What The Muse New York does

The Muse New York is a privately held boutique hotel located at 130 West 46th Street in Midtown Manhattan, steps from Broadway, Times Square, and Rockefeller Center. The property offers 20 suites plus additional standard rooms (13 room types total) and operates two on-site destination venues: Little Opus Café & Bar (all-day artisanal café transitioning to cocktail bar by evening, opened August 2025) and The Pocket (a 170-seat jazz club and listening room opened July 2026, co-founded with veterans of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Blue Note, and Union Square Hospitality Group). The hotel has earned AAA Four Diamond designation and is part of the Preferred Hotels network with I Prefer loyalty program participation.

The business generates revenue across five streams: room accommodations, Little Opus dining and bar, The Pocket entertainment (live jazz seven nights a week), valet parking at $70 per 24 hours, and curated packages (Stay Longer & Save up to 25%, Suite Offer 15%, Pampered Pet Package $150/stay, AAA 5%, Breakfast on Broadway, A Toast for Two, Midnight Muse). Distribution is omnichannel: direct booking via the website and call center (212-485-2400) with a Best Rate Guarantee, OTA partnerships with Expedia, Skyscanner, Priceline, and Prestigia, group bookings, and AAA/government discount tiers.

The underlying technology stack is hospitality-grade and operational rather than differentiated: Synxis booking engine, Shiny QR-code digital tipping, QR-code in-room dining ordering, Smart TVs, Technogym fitness equipment with Peloton bikes and Life Fitness treadmills, and a rooftop urban beekeeping program. Marketing uses Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, LiveRamp, Lotame, and Tapad for audience targeting. The website is operated by Milestone Inc., and asset paths reference Highgate Hotels, suggesting third-party management. The hotel maintains WCAG 2.2 Level AA, ADA, and CCPA compliance. The customer base is horizontally segmented across leisure travelers, theater enthusiasts, families, pet owners, AAA members, and government employees, with no single dominant account.

Name

The Muse New York

Legal name

The Muse Hotel New York

Website

https://themusehotel.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Muse New York is a 20-suite boutique hotel in Midtown Manhattan operating two destination venues — Little Opus Café & Bar and the 170-seat Pocket Jazz Club — serving leisure travelers, theater enthusiasts, and group guests through direct booking, OTAs, and curated experience packages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Hotels

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban Luxury Hotels (City Luxury) (THAGACAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Boutique Inns (THAGAHAB)

Keywords

• Boutique hotel
• Midtown manhattan lodging
• Hotel dining venues
• Jazz club entertainment
• Luxury hotel suites

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hotel Room Accommodations: Primary revenue from guest room bookings including standard rooms, suites with various configurations (King, Queen, accessible rooms), and exclusive private balcony rooms. The hotel offers approximately 20 suites with premium bedding, marble bathrooms, and city views.
2. Little Opus Dining & Bar: All-day dining service from 7AM-10PM, dinner service 5PM-10PM, bar service 3PM-Midnight, and in-room dining 7AM-9:30PM. Serves artisanal coffee, seasonal cuisine, cocktails, and private label Muse New York coffee.
3. The Pocket Jazz Club: Entertainment venue revenue from live jazz performances seven nights a week, artisanal plates, and masterful mixology cocktails. Features world-class musicians and elevated dining experience.
4. Valet Parking: Valet parking service at $70 per 24 hours for standard-sized vehicles, providing hassle-free parking in Midtown Manhattan.
5. Special Packages & Promotions: Various promotional packages including Stay More Save More (10-25% discounts), Suite Offers (15% off), Pampered Pet Package ($150 per stay), AAA member discounts (5%), and group bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Muse New York is a boutique hotel located at 130 West 46th Street in Midtown Manhattan, operating approximately 20 luxury suites. The property operates two on-site venues — Little Opus Café & Bar and The Pocket Jazz Club — alongside amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center and concierge services. The hotel holds AAA Four Diamond designation and is part of the Preferred Hotels network.

Product overview

The Muse New York is a boutique luxury hotel offering a portfolio of 13 distinct accommodation types including standard rooms, suites, and balcony rooms (totaling 20 suites with private balconies). The core hospitality experience is enhanced by two signature venues: Little Opus Café & Bar (all-day dining, coworking, and bar service) and The Pocket Jazz Club (170-seat live music venue). Additional offerings include curated packages for extended stays, AAA membership discounts, pet-friendly amenities, valet parking, and 24-hour fitness center. The hotel integrates with Synxis for booking, Shiny for digital tipping, and various analytics platforms. Programming includes monthly jazz residencies, wellness partnerships with Joanna Vargas Spa, and cultural exploration discounts at local attractions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Little Opus: An elevated artisanal café and bar located inside The Muse New York. By day serves as a chic coworking space with expertly brewed coffee and pastries. From 5PM to 10PM serves dinner and cocktails. Features live jazz on the last Tuesday of every month with the L.O.B. Trio.
• The Pocket

