The Newest Amenity in Hotel Suites: Musical Instruments

The Newest Amenity in Hotel Suites: Musical Instruments

A unique and thoughtful amenity becoming more common throughout the most elegant of hotel suites are instruments, an amenity that may normally be overlooked is now becoming a favorite amongst guests.

To address the needs of its guests, that include heads of state, royalty and refined travelers, the focal point in The Presidential Suite at InterContinental New York Barclay is a baby grand piano. Situated in a sun-soaked section of the suite overlooking the city skyline. InterContinental New York Barclay isn't the only hotel offering this fun amenity in-suite, across the country, hotels are joining in on the instrument momentum:

InterContinental New York Barclay - New York City, NY

Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, InterContinental New York Barclay mixes classic New York glamour with modern luxury and style. This exquisite taste is no different when entering the hotel's Presidential Suite. (Photo above courtesy of InterContinental New York Barclay)

W South Beach – Miami Beach, FL

The E-WOW Penthouse Suite at the iconic W South Beach is a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom, 2,056-square-foot getaway that boasts four balconies, a terrace, a piano, telescope, rooftop plunge pool, impressive book collection, rooftop garden and more. Guests staying in the hotel receive access to W South Beach’s signature W Insider team to provide (literally) whatever they want, whenever they want it.

The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville – Nashville, TN
Ideal for entertaining and uncompromising in its attention to detail, the 2,175-square-foot Presidential Suite at The Joseph Nashville is rich with pristinely executed and evocative details and amenities, from the striking Italian marble to the panoramic glass windows showcasing a beautiful view of the city of Nashville. Adjacent to the suite’s commanding marble bar with seating for 8, the Presidential Suite is home to a fully restored, 1920s-era Steinway Model A salon grand piano with self-playing feature. Guests will enjoy listening to the smooth sounds of this iconic in-suite instrument while lounging on the living room’s wrap around sofa and oversized chairs; a perfect space for those who love to entertain or can play themselves!

Vacasa - Austin, TX

Vacasa, North America’s largest vacation rental platform, offers two unique properties in the live music capital of the world that are perfect for music-loving travelers. Bear Creek Modern is a four-bedroom property featuring a cozy "music room" with piano, guitar and records. This home is owned by a music producer and has a recording studio on site (though, unfortunately, it's not available for guest use). Modern Dream sits in a prime location just a few minutes from downtown Austin with modern touches throughout, and most notably, a blue Peal drum set with an amp and vinyl record player.