Jet Age showpiece
Guests cross tubular red carpeted tubes into a restored terminal of swooping concrete arches, click-clacking split-flap departure boards, and vintage aviation exhibits.
“The hotel was built with a glass curtain wall by Fabbrica that is seven panes and 4.5 inches thick to muffle sounds from nearby runways.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Eero Saarinen's landmark 1962 flight terminal stands fully restored, featuring tubular red walkways and historic aviation exhibits.
Remarkable
Swooping concrete shells, hand-laid penny tiles, authentic Knoll furniture, and twin Solari split-flap departure boards define the spaces.
Notable
A 10,000-square-foot fitness center features Peloton bikes, alongside a year-round rooftop pool overlooking active JFK runways.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, AFAR and Tatler.
The hotel itself is a rhapsody in clean, modern design that subtly winks to the legion efforts behind it.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Positioned on the airport tarmac, the property connects directly to Terminal 5 through flight tubes and links to all other terminals via AirTrain.
The rooms
Seven-pane soundproof glass walls keep active runway noise out, while rooms feature walnut tambour millwork, vintage rotary phones, and terrazzo-tiled bathrooms.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 63-foot rooftop infinity pool looks directly over active runways and heats up to 95 degrees in winter.
The gym
Spanning 10,000 square feet, the fitness center houses a dedicated Peloton spin studio, TRX equipment, and a yoga room.
Dogs stay too.
Bar
Connie Cocktail Lounge
A restored 1958 Lockheed Constellation parked on the tarmac serves drinks amid tufted red banquettes and vintage cockpit controls.
the hotel features retro-style interiors and is furnished with iconic pieces from the period produced by Knoll, such as the Womb chair designed by Saarinen.
At the table
The Sunken Lounge pours classic cocktails beneath the Solari departure board, and The Paris Café occupies the mezzanine above.
How it began
Built for smaller aircraft, the 1962 flight terminal closed in 2001 when jetliner sizes outgrew it, sitting dormant until its hotel conversion.
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Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.