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| City Breaks We Know You’ll Love |
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| Janu Tokyo | | Tokyo, Japan | | Janu Tokyo is setting a new standard for contemporary luxury in the heart of Japan’s capital. Located in the vibrant new Azabudai Hills development, this sleek and spacious retreat blends sophisticated design with a dynamic, community-minded spirit. Dining here is central to the experience, with eight destinations that invite connection and exploration. Start your day with pastries and fresh brews at Janu Patisserie or settle in for afternoon tea with a view at the Janu Lounge & Garden Terrace. For dinner, the options are impressively diverse: watch handmade pasta take shape at Janu Mercato, sample premium cuts at Janu Grill, or head to Hu Jing for refined Chinese cuisine, including their signature Peking Duck. Sushi lovers will appreciate Iigura’s elegant Edomae-style omakase, while Sumi’s seasonal, charcoal-grilled specialties spotlight the best of Japanese sumibiyaki. End your night at Janu Bar, where renowned mixologist Shuzo Nagumo crafts Tokyo-inspired cocktails that are anything but ordinary. Whether you're mingling or unwinding, it’s a culinary journey worth lingering over. | |
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| Kimpton Theta New York - Times Square | | New York, NY | | Kimpton Theta New York – Times Square is an urban oasis in the heart of the big city, offering guests spacious rooms, thoughtful amenities, and a unique mix of casual and sophisticated dining options. Start your day at Café Otto, where artisanal coffee and freshly baked pastries provide the perfect start to a day out in the Big Apple or fuel for a day of working in the lobby. With a prime location just blocks away from Broadway and Times Square, some of the best shows, restaurants, and sights are just steps away. Be sure to return by 5 pm to catch the daily happy hour, where you can meet and mingle at Bar Sprezzatura while enjoying reduced prices on drinks and light bites. An elegant rooftop bar and restaurant open for lunch, dinner, and libations, Italian-inspired small plates and hand-crafted cocktails are served up right alongside panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. The vibe is chic and inviting—a little slice of Positano that’s perfect for both a relaxing evening and the start of a lively night out in the city that never sleeps. | |
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| Arthouse Hotel New York | | New York, NY | | In the Upper West Side, where worldly refinement emanates from every corner, this inviting hotel celebrates creativity, community, and unique culinary delights. Start your day with a coffee and fresh pastries at kosher artisan bakery Le Lis in the lobby, then savor lunch or dinner at Manhattan staple Serafina, where Northern Italian classics are served with expansive sidewalk views. Also on-site is RedFarm, which serves inventive Chinese dishes in a chic, farm-to-table setting. The Prohibition-inspired Arthouse Bar is the perfect place to cap off the night, offering craft drinks and light bites with live entertainment on select nights. Beyond the hotel, the Upper West Side is home to diverse dining options and cultural offerings—and this place makes you feel like a local. | |
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| Hotel Kabuki | | San Francisco, CA | | There are hotels near San Francisco's Japantown, and then there's the iconic Hotel Kabuki, a true standout in the neighborhood. Sleek, modern rooms feature vibrant Japanese graphic print, and a central Zen garden nods to the hotel’s Asian influence. The hotel is home to the Michelin-starred restaurant, Nari, which puts a unique twist on Thai food while using fresh Californian ingredients. At the heart of the hotel overlooking the Zen garden, the magnificent Bar Kabuki serves up everything from Japanese whiskey, sake, and beers, to low- and non-alcoholic creative cocktails. Enjoy a few rounds with friends, or deepen your appreciation with an immersive Japanese whisky-tasting experience. A breakfast buffet focusing on spotlighting local farms and fresh ingredients rounds out the offerings. Whether you’re coming to explore the city on foot or by fork, a stay at Hotel Kabuki is sure to delight. | |
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| Sixty DC | | Washington DC | | Washington, D.C. is getting the sophisticated stay it deserves with the arrival of Sixty DC. Housed in a reimagined Dupont Circle landmark, this boutique hotel promises a cultured, cosmopolitan experience where style is subtle, not showy, and taste is built into every detail. The rooms and suites pair plush, globally inspired interiors and cloud-soft beds with modern extras like rainfall showers and curated minibars. On the culinary front, Casamara draws from the coastal kitchens of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece—think harissa roast chicken, branzino crudo, and handmade pastas, all served in a chic indoor space and on a rare-for-D.C. rooftop lounge. Downstairs, Reynold’s brings a touch of retro glamour to the cocktail scene, where plush velvet booths and clever drinks like the bubble gum martini meet decadent snacks like foie gras poutine and truffle popcorn. For travelers who crave culture, character, and rooftop views, Sixty DC is the reservation to watch. | |
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