Lower Manhattan’s hotel scene has been thriving over the past 12 months, following the opening new bars, restaurants and significantly, a Four Seasons Hotel that’s one of the best New York has ever seen.

The luxury brand’s latest NYC opening, Four Seasons New York Downtown, is setting new benchmarks for the global chain, from the in-room technology, where curtains open and lights come on automatically when you enter the room alongside Bose surround sound systems and 55-inch smart TVs; to the refrigerated private drawer fridge-like bars and antique glassware; the bathrooms, which feature large tubs, oversized basins, TVs in mirrors and walk-in showers as standard in every room; the indoor 23-metre heated pool, which features plush lounges and with views over the Occulus train station at the World Trade Center; the day spa with a well-stocked boutique; and the food, led by a Cut by Wolfgang Puck eatery that’s one of the noted chef’s best dining installations on the planet yet.

While the hardware is top notch, what accentuates the stay here is the service, which is some of the best we’ve seen from Four Seasons globally.

To find out more about the brilliant new property, WAYFARER Editor-In-Chief and Host, James Wilkinson, caught up with General Manager, Thomas Carreras.

To view the interview, click on the image below.

ESSENTIALS: GETTING TO NEW YORK

The best way of getting to New York in comfort and style.

An Air Canada Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

AIR CANADA SIGNATURE SERVICE

Air Canada’s Signature Service is the airline’s new end-to-end premium travel experience featuring the Air Canada Signature Class cabin, formerly known as International Business Class. It is offered exclusively when flying to and from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and South America on board the airline’s mainline Boeing 787, 777 and 767 aircraft as well as the Airbus A330.

Air Canada Signature Service ensures a seamless airport experience with dedicated check-in counters, expedited security clearance, lounge access, exclusive boarding lanes, priority baggage handling and more.

On board, Air Canada Signature Class customers will find Executive Pods, with lumbar support and massage function, which convert to a fully flat bed up to 203.2 cm (6’7″) long. On overnight flights, guests will find quilted mattress pads, plush duvets and pillows, while amenity kits are courtesy of Want Les Essentiels and feature Vitruvi skincare products. When it comes to food, onboard menus have been created by celebrated Canadian chef David Hawksworth, while on the wine front, expect top drops from Canada, South America, Europe and beyond.

Customers will also enjoy Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge access in Vancouver, Toronto and a host of other destinations.

ESSENTIALS: HOTEL DETAILS

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL NEW YORK DOWNTOWN

Address: 27 Barclay Street, New York, NY, 10007
Tel: +1 646-880-1999
Website: www.fourseasons.com/newyorkdowntown
Instagram: @fsnydowntown