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Minor Hotels has announced the launch of its The Wolseley Hotels brand, opening in New York City in early 2027.
The Wolseley Hotel New York, near Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan, will become the brand’s flagship destination.
The launch also brings The Wolseley restaurant and bar, a mainstay in London’s fine dining scene, across the pond for the first time.
Located at 130 West 44th Street, the property was designed by the distinguished architectural firm McKim, Mead and White. Originally constructed in 1905 as the clubhouse for The Lambs Club, a historic club and restaurant for actors, producers, and playwrights, the site is closely associated with the city’s theatrical traditions.
The hotel will feature 76 rooms and suites, characterised by “refined interiors, thoughtfully considered layouts, and bespoke craftsmanship” designed to suit The Wolseley’s luxury brand identity.
The address will also be home to The Wolseley New York, the restaurant brand’s first United States location and the culinary flagship for North America.
The restaurant will emulate the European grand café tradition it has established in London’s Picadilly, with all-day dining, signature cocktails and a “vibrant yet refined” atmosphere.
The hotel will additionally include a speakeasy bar in the cellar, as well as wellness and wellbeing facilities.
Minor Hotels has said it is eyeing further expansion in cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East.
Dillip Rajakarier, group CEO of Minor International, parent company of Minor Hotels, said: “The launch of The Wolseley Hotels marks an exciting new chapter for Minor Hotels. Inspired by the enduring success of The Wolseley in London, our vision is to create hotels anchored in culinary excellence, architectural character, and a genuine sense of occasion. The Wolseley Hotel New York establishes our first flagship and sets the standard for the brand’s global expansion.”
Aviv Laurence, CEO of owner BJGH, added: “Introducing The Wolseley restaurant and bar to the United States through our New York flagship is a defining moment. Together with Minor Hotels, we are creating a destination that celebrates heritage, hospitality, and the enduring appeal of classic European luxury.”
