A former seminary located on land that was once a 17th-century apple orchard owned by Clement Clarke Moore (author of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas), The High Line Hotel is a refined luxury option in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood. The property features sixty light-filled guestrooms with hardwood floors and custom furnishings inspired by a collegiate Gothic aesthetic. Each room includes thoughtful comforts such as plush robes and slippers, luxury bedding with down pillows, spacious bathrooms, complimentary WiFi and worldwide phone calls, 46-inch HDTVs, and operable windows offering views of the High Line Park, Parisian-style gardens, or neighboring historic townhouses.
Inside the hotel you’ll find a blend of period details and modern conveniences: rewired 1920s rotary-dial telephones, authentic Oriental carpets, and a curated collection of Edwardian and Victorian antiques. The High Line Hotel provides more than 8,000 square feet of event and meeting space designed to make an impression. The centerpiece is the 3,500-square-foot Refectory, a dramatic Gothic-paneled hall reached by a grand marble staircase. Frequently chosen for weddings, fashion shows, and photo shoots, the Refectory boasts a minstrel’s gallery, a gabled gilt-encrusted roof, and a ceiling that soars four stories high.
The hotel’s combination of historic character and contemporary amenities creates an intimate, elegant atmosphere well suited to both overnight stays and special events. Guests appreciate the attention to period detail without sacrificing modern comfort, making the property a distinctive option for visitors who want to experience Chelsea’s vibrant neighborhood while staying in a setting rich with architectural charm and history.
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