Gotham Hotel
New York, New York
Located in Manhattan’s midtown district, between Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue, on a 25x100 ft lot, stands the Gotham Hotel. Originally planned as a residential condo, the 20-story hotel occupies 34,000 sq. ft. and reaches a height of 250 ft. Housing 67 rooms, the hotel features a layout of 4 rooms per floor on the lower levels, transitioning to 2 or 3 rooms per floor on the upper levels. The building’s façade is characterized by two distinct levels: the lower level harmonizes with neighboring structures, reflecting the city streetscape, while the upper level, adorned with balconies on each floor, creates a sense of soaring height. Formerly the site of the renowned “Gotham Bookstore” at 16 E. 46th Street, the hotel pays homage to its literary legacy through its name, the Gotham Hotel.
TYPOLOGY: Transient Hotel
YEAR: 2020
STATUS: Built
The Gotham Hotel at 16 E. 46th Street showcases meticulous architectural design and attention to detail. Its 67 rooms are elegantly distributed across 20 stories, with the lower floors offering spacious layouts of 4 rooms per floor, while the upper floors feature more intimate configurations of 2 or 3 rooms per floor. The building’s façade is a striking blend of contextual design elements: the lower level seamlessly integrates with its historic surroundings, echoing the neighboring cityscape, while the upper levels stand out with their airy balconies, imparting a sense of modern elegance. This thoughtful approach not only respects the site's historical significance as the former Gotham Bookstore but also enhances the skyline with a distinctive presence that captures the essence of contemporary hospitality in Manhattan’s vibrant midtown.
