Hotel Settings Rethought: The Rise of Smart Tech in NYC's Manhattan Hotels

Hotel Settings Rethought: The Rise of Smart Tech in NYC's Manhattan Hotels

The City that Never Sleeps is getting smarter - and I'm not just talking about its Ivy League universities or educated populace. It's the hotels in Manhattan that are hitting high IQ scores with a growing trend of integrating intelligent technologies to enhance guest experiences. And boy, are these tech-trends redefining the art of hospitality!

A Room that 'R-e-a-d-s' Your Mood?

Pause. Now imagine entering a hotel room that alters lighting per your mood, adjusts room temperature to your comfort level, and plays your favorite tunes upon detecting your presence? No, this isn’t a scene from Star Trek; it's a standard service at many of Manhattan's tech-savvy hotels. Yep, now you can pretend you're James Bond, without the risk of breaking into a vault!

Say Hello to Chatbot Concierges

Ever thought you'd have a digital butler? Well, reality can sometimes surpass your wildest dreams. Today's Manhattan hotels feature AI-powered bot concierges that answer your queries, book spa appointments, and even bring room service - faster than you can say 'New York Minute'!

The New Age of Keyless Entries

Forget about getting handcuffed by check-in queues or worrying about losing your hotel room keys; enhance your hotelay with technologies like digital keyless entries. Just download the app, receive your room number, and waltz right through the lobby like you own the place – because, for your stay, you do!

Being Green is being 'in'

Here's something for the eco-warriors: hotels are increasingly leveraging tech to reduce their carbon footprints. Advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (known as HVAC to us experts) are being installed that manage their energy usage smartly. Now that's what we call a smart move, Mother Earth will send you a thank-you note.

References:

  • Williams, Alex. 'How Smart is Your Hotel Room?' The New York Times, April 5, 2018.
  • Power, John. 'The Rise of Chatbot Concierge in Luxury Hotels.' The Robb Report, July 21, 2019.