L'Hotel, one of hotelier Jason Pomeranc's—and Oscar Wilde's—favorite Paris properties
We all like to know where top chefs eat when they're not slaving over their own stoves, and the same goes for hot hoteliers.
So where would Jason Pomeranc, LA-NYer and co-founder of Thompson Hotels, stay in New York if he didn't have his own apartment and 60 Thompson, Thompson LES and 6 Columbus (among others) to lay his head? The Lowell.
Here's where he checks in around the world.
Paris "I'm a little obsessed with Oscar Wilde, which is probably why I like L'Hotel, where he lived. Hotel Costes was a precursor for boutique hotels and is still super trendy and very special, too—it has a real sensuality."
London "I try a different hotel every time I go to London—the city is a big inspiration for the brand. The last time I was there I stayed at No. 11 in a residential part of Chelsea, away from the hustle and bustle of the center. It's an intimate place—each room is different—with real personality."
Miami "I'm predicting that our Riviera is going to have another big comeback. I like the new W—it's set up to enjoy the energy of South Beach but it's grown up, and it has a fantastic art collection."
Chicago "For me, Chicago is the quintessential American city and a great place to get an insight into American culture. It has it all: fabulous art and historic architecture, excellent restaurants that don't go in and out of fashion, and the people are super-friendly and super-nice. Before our hotel, the Sax, opened, I stayed at the Peninsula—it's beautiful and the service is spot on."
Tel Aviv "The Montefiore is a contemporary hotel in an old building, which seems appropriate considering the clash of Middle Eastern and Western cultures in Israel. And it has a great restaurant."
I too tend to favor Thompson Hotels when I travel. I visit NYC fairly often and find booking 6 Columbus on http://www.quikbook.com/ offers consistent value.