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The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler's 2020 Readers' Choice Award as the "#1 Hotel in New York City"

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Released 13 February 2020

New York, NY – October 6, 2020 – Condé Nast Traveler announced today the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel named #1 Hotel in New York City.

More than 715,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted an incredible number of responses rating their travel experiences across the globe.

“The results of this year’s survey, conducted at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, are a testament to the lasting power of a meaningful travel experience,”

Jesse Ashlock, U.S. Editor of Condé Nast Traveler

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry today. The full list of winners can be found here.

“We are extremely proud and honoured by this incredible achievement bestowed upon The Carlyle from the readers of Condé Nast Traveler,”

Anthony McHale, Managing Director of The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

“The Carlyle has an incredibly devoted clientele, many of whom have been visiting for decades, and we are so appreciative of their loyalty and adoration for both the hotel and our beloved associates. The property is nearing completion of an almost three-year renovation and we are thrilled to share The Carlyle’s reimagination while also celebrating this recognition with our guests and residents, who are truly like family to us,” added McHale.

Situated in the heart of Manhattan’s elegant Upper East Side, The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel has been a whimsical emblem of glamour and luxury since opening in1930. Celebrating its 90th anniversary this November, the hotel is a cherished cultural institution and a haven for both New Yorkers and visitors alike. Home to the celebrated Café Carlyle and the legendary Bemelmans Bar, The Carlyle offers an enchanting experience into an undefinable era of glamour. Due to the COVID-19 situation, The Carlyle remains closed but looks forward to announcing a reopening date soon.

The 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler’s website at www.cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler U.S. and U.K. print editions.

About Condé Nast Traveler

Condé Nast Traveler is the world’s most distinguished travel title providing inspiration and advice for discerning travelers. Authoritative and influential, Condé Nast Traveler is a multi-platform, transatlantic brand. Publishing US and UK print editions under Editor-in-Chief Melinda Stevens, Condé Nast Traveler offers award-winning expertise in luxury travel from around the world. For more, visit www.cntraveler.com. For press inquiries, please contact: awards@condenasttraveler.com

About Rosewood

Rosewood is an ever-evolving global collection of hotels, resorts, and residences, born through the discovery of remarkable places. With 42 one-of-a-kind destinations, each property celebrates the culture and community that shapes it, upholding the ideal of hospitality as mutually revitalizing. Every detail is intricately woven to tell the story of the place, offering unexpected moments of discovery and connection. Rosewood Residences extends this spirit, inspiring a life where belonging and curiosity enrich every day.

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About The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is a New York icon, where hosting and entertaining are elevated to an art. A gathering place of legend, steps from Central Park and the city’s most celebrated museums and galleries, it has shaped the spirit of the Upper East Side for decades. The Art Deco landmark’s 192 rooms, suites and Rosewood Residences are a living canvas of expression. Contemporary styling and golden era glamour are framed by curated fine art and storied murals, creating a signature composition. Here, icons and insiders come together, whether for a renowned martini at Bemelmans Bar, a night of cabaret at Café Carlyle or for classic dishes reimagined at Dowling’s at The Carlyle. Well-being speaks to mind and body, with high-performing treatments at Valmont Spa, expert styling at The Yves Durif Salon and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

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