Nothing beats a long day at work better than an evening of fun, and there’s no place better than New York City to do it. The AC Hotel New York Downtown, in the Financial District, is highly reflective of the neighborhood it’s in, where work and relaxation are both highly valued.
The AC Hotel New York Downtown
This is a high-end hotel committed to the comfort and care of its guests without losing sight of their business and technology needs. Modern European flair enhances the decor and ambiance, noted for featuring the works of local artists. The subtle and relaxing design of the guest rooms encourage the stresses of the day to gently recede, helped in no small part by the hotel’s signature scent created by Brooklyn’s Joya fragrance design studio. Get ready for each day with breakfast at the AC Kitchen, where European-influenced pastries, tarts, cheeses, and artisan-cured meats are served.
Eating Well in the Financial District
Cap off a long day at work with dinner at 10 Corso Como, an innovatively designed location where you can dine, shop, and enjoy gallery art. Authentic and seasonal Italian dishes are served under the watchful eye of Chef Jordan Frosolone. Or, visit Little Park, where seasonal and sustainable cuisine feature the best ingredients obtained from the source, whether that’s farmers, fishermen, ranchers, and the like, reflecting the philosophy of Chef and owner Andrew Carmellini. ABC Kitchen is well-known for it’s rooftop garden that supplies the restaurant’s greens and herbs, and diners enjoy the eclectic restaurant design featuring reclaimed, recycled, and repurposed glass, brick, and wood to luxurious and rustic effect.
After Hours Enjoyment
Head back to the hotel for drinks at the AC Lounge or stay out a little later and have some fun. Go for drinks and skating at The Rooftop at Pier 17. Feel like a kid again at New York City’s only outdoor rooftop skating rink with spectacular views of the city skyline, and then warm up with a drink and a snack at Rooftop at Pier 17’s warming hut, the Tank. Or, take in panoramic views from indoors at One World Observatory. Take an elevator to the top of the Western Hemisphere’s tallest building; whether you enjoy sparkling cityscapes or big views of the day or night skies, this is the best way to see NYC from a new POV.
In a city known for demanding the best, it’s nice to know that New York can deliver it, too. From lodging to dining and entertainment, these venues offer something unique and refreshing in their simplicity and sophistication, a perfect complement to visitors who expect New York to work as hard and play as hard as they do.
