NEW YORK, New York—The Surrey, a Corinthia Hotel, opened on the Upper East Side. The 16-story building is the inaugural property in North America for Corinthia Hotels. Owned by Reuben Brothers with interiors by Martin Brudnizki of MBDS, The Surrey has been transformed to encompass 70 guestrooms, 30 suites, and 14 private residences. It is home to the first New York outpost of Casa Tua and the Surrey Spa featuring Sisley Paris.
The Surrey offers a lifestyle experience for both international tastemakers and local New Yorkers while reflecting its surroundings. The unveiling of the new hotel is the latest in developments bringing new energy to Madison Avenue. Every detail of the property, from the art collection by local artists to the themed suites inspired by Central Park, has been curated for The Surrey.
“The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel, has tapped leading visionaries in dining, spa, design, and architecture to bring a sense of vibrancy to Manhattan’s Upper East Side,” said Pradeep Raman, managing director, The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel. “We aim to be a cultural mainstay of our neighborhood and add to the dynamic and ever-evolving tapestry of fashion, creativity, and art that surrounds us.”
The Surrey has reinvention as the building approaches its 100th birthday. The hotel’s overall design conjures a residential feel with numerous touches that evoke its location while Corinthia’s approach brings global operations.
“We are incredibly proud to have our first opening in North America be one as meaningful as The Surrey, an address that has been lying in wait for its next chapter,” said Simon Casson, CEO, Corinthia Hotels. “We see this hotel as a love letter to New York and a beacon of the city’s creative spirit. As we embark on global growth, The Surrey is in many ways a new flagship, representative of the warm familial spirit of Corinthia that makes all guests feel perfectly at home.”
Design
Located on East 76th Street, the hotel’s façade has been restored to retain the history of the neighborhood and its architecture; however, steps into the lobby, guests will find an original experience. The London and New York-based design team MBDS has crafted the hotel’s public spaces and guestrooms to honor past influences while looking toward the future. The building is highlighted in a contemporary classic style, with Brudnizki’s layering of textures enhancing art deco accents. Additional renovations have been led by BKSK Architects.
The guestrooms are designed around a selection of color schemes, from soft blue to spring green and terracotta, creating an environment across all accommodations. MBDS used modern design to capture the ambiance of the Upper East Side. The design scheme includes nods to the hotel’s surroundings, which can be felt through the residential layout, art collection, and small touches that complete each room. Throughout the property, there is an emphasis on texture, from the cabinetry to the walls.
The property has four signature theme suites, each inspired by the bridges of Central Park. This collection includes the Bethesda Grandeur Suite, Pine Bank Bridge Suite, Greywacke Heritage Suite, and The Surrey Suite, all featuring design elements that pay homage to their namesakes.
Ranging from 1,200 to 1,300 square feet, the Bethesda Grandeur, Pine Bank Bridge, and Greywacke Heritage Suite are all one-bedroom accommodations, offering living spaces, king-sized beds, and ensuite bathrooms with double wash basins and soaking bathtubs. The two-bedroom Surrey Suite, inspired by Bow Bridge, spans 2,000 square feet. It includes two ensuite bathrooms with double wash basins and soaking bathtubs, as well as two separate walk-in rain showers. All themed suites include desks and Antica Farmacista bathroom amenities.
Casa Tua
Casa Tua, the restaurant group created by Miky Grendene and his wife Leticia Herrera-Grendene, joins The Surrey as its food and beverage partner, bringing the brand to New York for the first time. Designed by architect Michele Bonan, known for his work at Casa Tua’s Miami, Paris, and Aspen locations, the design celebrates Italian craftsmanship. Bonan’s aesthetic blends modern luxuries with influences from his native Florence.
Casa Tua presents a menu that pays homage to the flavors of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. While drawing inspiration from Casa Tua’s established offerings in Miami, Paris, and Aspen, the menu will represent an evolution of Italian and Mediterranean flavors with exclusive dishes for New York guests.
Wellness
A new wellness destination arrives on the Upper East Side: The Surrey Spa featuring Sisley Paris. Corinthia Hotels has partnered with Sisley to offer treatments focused on rejuvenation, anti-aging, and relaxation.
The Surrey Spa incorporates two treatment rooms, a steam room, a sauna, a salt relaxation room, a sensorial shower, an AMP-designed gym, and a Sisley retail shop. The spa connects to a secluded outdoor terrace.
Art Collection
Located just blocks away from museums and artists crediting New York City as their muse, art is central to The Surrey’s design and guest experience. The hotel has partnered with the team at Paris-based VISTO Gallery to curate a collection that embraces the city. Designed to feel like a personal ensemble, the artwork at The Surrey celebrates the hotel’s century-long tenure with pieces created by New York’s artists since the 1920s.
Residences
Developed by Reuben Brothers, The Surrey Residences sit atop the hotel. Spanning the hotel’s 11th to 14th floors, owners have access to all hotel amenities, including The Surrey Spa and Casa Tua’s restaurant and lounge. Residents will also have access to The Surrey’s private roof terrace,. The residences are comprised of two and three-bedroom apartments, including a duplex Penthouse with three terraces.
