With science and style, Equinox Hotels puts your recovery first.
New York is considered the “city that never sleeps." In theory, this sounds like a perpetual adventure, but those sleepless nights can eventually lead to a multitude of health issues.
According to a study from the National Library of Medicine, lack of sleep can result in increased stress and mood disorders. And even when one does have the opportunity to unwind–perhaps a luxury steam room–or even go for a staycation for a night in a new hotel–there are typically idiosyncrasies that don’t allow for full relaxation: noise, light, etc.
Though, a sleep-minded sanctuary does exist: Equinox Hotels. The space is situated in the picturesque Hudson Yards and a hop, skip, and a jump away to the West Side Highway. The top rated luxury hotel in NYC is packed with technology, and an aesthetic to ensure that regeneration is easier. It’s the quintessential hub for deep, uninterrupted sleep; the perfect remedy for jet lag and compounded stress. Equinox Hotels is so obsessed with mastering the art of a good night's sleep it recently debuted a new science-backed program, The Art+Science of Sleep by Equinox Hotels, a 360-approach to sleep that brings together powerful science and regeneration elements ensuring you leaved restored.
To ensure deep sleep, Equinox Hotels has a laser focus on lighting and noise suppression. These seemingly little factors, like exposure to artificial light (turning the lights on in the middle of the night, checking one’s phone) and noise (cars, passerby), can eventually lead to a range of issues like difficulty concentrating and insulin resistance. One stellar feature to combat sleeplessness are the Equinox Hotel blackout curtains. The cityscape is well lit–and as beautiful as it is–it is shimmering with artificial lights at all times of night. In the case of Equinox Hotels, none of that light will penetrate the room.
The room is also Kevlar-strong soundproofed. There are no stray honks or yells from passersby, and not a sound from other guests in the hallways or next door. Fun fact: guest rooms are also soundproof, meaning you won’t hear any early-morning or late-night chatter from your partner or friend in the next room. Another REM-ensuring bonus is that the mattresses are akin to gently floating on a cloud, which isn’t too far from the truth thanks to how they are crafted: There are wooden slats for air efficiency and the mattress materials include horsehair and coconut fibers to support the body’s natural shape.
For those staying an extended period of time, there is another dose of slumber courtesy of Equinox’s The Spa, which offers the Spa Wave Table, a laser-focused treatment that offers an effect of three hours of sleep packed into 30 minutes. The process includes two cryotherapy treatments tailored to reduce cortisol levels, a stress hormone, while also increasing oxygen and blood flow. To finish off the treatment, there are hot and cold plunges. Additionally, there are IV drips tailored for the AM (more clarity) and PM (relaxation).
Once you get that sleep in, there is an endless list of activities and opportunities to further a well-deserved rejuvenation journey. The rooms are equipped with accessories like a yoga mat and stretch bands with movement guidance on the TV. There is also access to the Equinox Hudson Yards Club for a morning workout class or personal training session. Or if you fancy, a swim–in the indoor or outdoor heated pool on the roof. You can also experience Apres Equinox in the winter months, featuring barrel saunas on the roof terrace. One barrel sauna heats up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit and the other heats up to a toasty 160 - 170 degrees Fahrenheit.
Finally, there are a range of healthy eating options, which are fantastic accouterments to complement a stellar night of rest. On the 24th floor of Equinox Hotels is the Electric Lemon restauraunt, which prides itself in sourcing ingredients from farmers in the mid-Atlantic. And for that AM or midday bite, perhaps before enjoying a day at The Spa or Yoga on the Edge, there are nutrient-packed bowls from Broken Coconut which is conveniently located in the club. You’ll feel so stellar after, you’ll want to book another night–or maybe two.
Experience It: The Art + Science of Sleep by Equinox Hotels
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