The Whitby Hotel
Two blocks from Central Park, The Whitby Hotel brings Kit Kemp’s unmistakable color, art and individually designed rooms to one of Midtown Manhattan’s most convenient luxury addresses.
The Whitby Hotel occupies West 56th Street just off Fifth Avenue, placing Central Park, Museum of Modern Art and some of Manhattan’s best shopping within a short walk. Despite the central location, the hotel’s scale and interiors feel more residential than corporate.
Kit Kemp’s design is the defining feature. Rooms and suites are individually composed with bold fabrics, bespoke furniture, contemporary art and floor-to-ceiling windows; many upper-floor categories add wide skyline views and private terraces.
Public spaces continue the same collected aesthetic. The Drawing Room and light-filled Orangery offer quiet places to sit, while the screening room, private event rooms and gym give the property more depth than its boutique character initially suggests.
The Whitby Bar & Restaurant is an all-day social hub with a pewter-topped bar, modern European cooking, afternoon tea and regular live music. Its popularity with local diners helps the hotel feel connected to the neighborhood rather than sealed off from it.
The Whitby is best for travelers who find conventional Midtown luxury too restrained. It delivers one of the strongest combinations of location, personality and sophisticated design in the area while remaining easy to use as a base for museums, shopping and Broadway.