General Information
Jumeirah Essex House is rich in history and architectural integrity; welcoming its first guests in October 1931. The hotel is part of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America; a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It boasts the finest amenities, from newly-refurbished guest rooms to outstanding leisure facilities.
Rooms & Accommodation
509 luxurious non-smoking guest rooms and suites, some feature breathtaking views of Central Park and Manhattan. Rooms are perfectly designed with your comfort as a top priority. Acommodations feature:
- Elegant Art Deco surroundings
- High-speed internet access
- Premium-channel cable television
- Make-up/shaving mirror & hairdryer
- Minibar
- Laptop compatible safe
- Notably quiet rooms
Activities
- The hotel spa offers a full range of decadent services. The Spa, designed to provide a serene and tranquil ambience, features Sodashi®, an Australian brand known for its 100% natural skin care and spa therapy products. Unwind in separate men’s and women’s relaxation lounges where you can enjoy spa cuisine and make use of WiFi connections. A multi-functional suite with private shower and personal soaking tub, steam room and sauna are also available. A full range of pampering luxuries are offered, including massage therapies, facials, body wraps, scrubs, manicures and pedicures
- Squeeze in a workout any time of day. Recently renovated, the 900 square-foot Health Club boasts brand new state-of-the-art Cybex Fitness Equipment including stair climbers, elliptical machines, treadmills, a rower, an upright bike, a recumbent bike and spin bikes, all equipped with 13” LCD televisions. A full line of strength equipment, a fitness specialist and personal training sessions are also available
- Walking Tours of Central Park
- Jogging path
- Complimentary guest bicycles (seasonal)
- Curated Lobby Art Program, private art tours available
What to do
As a guest at Jumeirah Essex House, you’ll find Central Park is literally in its front yard, featuring carriage rides, horse riding trails, and breathtaking scenery. The bright lights of Broadway beckon just blocks away, offering world-class performances for the whole family. Enjoy a myriad of famed New York City attractions, located just moments away, including:
- Central Park (1 block)
- Carnegie Hall (1 block)
- Shops at Columbus Circle (2 blocks)
- Lincoln Center (5 blocks)
- Radio City Music Hall (8 blocks)
- Broadway (7 blocks)
- Times Square (15 blocks)
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (1 mile)
- Madison Square Garden (1 mile)
- Greenwich Village (3 miles)
- Wall Street (5 miles)
Dining
- South Gate restaurant offers seasonally inspired American cuisine, over 1200 wine selections, and vibrant design overlooking Central Park
- The newly-redesigned lobby now features the Lobby Lounge, where you can enjoy a savory selection of culinary delights, including appetizers, entrées and sandwiches, in a setting of ArtDeco style and ambiance