The bustling Financial District of New York City, a global hub of commerce and tourism, has a new accommodation gem: the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street. This newly built hotel marks a significant addition to downtown Manhattan, offering both business and leisure travelers a prime location and the trusted quality of the Holiday Inn Express brand, complete with its fresh, modern signage.
IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), a leading name in global hospitality, proudly announced this opening as part of their ongoing commitment to cater to the diverse needs of visitors to the world’s financial capital. The Holiday Inn Express Wall Street is designed to be the “smart choice,” delivering exceptional value without compromising on comfort and convenience, a hallmark of the Holiday Inn Express experience.
Gina LaBarre, Vice President, Brand Delivery, The Americas, IHG, emphasized this value proposition: “Holiday Inn Express hotels are designed to be the smart choice for value-conscious business and leisure travelers. With a significant global presence and continued expansion, including key markets like New York City’s Financial District, the Holiday Inn Express portfolio provides guests with an enhanced-stay experience at a great value.” The Wall Street location proudly displays the brand’s updated signage, signifying its adherence to the high standards set by the billion-dollar Holiday Inn brand relaunch program.
Launched in 2007, this ambitious global initiative aimed to modernize the Holiday Inn image, ensuring consistent quality and contemporary appeal across its vast portfolio. With over 2,500 properties already relaunched and the entire global estate of over 3,300 Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels expected to be completed by the end of 2010, the program focuses on key guest priorities: modern design, efficient and friendly service, and a restful night’s sleep.
Relaunched hotels, like the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street, showcase these improvements through:
- Revitalized Lobby Areas: Upgraded and decluttered lobbies create a welcoming and efficient arrival experience.
- Signature Sensory Elements: A distinctive Holiday Inn Express scent and sound enhance the ambiance, creating a memorable and positive first impression.
- Enhanced Exterior Lighting: New exterior lighting improves visibility and curb appeal.
- Modern Signage: The redesigned logo and signage represent the brand’s contemporary evolution.
- “Stay Real” Service Culture: All Holiday Inn employees undergo comprehensive “Stay Real” training, ensuring consistent, guest-focused service.
The modern exterior of Holiday Inn Express Wall Street in New York City, showcasing the brand’s new signage in the heart of the Financial District.
Strategically positioned at 124-126 Water St., at the corner of Water Street and Wall Street, the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street New York boasts an enviable location. Business travelers will appreciate its proximity to major financial institutions, being just two blocks from the New York Stock Exchange and three blocks from the Federal Reserve Bank. Leisure guests will find themselves within easy reach of iconic attractions like the historic South Street Seaport, the scenic Battery Park, and the ferry terminal to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
This 26-story hotel offers 112 well-appointed guest rooms, designed to create a comfortable and productive environment. Guests can expect thoughtful in-room amenities tailored to the needs of today’s traveler, including complimentary high-speed internet access and entertainment options with 32-inch flat-panel HDTVs. The hotel also provides wireless internet throughout the property, a dedicated business center, a meeting room, a welcoming great room for relaxation and socializing, and a fitness center to maintain wellness routines while traveling.
The Holiday Inn Express Wall Street prioritizes guest comfort with signature amenities. The SimplySmartTM shower experience features a Stay SmartTM Kohler showerhead, a curved shower rod, plush 100-percent cotton terry towels, and a custom line of refreshing cinnamon-scented bath products. The SimplySmartTM bedding collection ensures a restful night’s sleep with crisp, fresh bedding, including a decorative throw, a comfortable medium-weight duvet blanket, and soft 200 thread-count sheets.
Sam Chang, owner of the McSam Hotel Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the new hotel: “We are proud the new Holiday Inn Express Wall Street can showcase the brand’s new sign which represents changes that ensure our guests will experience fantastic service, with a fresh look, and brand new amenities throughout the hotel.”
A comfortable and modern guest room at the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street, featuring signature SimplySmartTM bedding and in-room amenities for a productive stay.
Guests at the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street can also benefit from IHG’s renowned guest loyalty program, Priority Club® Rewards. With over 48 million members, Priority Club Rewards offers a wealth of benefits and redemption options. Membership is free and easily accessible through the Priority Club website, phone, or at any IHG hotel worldwide.
The Holiday Inn Express Wall Street New York is owned and developed by the McSam Hotel Group, a prominent New York City lodging developer, under a licensing agreement with InterContinental Hotels Group. McSam Hotel Group has a strong track record in the city, having opened numerous IHG properties in recent years, and was recognized as IHG’s “Developer of the Year” in 2006, highlighting their commitment to quality and growth within the IHG family of brands.
For travelers seeking a smart, convenient, and comfortable stay in the heart of New York City’s Financial District, the Holiday Inn Express Wall Street offers an ideal solution. Experience the fresh, modern amenities, prime location, and trusted value of Holiday Inn Express for your next visit to Wall Street.
For reservations or further information, call 1-800-HOLIDAY or visit http://www.hiexpress.com/.
