After a long-awaited property-wide renovation, the Sonesta White Plains Downtown has officially unveiled its new look. Designed by the award-winning hotel and hospitality design firm Bill Rooney Studios, the hotel’s reinvention combines modern sophistication with the comforting essence of home, weaving in little nods to Westchester in many of the space’s details. The revamped space invites guests and locals to indulge in luxury and style, with newly designed guest rooms, upgraded event venues, and enhanced dining experiences.
The hotel’s 403 spacious guest rooms and suites are flush with modern fixtures and amenities. Custom hardwood finishes, plush bedding, walk-in showers, and lighted makeup tables help create the optimal restful experience. The walls are splashed with curated art to add that extra layer of at-home feel your stay. Each room is designed to reflect a nature-inspired aesthetic, drawing on the local landscape and the region’s rich history. The city’s name, which stems from the Native American term meaning “white mist resting on the plains,” served as an inspiration for the design and a touchstone to which guests can return. The rooms are created to evoke a sense of calm and discovery, offering a respite within a bustling city.
Beyond the guest rooms, amenities are tucked into every corner of the hotel. Complete with free weights, treadmills, and two Peloton bikes, the gym encourages guests to keep their fitness routines going. The hotel pool is open seven days a week with specified hours indicated for swimming, and the local British Swim School offering programs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. A signature of all Sonesta properties and cruises, the hotel offers a serene digital-free zone complete with books, coloring, and board games for kids and adults alike to have time away from the pulls of technology.
In tandem with the renovations, the hotel also introduces a redefined dining experience with the opening of Whisk, an approachable dining concept that serves breakfast and dinner daily. Perfect for a power breakfast with clients, gathering with friends, or dessert to cap off the evening, Whisk is open for any of your needs.
Slide into the jewel-tone booths under the open chandeliers and indulge in the restaurant’s elevated comfort food. Reach for the silky deviled eggs with bacon and blue crab, the steak frites carefully topped with blue cheese butter, or the barbecue baby back ribs that need little to no effort to fall off the bone. And don’t forget to check out the wallpaper—the flora and fauna printed across the restaurant are all native to White Plains.
For a nightcap (or to just get the night started), the lively and newly designed Mix Cocktail Bar + Kitchen offers a contemporary space for classic cocktails and trendy mocktails. The ribboned emerald paneled bar will call your name with drinks like Tennessee Tweed (Jack Daniels No. 7, black tea, honey, and peach) or the Hibiscus Hound Ball (Tito’s Handmade Vodka, hibiscus, cinnamon, lemon, and club soda). Taking retro cocktail builds and giving them a refreshing twist, Mix brings premium ingredients and high-quality vibes to the forefront of the bar experience.
The transformation also extends to the hotel’s meeting and event venues. With nearly 20,000 square feet of newly designed flexible event space, including 17 meeting venues and the impressive Plaza Ballroom, the hotel provides the perfect setting for everything from corporate events to lavish celebrations, stacked to the hilt with natural light, refreshment stations, and everything needed to craft a successful event.
The Sonesta Work Suite, a newly introduced concept, is designed to provide a fresh, dynamic space for business meetings and collaborations. This experiential meeting area is perfect for professionals seeking an elevated environment for productivity, equipped with modern technology and an inspiring design. For larger gatherings, the Plaza Ballroom offers 5,940 square feet of space and can accommodate up to 800 guests, while the Pleasantville Room provides a more intimate setting for smaller events, featuring a private outdoor heated terrace, firepits, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
If you’re traveling from HPN or even just on a road trip with your pets, the Sonesta White Plains Downtown is also a pet-friendly destination, extending a warm welcome to travelers with pets through the Sonesta PAWS program. Your furry friends are given their own dog bed, treats, and a slew of surprises fit for any pooch.
The renovation is more than just a facelift—it’s a reinvention of what a hotel stay can be and the elevation of the standard overnight stay. The combination of carefully curated design, exceptional dining options, and a broad array of meeting and event spaces sets a new standard for service and comfort in the area, merging concepts of sophistication with repose. With every stay, guests have the joy of creating new connections and memories, offering something different to look forward to with each visit.
Sonesta White Plains Downtown
66 Hale Ave, White Plains
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