Anime Sub Indo: No. 16 – The Ned NoMad

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A grand view of the historic facade of The Ned NoMad in New York City, showcasing its ornate Beaux-Arts architecture with rounded corners, arched windows, and intricate stone detailing against a clear blue sky.

Welcome to The Ned NoMad

In a city where exclusivity is currency, The Ned NoMad offers what others can't: privileged access to Manhattan's most intriguing members club. Behind its landmark façade, hotel guests step into a world typically reserved for the city's inner circle. This unique dual identity transforms a stay from merely luxurious to truly insider, while the 1903 Johnston Building's feminist legacy lives on through the city's most progressive hotel art program. Step inside, and the city's relentless pulse softens to the quiet chime of glassware and murmured conversations.

Here in NoMad, the neighborhood north of Madison Square Park, uptown sophistication meets downtown edge. Marble floors reflect golden light across spaces that feel more like a private mansion than a hotel. Whether you're checking in as a guest or ascending to the coveted rooftop club as a member, The Ned NoMad offers that rarest of Manhattan treasures: a true sense of belonging in the city that never sleeps.

A bartender in a crisp white shirt presents a chilled martini garnished with olives in a classic stemmed glass, placed on a marble bar counter under moody, dim lighting.

This edition was photographed by M atteo Milan

At a Glance

Location: Manhattan, New York, US
Rooms: 167 rooms and suites
Dining: Cecconi's, Little Ned, Sunday Feast brunch, and members-only club spaces
Wellness: In-room treatments and a design-forward gym
Art: 300+ pieces curated by Kate Bryan
Unique Feature: Private rooftop with Empire State Building views

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A luxurious hotel bed with crisp white linens and a plush headboard, featuring a wooden breakfast tray holding pancakes with caramelized banana, a bowl of fresh fruit, coffee, and juice. A copy of The New York Times lies beside the tray, and a vintage leather armchair is tucked in the corner under warm, ambient lighting.

Room is moody jazz

Membership may unlock the full club experience, but a room key alone opens the door to 167 lavishly outfitted guest quarters. From compact crash pads to stately suites, each blends the architectural grandeur of the building’s past with indulgent comforts of the present.

Caramel leathers, dark wood, and rich fabrics create a sensual and nostalgic atmosphere. Marble bathrooms shimmer in soft lighting, with plush Cowshed amenities hinting at slow, self-indulgent mornings. For more space, the Studio rooms offer generous layouts, city views, and thoughtful touches like writing desks that feel pulled from a 1920s editorial office. Families can connect rooms, ensuring the mood and mystique of The Ned remain uninterrupted, no matter your party.

A vintage-style bathtub filled with bubbles sits near a window with flowing curtains. A black vanity with luxe toiletries and towels is nearby, while a small table holds an open book and crystal perfume atomizer, creating a serene setting.

A detailed look at a breakfast tray with golden pancakes topped with banana and syrup, fresh berries, a dollop of cream, berry compote, maple syrup, and beverages including coffee, juice, and water.

A cozy, warmly lit lounge area with plush green velvet chairs and curved sofas, potted plants, and a well-stocked bar with stools. The atmosphere feels inviting and reminiscent of old New York charm.

Dining is a speakeasy affair

The Ned NoMad's culinary offerings seduce with exclusivity. Cecconi's presents elevated Italian classics in a theatrical ground-floor setting, while Little Ned serves refined American fare amid velvet booths and vintage flair. Sunday brunch here is a ritual of indulgence, with towers of oysters and Bloody Marys alongside live music and a slow afternoon.

Upstairs, Ned’s Club members access an entirely different world. The rooftop, with its cinematic view of the Empire State Building, offers alfresco dining and late-night cocktails. The Dining Room brings a touch of old-world service with roving trolleys, caviar, and crisp linens, while The Atrium hums with live jazz beneath a vaulted glass ceiling. There's a setting for every mood, a symphony of secrecy, style, and spirited company.

Art is a visual revolution

While New York's hotels compete with designer names and star chefs, The Ned NoMad distinguishes itself through revolution on canvas. Its collection of nearly 300 works doesn't just decorate, it reimagines early 20th-century New York through an inclusive lens that challenges how we see the past and present.

Works by celebrated and emerging talents like Marcus Maddox, Rachel Jones, and b. chehayeb punctuate every room and hallway, creating a moving gallery experience. Curated by Kate Bryan, the Global Director of Art for the Soho House Group, it continues The Ned’s female-forward program, a tribute to Caroline A. Johnston, the original building owner whose role in 1903 New York was anything but conventional.

A vintage-style wooden desk beside a window in a hotel room, topped with a large hardcover book titled MORNING, a crystal perfume bottle, and a folded newspaper. In the background, a leather club chair and floor lamp evoke a warm, classic ambiance.

A close-up of a classic chrome tub faucet marked with hot and cold knobs, with bubbles rising around it, set against a softly lit window draped with cream curtains.

Wellness is curated

Though The Ned NoMad foregoes a conventional spa, wellness here takes a personalized approach where the concierge arranges in-room treatments using the same luxury Cowshed and Soho Skin products in your bathroom. For those preferring active rejuvenation, the complete gym offers state-of-the-art equipment that honors both body and architectural aesthetics.

Beyond physical wellness, The Ned nourishes the spirit through carefully designed spaces that invite both socializing and solitude. The property recognizes that true luxury includes the freedom to choose your own rhythm in a setting that supports your wellbeing.

A sophisticated private dining room with a round wooden table set for eight, surrounded by leather chairs and bathed in warm natural light from a tall window. A crystal chandelier hangs overhead, adding a touch of glamour.

Sustainability is heritage

At The Ned NoMad, sustainability begins with honoring history. Breathing new life into the Johnston Building preserves architectural heritage and craftsmanship. The thoughtful restoration maintains original features while updating systems for modern efficiency, demonstrating that elegant sustainability resembles intelligent design. Through preserving this landmark, The Ned exemplifies how luxury hospitality can honor the past while creating spaces for daytime coworking and evening entertainment, maximizing utility while minimizing environmental impact.

Secrets & Surprises

The Ned NoMad's next chapter promises to be its most exciting yet. Spring 2025 will welcome "Top Chef" winner and culinary powerhouse Kristen Kish, whose Korean-French fusion has earned critical acclaim. While the concept remains under wraps, her arrival signals The Ned's ambition to not just participate in Manhattan's dining scene, but to define it.

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