference for high-end boutique hospitality in New York. This integration follows the successful deployment of Hotel Ändra Seattle within the collection, confirming the growing interest in establishments with strong storytelling. On a global scale, MGallery Collection continues a sustained growth trajectory with more than 125 addresses in operation and a pipeline of around fifty projects under development, including upcoming openings in Mykonos, the Maldives and Dubai.
The continued expansion of this network of unique hotels illustrates the dynamics of the hotel group’s luxury and lifestyle division. By enriching its offer in prestigious seaside destinations like Mykonos and the Maldives, while establishing itself in essential urban hubs like Dubai and New York, the collection confirms its ability to attract investor owners and a demanding international clientele.
Technical specifications of the establishment
- Location: Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, New York, United States
- Capacity: 222 rooms including 17 suites (including a penthouse suite)
- Dining: Hudson Local (restaurant) and Hudson VU (rooftop bar)
- Event spaces: 560 m² of meeting spaces
- Strategic partners: Capstone Equities, Leyad and Rebel Hotel Company
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