Accor Signs Ink 48 as MGallery US Flagship Hotel in Manhattan
Accor will convert Manhattan's 222-room Ink 48 hotel into the flagship US location for its MGallery Collection in 2028 after renovations.
The short answer
Accor has selected the 222-room Ink 48 hotel in Manhattan to serve as the US flagship for its boutique MGallery Collection. The Hell's Kitchen property will remain managed by Rebel Hotel Company during renovations before joining the brand in 2028.
“Ink48 has always stood apart in Manhattan’s hotel landscape, a property with a genuine sense of place and a loyal following. MGallery is the ideal brand to build on that: a collection defined by individuality rather than uniformity, allowing us to elevate the guest experience and the hotel’s positioning while preserving what our guests value most about it.”
The short version
- Accor has signed Manhattan's 222-room Ink 48 as the flagship US location for its boutique MGallery Collection.
- Rebel Hotel Company will manage the property as an independent hotel until its official 2028 brand transition.
- Capstone Equities and Leyad hold ownership of the asset in a joint venture partnership.
Accor has signed Manhattan’s 222-room Ink 48 hotel to join the MGallery Collection as the brand’s United States flagship, Lodging Magazine reported [1]. The Hell’s Kitchen property will undergo an extensive renovation while continuing independent operations under manager Rebel Hotel Company, with its official debut under the MGallery banner scheduled for 2028 [[1], [2]].
What are the terms and timeline of the MGallery signing?
Ink 48 will officially open under the MGallery Collection banner in 2028 following an extensive property-wide renovation program [[1], [2]]. According to Hotel Business, the asset is owned by a joint venture between Capstone Equities and Leyad [2]. Lodging Magazine reported that Rebel Hotel Company will manage the asset during the transition window while the hotel operates independently [1]. This arrangement ensures ongoing business continuity and guest access until the full brand transformation concludes in 2028 [1].
Where is the property situated and what facilities does it feature?
Ink 48 is located in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side, near the Hudson River, Hudson Yards, Times Square, and Broadway [[1], [2]]. The hotel features 222 guestrooms, which include 17 suites and a signature penthouse suite [[1], [2]]. Onsite dining venues include the ground-floor restaurant Hudson Local and the rooftop bar Hudson VU, which offers panoramic views across the Hudson River and the New York skyline [[1], [2]]. The property also houses a fitness center alongside roughly 6,000 square feet of meeting and event venues distributed across multiple spaces [[1], [2]].
| Metric or Feature | Property Specification | Source Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Total Guestrooms | 222 keys (including 17 suites) | Lodging Magazine, Hotel Business [[1], [2]] |
| Meeting & Event Space | Approximately 6,000 square feet | Lodging Magazine, Hotel Business [[1], [2]] |
| Food & Beverage Venues | Hudson Local (restaurant), Hudson VU (rooftop bar) | Lodging Magazine, Hotel Business [[1], [2]] |
| Reflagging Year | 2028 | Lodging Magazine, Hotel Business [[1], [2]] |
| Property Manager | Rebel Hotel Company | Lodging Magazine, Hotel Business [[1], [2]] |
| Ownership Joint Venture | Capstone Equities and Leyad | Hotel Business [2] |
What changes are planned during the renovation program?
The hotel will undergo an overhaul planned to introduce MGallery brand touchpoints while retaining its existing industrial-inspired architecture [[1], [2]]. Lodging Magazine stated that the work aims to elevate guest experiences through upgraded design elements and storytelling components [1]. Andres Ramirez, head of asset management at Capstone Equities, noted that MGallery prioritizes individuality rather than uniformity, allowing the hotel to maintain its distinct sense of place [[1], [2]]. The property will remain open to guests throughout the overhaul [1].
How does this deal advance Accor's footprint in North America?
Ink 48 marks the first MGallery Collection address in New York City [[1], [2]]. Hotel Business reported that the United States already ranks among the top five source markets worldwide for the MGallery brand [2]. Accor previously launched the brand in the country with Hotel Ändra Seattle – MGallery Collection [2]. Maud Bailly, CEO of Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, MGallery and Emblems, stated that the Manhattan flagship will play an important role in building regional awareness as the company broadens its footprint across North America [1].
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This article was written from the following reporting. Follow the links for the original coverage.
- [1]MGallery Signs Ink 48 as US Flagship Hotel in New York— Lodging Magazine
- [2]Accor Brings MGallery to NYC With Ink 48 Hotel— Hotel Business
Frequently asked
+When will Ink 48 reopen as an MGallery hotel?
Ink 48 will officially join the MGallery Collection banner in 2028 after completing an extensive renovation program across its guestrooms and public spaces.
+Who owns and manages Ink 48 during the transition?
The property is owned by a joint venture between Capstone Equities and Leyad. Rebel Hotel Company will manage the hotel while it continues operating independently through the renovation phase.
+Where is Ink 48 located in Manhattan?
The hotel is situated in Hell's Kitchen on Manhattan's West Side, near the Hudson River, Times Square, Hudson Yards, and Broadway.
+What guest amenities are available at the Ink 48 property?
The property includes 222 rooms and suites, the ground-floor restaurant Hudson Local, rooftop bar Hudson VU, a fitness center, and roughly 6,000 square feet of meeting space.
+What other US properties operate under Accor's MGallery brand?
Accor previously introduced the brand to the United States market with Hotel Ändra Seattle – MGallery Collection.
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