The Liberty Inn, which opened in 1969 (originally named The Hide-A-Way Motel), is known for its cozy, romantic charm, but our building has a long line of former "lives". Constructed in 1908 and originally known as the Strand Hotel, it served for many years as a rough and tumble boarding house for sailors, and later became a Prohibition era speakeasy, a go-go bar, and for a time the notorious Anvil Social Club.
In the last 10 years a swift and dramatic "gentrification" transformed the area around us with an influx of art galleries, professional offices, clubs, high end restaurants, upscale clothing boutiques, the Chelsea Market complex, and of course the Chelsea Piers recreational center - making the "Meatpacking District" one of the most vibrant and exciting areas of all Manhattan.
It`s small size, unusual shape and casual atmosphere give the Liberty a unique feel, totally unlike franchise hotels and motels. From the compact Front Desk that protrudes like a tail at the southern end of the building, to the pint sized bar/cafe, to the corridors lined with "love letter" wallpaper, to the charming guest rooms (small but cozy) - The Liberty Inn has a character all its own.
Before or after your stay, you can enjoy a stroll, or just a few tranquil moments, in the several parks right outside our doorstep - the Hudson River promenade; our intimate 15th Street "vest pocket" park; or the soon to be famous High Line elevated park (opening Spring of 2009).
Our rooms features:
Stylish rooms with romantic decor
Mood lighting with adjustable setting
Dramatic wall/ceiling mirrors and mural
37" Plasma TV - Satallite TV and XM music radio
2 person whirlpool in "Romance Interlude Rooms"
6 selection in-house adult movie/video system
Air purification system in every room
West rooms have spectacular views of Hudson River
Decorator tiled private bath with hair dryer
Room service from Liberty Inn Bar & Cafe
Come visit with us at The Liberty Inn. Make it the start of your visit to our sparkling neighborhood - or make your stay here a tour of its own!

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