BROOKLYN, N.Y.
Real Hospitality Group (RHG) revealed more details about The Brooklyn A Hotel, set to debut August 2015.
The 34-key boutique property, situated on a bustling stretch between Crown Heights and Bedford-Stuyvesant, will begin accepting reservations for its 100-person meeting and event space this fall.
"We are honored to celebrate the unique energy and artistry of Brooklyn," says Melinda Park, General Manager. "The world looks to Brooklyn for creativity, culture and cutting-edge trends. It's an exciting time to be here."
The Brooklyn A Hotel is inspired by the borough it's in, blending textures, colors and artwork that celebrates Brooklyn and aims to create a sense of place for guests. Espacios Design Studio, an independent firm located in nearby Long Island City, imbued the industrial space on Atlantic Avenue with an elegant yet edgy aesthetic. Ceilings are nine to 15 feet tall, and complemented by exposed brick walls. The lobby has cobblestone floors, original wood columns and designer Gabriel Scott's Kelly chandelier, a statement piece composed of asymmetrical metallic blades and glittering silver chains.
The lobby's coffee service will brew La Colombe beans. Those seeking headier libations can head to the lobby bar, outfitted in Colombian walnut wood with green sustainable velvet-like upholstered furniture, a communal table made from black basalt stone and porcelain hexagonal tiles by Settecento adorning the walls.
The 34 guest rooms and suites range in size from 160 to 420 square feet. They have complimentary Wi-Fi, Nespresso machines, LG flat screen Smart televisions, and fluffy, Simmons Euro-top beds with 300-thread-count linens. The oversized bathrooms have white Porcelanosa tiles and gray recycled porcelain tiles from Piemmegres, rain showers and L'Occitane bath amenities. Bathrooms are also outfitted with custom-made one-piece Corian® countertops with integrated sinks, and custom accent tiles from Brooklyn's Lazer Marble.
To celebrate the hotel's location throughout the accommodations, Espacios Design Studio commissioned photographs of the borough from Brooklyn-based printer Brian Merlis. The images span historic shots of the Brooklyn Bridge as well as contemporary streetscapes and landmarks.
The Brooklyn A Hotel will also have a restaurant serving seasonal, American fare, plus an elegant rooftop bar. Both are scheduled to open in early 2016. Other offerings will include an onsite market and fitness center.
The hotel's location includes easy access to the Barclays Center, Prospect Park, and the vibrant cafes, bars, restaurants and galleries in Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights. It is also within walking distance to the New York City MTA Subway's A express train and the Long Island Railroad.
