Sonesta White Plains Downtown Unveils Complete Transformation

Centrally Located Westchester Hotel Debuts a Renewed Dynamic Experience for Travelers, Offering Seamless Access to NYC and the Hudson Valley

WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK (December 10, 2024) – Today, Sonesta White Plains Downtown unveils the completion of its highly anticipated property-wide renovation. Designed by the award-winning hotel and hospitality design firm Bill Rooney Studios, the hotel’s reimagination strikes a balance between sophistication and comfort across its 403 spacious renovated guest rooms and suites, nearly 20,000 square feet of transformed flexible meeting and event space, thoughtfully designed social spaces, brand-new Sonesta Work Suite as well as a welcoming new restaurant and lively lobby bar.

“Our extensive renovation has reimagined every aspect of the guest experience, from the sophisticated new lobby and the meticulously appointed guest rooms to newly introduced dining experiences,” said Monika Henry, General Manager, Sonesta White Plains Downtown. “This transformation represents not only an investment in the hotel, but also in our city’s vibrant hospitality scene, and we look forward to welcoming returning guests, new visitors and local residents to experience the elevated standard of service and comfort in the heart of downtown White Plains.”

An Ideal Location

Located in the heart of historic White Plains, New York, Sonesta White Plains Downtown is ideally situated steps from iconic cultural landmarks, enticing shops – including Bloomingdale’s and a wide variety of premium retail stores at The Westchester Mall – and vibrant nightlife. New York City is a 30-minute train ride away, allowing guests to conveniently explore both the beauty of the Hudson River Valley and the Big Apple. Only seven miles from Westchester County Airport, Sonesta White Plains Downtown welcomes business and leisure travelers alike and extends a special welcome to pets through Sonesta’s PAWS (Pets Are Welcome At Sonesta) program. 

A Renewed Sense of Arrival + Spacious Accommodations

The hotel’s refreshed lobby reflects energetic design and a warm atmosphere. Deep jewel tones of burgundy, gold, blue and green, combined with rich woods, create a space that is eclectic yet welcoming for guests.

Each guest room and suites is residential in scale and offers a restful, nature-inspired aesthetic that strikes a seamless balance between sophistication and relaxed comfort. The design is inspired by the naming origin of White Plains, the Native American term meaning “white mist resting on the plains” and the design explores the interpretation of “unveiling” or discoverable moments and amenities.

Dining Experiences

• Whisk – The hotel’s new restaurant serves breakfast and dinner daily, appealing to hotel guests and locals alike. It is the city’s ideal setting for power breakfasts, for executives to meet anddiscuss business over a meal and for locals to catch up with friends or visitors.
• Mix Cocktail Bar + Kitchen – Providing a modern setting for classic cocktails and trendy mocktails, the bar features thoughtfully crafted creations by expert mixologists. Drinks such as Negronis, Sidecars and Martinis are staples that can be paired with the bar’s menu of small bites and enjoyed in front of the warm, cozy fireplace or at the energetic bar.
• Lobby Café – For those looking for a quick dining option, the hotel’s lobby café serves hot beverages of choice and easily accessible breakfast items.

Meetings & Events / Celebrations / Business Travel

The hotel’s meeting and event spaces include 17 standalone meeting venues, comfortable common areas with new modern décor and a brand-new Sonesta Work Suite: a new experiential, multi-zone meeting space concept that offers innovative meeting room design and services intended to enhance collaboration. The Work Suite is available for hourly rentals by guests. Clients have access to audiovisual equipment and services as well as a dedicated convention services and catering team during their stay.

The largest venue is the Plaza Ballroom at 5,940 square feet, which can accommodate up to 800 guests, followed by the Pleasantville Room, which is 1,452 square feet appropriate for up to 90 guests and features a private outdoor heated terrace.

For more information, visit Sonesta White Plains Downtown’s website and join the Travel Pass program for the best nightly rates, and follow the hotel on Facebook and Instagram.