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Crowne Plaza Opens New Flagship Hotel in the Heart of Manhattan

by Emily Gladu

Sep 7, 2026

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Hotel

A new hotel is on the radar for Midtown Manhattan, marking an important milestone.

 

Crowne Plaza Manhattan Times Square reflects InterContinental Hotels & Resorts’ new flagship Crowne Plaza property in the United States. Located just steps from all NYC has to offer, the property has been reimagined as a 685-room hotel with a modern approach toward property design and city-view guest quarters.

 

Some of the property’s highlights include:

 

Fifty-First Street Social

The hotel’s signature restaurant acts not just as an eatery, but as a social hub for guests. Some menu favorites feature an American breakfast, gastro pub-inspired fare, cocktails, and a 24/7 marketplace with grab-and-go snacks and travel necessities.

 

The Manhattan Level 

Overlooking the city’s skyline from the 18th floor, The Manhattan Level is an elevated retreat

with premium accommodations.

 

Interactive Programming

Guests can participate in Weekly Socials, Daily Rituals and wellness-focused offerings, allowing guests to make the most of their stay.

 

“Every aspect of the traveler experience has been thoughtfully developed to meet the needs of today’s blended traveler, from flexible social spaces, elevated food and beverage offerings, to signature experiences that are truly tailored to what the next generation of guests expect,” said Ginger Taggart, vice president, brand management, Global Premium Brands, IHG Hotels & Resorts.

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