# Swanky Luxury Hotels Thompson LES NYC By Bianca | Published 2008-07-31 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swanky-luxury-hotels-thompson-les-nyc References: [curbed](http://curbed.com/archives/2008/07/29/thompson_les_soft_opens_minibars_fully_stocked.php) & [thompsonhotels](http://www.thompsonhotels.com/) After months of anticipation by global hotel snobs, the luxuriously hip [Thompson LES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thompson-central-park) hotel is finally ready to open in New York City. When I think hip hotel, New York City is one of the first cities that comes to mind, so this 18 story urban palace will no doubt be a welcome addition to the Lower East Side. I mean, if you're looking for an upscale, [ultra modern luxury accommodation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-kors-x-montauk-yacht-club), what better place to look than Manhattan? The hip, industrial-style hotel was built by Rawlings Architects PC and the interior design perfected by Jim Walrod. Featured elements include a [rooftop bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starchild-rooftop) and an outdoor pool-side lounge. They also have a hip indoor Andy Warhol pool, which can be seen in the gallery. Not all the rooms are open yet, but those that are start at $299. The Thompson LES is at 190 Allen Street, New York City. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Hotels:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technology and personalized experiences to enhance the luxury hotel experience. - **Hip Urban Accommodation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create trendy, design-forward hotels in urban areas to cater to the preferences of modern travelers. - **Industrial-style Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique hotel designs inspired by industrial aesthetics to attract a niche market seeking unconventional experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize artificial intelligence and automation technologies to streamline hotel operations and enhance guest services. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly design principles into hotel architecture to meet the growing demand for environmentally conscious accommodations. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace innovative materials and technologies to create visually stunning and functional spaces that redefine luxury hotel interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comprehensive Hotel Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-social-hotel.md) - [Iconic SoHo Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mercer-hotel.md) - [Retro-Inspired Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hoxton.md) - [Rooftop Pool Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htel-swexan-x-missoni.md) - [Tennis-Themed Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lalo-clubhouse.md) - [Subterranean Social Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/william-vale-hotel.md) - [Youthful Vintage-Inspired Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standard-international.md) - [Ultra Luxury Hotel Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-kors-x-montauk-yacht-club.md) - [Anti-Luxury Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chopard-1.md)