Kimpton Ashbel New York-Park Avenue, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, will debut this winter in Midtown Manhattan as the newest New York City property from Kimpton. Housed in a historic building originally constructed in 1928 during the Beaux-Arts movement as the Doral Park Avenue Hotel, Kimpton Ashbel has been reimagined for today’s traveler while celebrating its storied past.
Situated just steps from Grand Central Terminal and surrounded by tree-lined streets, Gilded Age mansions, and classic architecture, the new luxury lifestyle hotel will bring a renewed sense of timelessness to Park Avenue. The townhouse-inspired design, led by Busta Studio, will layer warm woods, soft palettes, and curated gold accents with playful touches of color.
True to Kimpton’s spirit, refinement never takes itself too seriously. There will be a wink of curiosity and delight around every corner, from eclectic artwork to unexpected details that invite discovery. Furnishings were custom designed for the hotel, blending refined metal accents with organic textures to give each space a distinct sense of character. With every detail created exclusively for Kimpton Ashbel, from commissioned artworks to bespoke furnishings and a striking inlaid mosaic in the foyer, the hotel will offer a one-of-a-kind expression of Manhattan townhouse living reinterpreted for today.
Kimpton Ashbel’s beautifully restored original limestone-clad façade will anchor the hotel in its history. Once inside, the ground floor will unfold as a series of reimagined residential spaces—a foyer, living room, and family room—seamlessly linked by oversized wood portals integrating original architectural columns, steps, and windows.
At the heart of the hotel, Kimpton Ashbel’s living room will include a stone fireplace flanked by built-in seating, a floating open-space banquette and a library. A curated art program from Soho Art Gallery will bring personality, featuring commissioned original mixed-media art pieces. A collection of Assouline and Taschen books will further enrich the space, ensuring the hotel feels both timeless and distinctly Kimpton.
Kimpton Ashbel’s 205 guestrooms and suites, including 14 family-friendly connecting rooms, will balance serenity with sophistication. Interiors will feature jade green accents, plush fabrics, bespoke millwork headboards with integrated lighting, and thoughtfully designed bathrooms. Many rooms in the 17-story building will offer sweeping views of Park Avenue and the Empire State Building.
Complementing the Kimpton Ashbel experience will be Park & Bel, an innovative café concept, designed to become a neighborhood favorite and must-visit for hotel guests. Park & Bel’s menu transitions from artisanal baked goods, seasonal fruit, and hearty sandwiches in the morning to small plates including a robust selection of curated cheeses, thoughtfully prepared cured meats, and delicately spiced nuts during the evening hours.
A curated bar cart program rounds out the offering, bringing a sense of occasion to every pour with premium cocktails, craft beer, and fine wine. True to the Kimpton brand, the hotel will be offering coffee service in the mornings and an afternoon wine hour in the lobby, both complimentary for guests.
“Our vision for Kimpton Ashbel was to create a beautifully curated home in the heart of Manhattan – sophisticated and timeless, inviting and warm,” said Brenda Correa, General Manager of Kimpton Ashbel. “Guests can savor a bite, linger by the fire, or retreat to serene guestrooms overlooking Park Avenue. Every touchpoint was thoughtfully designed to foster comfort, connection and delight.”
Nestled in Midtown among storied landmarks, celebrated attractions and world-class cultural institutions, Kimpton Ashbel will offer guests a distinct New York experience, energized by the city, yet grounded in warmth and ease. The hotel is poised to become a timeless hideaway for travelers and locals alike, while embodying Kimpton’s legacy of thoughtful hospitality, design-forward spaces, and authentic connection to place. Kimpton Ashbel is located minutes away from major attractions such as Grand Central Station, Bryant Park, the Morgan Library & Museum, and neighborhood businesses.
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