The Wall Street Hotel Is A Jewel In Lower Manhattan

13.05.2024 - 01:29 / forbes.com

With its Pearl Street location and its founders’ history as Australia’s largest and oldest pearling company, it’s hard to resist making pearl references about The Wall Street Hotel. But the truth is this still newish boutique hotel in New York City’s Financial District is a delightful discovery, much like finding a pearl in an oyster.

FiDi has never really been known for its hotel options but The Wall Street Hotel just may be the catalyst to change that – especially as the area continues to grow as a place to settle in for the night rather than simply explore for a day.

You immediately feel the warm vibe when you enter the elegant yet welcoming lobby. Although the hotel has a sophisticated aesthetic with lots of mother of pearl detailing and touches of New York glam all around, there’s nothing stuffy or intimidating about it, making it a real find, whether you’re there on business, sightseeing with the family or spending a romantic weekend in the city.

Kids and dogs are not only welcome but are catered to with everything they need for a great stay.

The 180 rooms and suites are beautifully decorated and thoughtfully appointed, with rich textures and soothing colors that make them feel homey and more like cozy bedrooms than hotel rooms. My husband and I stayed in a Corner King, which was light and comfortable. We loved the art deco-ish bar cart/mini bar and the little round table in front of the window, where we enjoyed our complimentary mini cannolis while people watching.

Every room features heated bathroom floors, luxurious Frette bed linens and Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers – all of which really added to our stay. Although I have never in my life used the slippers hotels provide, I actually took these home because they’re so cute.

Because the pearl and oyster theme continues in the rooms, with related artwork hanging over the bed and even in the spacious bathroom, I was actually intrigued enough to want to learn more about the Paspaleys and their history in pearling. Next time, we’ll book a room with a harbor view to fuel our imaginations.

Although The Wall Street Hotel has only been open for two years, its Lounge on Pearl has become a popular all-day gathering spot for both guests and locals and it’s easy to see why. First, it’s impossible not to be drawn in by the room itself, which tempts you in with a small library filled with art books and a selection of newspapers.

The high-ceilinged lounge has huge windows and lots of inviting spots to enjoy a cocktail or coffee, light fare from the hotel’s own La Marchande restaurant or afternoon tea. We opted for afternoon tea, and settled ourselves into two cushy armchairs, where we indulged in three tiers of delicious sandwiches, scones and pastries