Classic NY hotel reopens

The newly renovated InterContinental New York Barclay reopens.
The property made its grand debut to New York society in 1926 as one of the original “railroad” hotels and for generations served as one of New York’s most preferred addresses.
The Barclay is celebrating its return following a US$180 million, 20-month top-to-bottom renovation with more than 420,000-square-feet of redesigned interiors.
Jason Moskal, vice president, lifestyle brands, The Americas, IHG said: “As one of the iconic heritage properties for the InterContinental brand, The Barclay represents a rich history of luxury travel in New York City.
General Manager Hervé Houdré said: “The InterContinental New York Barclay has been a Manhattan feature for more than 90 years. The hotel’s introduction to the city’s skyline coincided with the debut of famous landmarks, such as the Chrysler Building, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman.
“While the rejuvenation of the Barclay inspires us to look back and reflect on the hotel’s storied past, it also allows the hotel to open a new chapter, welcoming a new generation of globally minded guests who are looking for a residential-style New York escape.”