Products and services

• Hotel Accommodations (Rooms & Suites) Approximately 20 luxury suites available for overnight stays at the Midtown Manhattan property, marketed to leisure and business travelers seeking an intimate boutique experience.
• Little Opus Café & Bar On-site café and bar venue at the hotel serving food and beverages to hotel guests and outside patrons in Midtown Manhattan.
• The Pocket Jazz Club On-site jazz performance venue co-founded by Grant Gardner and Martin Porter, offering live jazz programming to hotel guests and the public.
• Group Bookings & Private Events Hospitality packages and event hosting for small private gatherings and corporate groups utilizing hotel suites and venue spaces.
• In-Room Dining Food and beverage service delivered to guest suites, operated through the hotel's Little Opus Café & Bar kitchen.

Quantifiable outcome

• AAA Four Diamond designation achieved
• +1 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The New York TimesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 September 2025Press coverage in The New York Times 'Off The Menu' column featuring Little Opus café and bar opening.
• Eater NYCminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 September 2025Restaurant opening coverage in Eater NYC's 'The NYC Restaurant Openings You Should Know About This September' feature.
• Summit ObservatorycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMuse New York guests receive 20% off general admission to SUMMIT One Vanderbilt when booking through the hotel's concierge team. Partnership provides exclusive experience access for hotel guests seeking premium NYC attractions.
• Joanna Vargas SpacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGuests receive 20% discount on spa treatments at the famous 5th Avenue Joanna Vargas location. Hotel provides information and booking assistance at concierge desk. Partnership supports wellness programming for hotel guests.
• Rise NYminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMuse guests receive 15% discount on admission to RISE NY attraction featuring 4D ride and immersive galleries. Concierge provides details and booking assistance.
• Museum of BroadwayminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCultural exploration partnership offering exclusive discounts at Museum of Broadway. Hotel guests explore city's theatrical history and artistic treasures with partner discounts.
• Fotografiska MuseumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCultural partnership providing exclusive discounts for hotel guests at Fotografiska Museum. Part of cultural exploration programming at the hotel.
• ForbesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerForbes featured Little Opus cocktails inspired by 'Bridgerton' in '6 Gorgeous Cocktails Inspired By Bridgerton' article.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• The New York EDITION: Boutique luxury property in Midtown Manhattan with curated F&B and design-forward programming. Comparable on boutique luxury tier, Manhattan location, and integrated dining/entertainment positioning.
• 1 Hotel Central Park: Luxury boutique with sustainability-led brand identity and integrated F&B in Midtown Manhattan. Comparable on luxury boutique scale, sustainable differentiation, and programming-forward guest experience.
• PUBLIC Hotel: Ian Schrager's boutique hotel with multiple integrated bars, restaurants, and event programming. Comparable on boutique positioning, integrated entertainment/F&B strategy, and lifestyle-led design.
• The Chatwal, New York: Luxury boutique hotel in Midtown Manhattan with a small key count and high-end positioning. Closest comparable in tier, location profile, and full-service boutique operating model.
• Ace Hotel New York: Boutique hotel in Midtown/NoMad with strong design identity, integrated lobby café/bar, and live-event programming. Comparable on boutique positioning and on-site entertainment/dining concept.
• The Knickerbocker Hotel: Times Square-adjacent luxury boutique with a small footprint, premium ADR, and integrated bar/dining concepts. Directly comparable on location adjacency, scale, and lifestyle positioning.
• Baccarat Hotel New York: Midtown Manhattan luxury hotel with a strong brand identity and integrated F&B/bar programming. Comparable in luxury positioning, Midtown footprint, and emphasis on design-led guest experience.

Broad incumbents

• Park Hyatt New York: Luxury full-service hotel near Carnegie Hall/Midtown with extensive amenities and global Hyatt loyalty reach. Comparable on luxury tier and Midtown catchment, but materially larger in scale and backed by a global brand.
• Andaz 5th Avenue: Hyatt's boutique-style luxury property on 5th Avenue near Midtown with curated guest programming. Comparable on boutique-style positioning and Manhattan location, but benefits from Hyatt's global loyalty and brand infrastructure.
• Lotte New York Palace: Iconic Midtown Manhattan luxury hotel with multiple F&B venues and large group/event business. Comparable in luxury tier and Midtown location, but operates at a much larger scale with broader amenity set.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/musehotelnyc
• Instagraminstagram.com/musehotelnyc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-muse-new-york

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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