Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, which opened in 2016, occupies the lower half of an 82-story mixed-use skyscraper in New York’s TriBeCa neighbourhood, the top part being home to 157 Four Seasons Private Residences. Close to the Wall Street Financial District, the property lies just a block from the World Trade Center and minutes from Soho, the Meatpacking District and Battery Park. It is also near to Greenwich Village, the High Line, the Whitney Museum and the waterfront with its numerous attractions. With 189 serene guest rooms including 28 suites spread out over 24 floors, this contemporary property was designed by architect Robert A M Stern with chic, urban interiors by Yabu Pushelberg. Suites of course have the best views out over Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava’s Oculus, TriBeCa and the World Travel Center with the largest being The Empire Suite occupying half of the top floor. This 223 square metre space has the feel of an open-planned residential apartment with a spacious living area, dining for up to ten people, an office, media room and library, fully equipped kitchen and a spa-inspired master bath. Contemporary artworks, wooden floors and luxury materials make this one of the most understated yet luxurious of New York’s suites. All the accommodation features the bells and whistles you might expect of a newish luxury property with hotel facilities including a collection of inspiring contemporary artwork located across the property and an entire floor of the property dedicated to health and wellbeing. This space includes a globally inspired spa offering seven treatment rooms, an inviting 23 metre indoor lap pool and a fully equipped fitness centre overlooking the Downtown area for energetic inspiration. As well as mani-pedi facilities, the property also offers innovative IV drip or IM shot therapies to boost energy levels and the immune system, alongside more traditional and rejuvenating facial and body treatments. When it comes to eat, head to Cut by Wolfgang Puck, the legendary chef’s first Manhattan establishment with an enticing menu created from local suppliers, fishermen and farmers, served with Puck’s inimitable verve and style. Cycle off any calories gained with one of the hotel’s Biria Bikes with curated cycling itineraries prepared by the hotel’s knowledgeable concierge team.