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Powered By TripAdvisorNautically Inspired Boutique Hotel in Chelsea
Powered By TripAdvisorFormerly home to the National Maritime Union, The Maritime Hotel pays homage to its nautical past with an instantly recognizable façade of round portholes in place of standard windows. Within walking distance of the Meatpacking District’s lively nightlife, this imaginative hotel offers rooms that are cozy, quiet, and never kitschy. Sink into a buttery leather club chair in the wood-paneled lobby alongside a roaring fireplace with a book from the large library. Retreat to one of the 126 guestrooms and look out over the Hudson River through your large porthole window.
- Explore the vibrant neighborhood or take a tour of the High Line on a complimentary bicycle
- Check in to one of the 126 guestrooms, each offers an extra-long work desk, artisanal minibar, and a complimentary daily newspaper
- Dine at CATCH STEAK, featuring a curated collection of the world's best cuts and globally influenced dishes
- Sip a grapefruit vodka Ruby Red Dragon cocktail in subterranean TAO Downtown
- Step onto the subway nearby to easily access all of New York City’s attractions
Feel like you are in the pulsing heart of Manhattan without ever leaving the comfort of The Maritime Hotel. You will be in the middle of some of the city’s best shopping and art, but if you prefer more culinary indulgences, stroll up to Chelsea Market, where you can gather essentials for a picnic to share while watching the sunset over the Hudson from the High Line. The hotel’s nautical theme has substance as well as style, creating a unique boutique ambiance that makes a truly memorable experience.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
The 126 cabin-inspired guestrooms, ranging from Superior Rooms to the Rooftop Penthouse, include five-foot porthole windows overlooking the Hudson River, teak-paneled walls, and a color scheme of blue and white. Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in a custom bed dressed with Mascioni sheets. Relax on a plush couch sipping a soda from the artisanal minibar and freshen up in the rain shower with toiletries by C.O. Bigelow.
Staff are ever-willing to help, from advising the best routes to take on your complimentary bicycles to giving you the insider scoop on the best Chelsea bars and nearby nightclubs. Airy outdoor spaces provide striking views of the iconic Manhattan skyline — wonderful for sitting outside during warmer weather.
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The Maritime Hotel has two outstanding restaurants, both perfectly contrast and complement one another, and both offer room service if you want to dine in the comfort of your guestroom.
CATCH STEAK – Adjacent to the Maritime Hotel, CATCH STEAK combines the authority of a classic steakhouse with the lighter, brighter style and energetic vibe of a Catch Hospitality Group property. The menu features a curated collection of the world's best cuts and globally influenced dishes for a more approachable 2020 steakhouse experience with fun, shareable, streaming-style service and something-for-everyone appeal.
TAO Downtown – Beneath the hotel, TAO Downtown is dark and sleek, with polished wood, low lighting, Chinese calligraphy, and a 40 ft staircase. The Quan Yin Buddha statue, with its 24 out-stretched hands, gracefully presides over guests. Sip a mango chili martini at the bar before exploring the pan-Asian menu, from crispy bao buns, salmon tartare, and crispy vegetable tempura to banana leaf black bass, Wagyu rib-eye teppanyaki, and tuna sashimi.
Activities at The Maritime Hotel
Relax with a cocktail next to the fireplace in the lobby during cooler months or the beautiful terrace in the warmer months. Work out in the 24-hour gym, or take one of the complimentary bicycles and explore Chelsea. In the evening, party with celebrities and VIPs at the local hot spot TAO Downtown Nightclub.
Chelsea Market is just across the street from the former Nabisco factory. This industrial space, where Oreos, Fig Newtons, Ritz Crackers, and Mallowmars were once created, is now a foodie paradise. Try the al pastor at Los Tacos No. 1, indulge in lobster on a buttery roll at Cull & Pistol or steamed whole and served simply with butter and lemon at Lobster Place. Taste rich Korean-style ramen at Mokbar and treat your sweet tooth to a PB&J donut at Doughnuttery. Then, walk off the calories with a unique perspective on Manhattan on the High Line, or a stroll through the Whitney Museum.
Location
The Maritime Hotel is on 9th Avenue, where Chelsea and the Meatpacking District meet. It takes five minutes to reach the shops and nightlife of the West Village, while the rest of Manhattan is easily reached via the subway or taxi.
Address
363 W 16th, New York, NY, United States
Transportation
- Airport
- John F. Kennedy International Airport is 17 mi / 27 km from the hotel.
- LaGuardia Airport is 10 mi / 16 km away.
- Newark Liberty International Airport is 17 mi / 27 km away.
- Subway
- The 14th Street/8th Avenue A/E/L subway entrance is 0.1 mi / 0.2 km away.
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10/10 would recommend
Wed Aug 20 2025 16:49:19 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by stuartcS4652FW
Lovely hotel with unique decor and fascinating history. Great location, across from Chelsea Market and a block from the subway. Excellent staff.
Summer in the City
Tue Aug 19 2025 07:38:51 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 0405Laura
Great hotel! Welcoming lobby. Friendly and helpful staff. Very nice breakfast buffet. Quiet, nicely decorated rooms.
Unique room, Great location, and perfect for those that workout a lot in the room
Mon Aug 18 2025 22:35:15 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Quest808601
Great location, it's right next to Chelsea market. Staff are very friendly and curteous. The room is quite small for this price, but the round window glass which is not something you normally would find in other hotel. The restroom is also quite small for a 250Lb traveler. My biggest complaint is the room is cold. The thermostat in my room is not working, even when I switch to OFF, cold air still pour out of the vent. I just cannot shut off the airconditioning. I have to dress up with jacket to keep warm, and it was August 2025.
A Gem in Midtown
Mon Aug 18 2025 10:34:37 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by elliotjkrane
A gem of a hotel well located walking distance to mid-town 5th Avenue, the Whitney, the High Line, the West Village and Meatpacking Districts where restaurants and shopping abounds. It’s not fancy or elegant, the rooms aren’t large, it ain’t The Ritz, but it’s spotlessly clean, very comfortable and quiet and super friendly.
This hotel is a ship cabin gem.
Mon Aug 18 2025 08:55:17 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Rob06525
This hotel is a gem. The room, while small, feels like a ship cabin. They include a table and two comfortable chairs in the small space next to the porthole window, affording a wonderful view of New York City towards the Hudson. Bathroom is also small but well designed, The gray marble sink counter matches the gray marble surround over the tub/shower. I assume that by requesting a superior room, we got a high floor, which I would recommend as the view is quite nice . Breakfast was great and most people eat in the lobby, but with the table and chair in the room, you could bring something up if you wanted to.
