This resort company draws celebrities to its wellness havens — now, it’s about to open one of New York City’s most anticipated hotels

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The background story: As Amanpuri the first ever The Aman property, which debuted in 1988 on the island of Phuket, Thailand, the Ed Tuttle-designed retreat — all elegant temple-style pavilions and villas and minimalist luxury — has been recognized as the definition of modern resort architecture. Now the global hospitality company is bringing its brand of sophisticated serenity to the restless heart of Manhattan. The Aman New York, which will begin welcoming guests August 2, occupies a portion of the historic Crown Building on Fifth Avenue, two blocks south of Central Park.

The seat: More than a century old, the building has undergone an ambitious restoration and transformation to house Aman’s 83 suites (and 22 residences). All suites feature large windows, a bathroom with a deep soaking tub and double vanity, and a working fireplace. The elegant decor is inspired by Japan with its organic materials, muted colors, clean lines and signature art: the striking mural in each suite, a large-scale work by contemporary artist Ryoko Adachi, pays homage to “Pine Trees”. (a 16th-century ink-on-paper painting listed among Japan’s national treasures).

The food: The hotel will introduce outposts of the upscale classic restaurant concepts you would find at other Aman properties worldwide: Arva, serving Italian with a seasonal, sustainably sourced twist; and Nama, a sophisticated take on traditional Japanese (including chef’s choice omakase experience). There’s also a wraparound garden terrace and jazz club where you can catch live shows.

The additional amenities: Aman is famous for its holistic wellness retreats — Amangiri, for example, draws the glitterati to the remote Utah desert — and despite the hotel’s urban address, you can expect a similar approach here at the three-story spa. Laze by the 65-foot indoor pool or spend the afternoon in one of the two spa houses (which can be booked for private use if you want absolute seclusion). Each includes double treatment rooms, banya and hammam rooms, and outdoor terraces with hot and cold plunge pools, day beds, and fireplaces.

Nearby attractions: With the hotel’s Midtown address, you could fill an entire trip with just the attractions that are just a short walk away. Beyond Central Park and all of Fifth Avenue’s designer boutiques on your doorstep, you can stroll—in 10 minutes or less—to the Museum of Modern Art, Carnegie Hall, and Rockefeller Center, to name a few.

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