Hotel Gerard, New York City, on the National Register of Historic Places
Hotel Gerard is a former apartment hotel in west Midtown Manhattan built in 1894. Architect George Keister combined Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance elements into a distinctive facade with bay windows, arches, and decorative details that make the building stand out on the street.
The building opened in 1894 and served affluent guests and theater personalities in the growing entertainment district. After its prime years, it experienced decades of decline, including a fire in 1916, before it was restored in 2007 and transformed into a modern hotel.
The hotel's name reflects the French patron saint tradition and the international sophistication that marked the building in its early years. Visitors can observe today how the ornate facade with bay windows and arches was designed to welcome affluent guests and theater personalities.
The building sits on West 44th Street in Midtown Manhattan, within walking distance of subway access and the theater district. Visitors can view the historic facade from the street and observe the architectural details from the sidewalk.
The building was long marked by scandals and tragic incidents, including a fire in 1916 and various crimes that damaged its reputation. Today its restored facade tells a story of decline and recovery that mirrors the neighborhood's own transformation.
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