It seems to me that the trend for savvy travelers is to stay at the newest “it” hotel when visiting New York, myself included. So after carefully curating my New York trip for the Armory Show, my hotel of choice seemed obvious.

The NoMad Hotel, considered the trendiest spot in New York City, had me a bit skeptical at first. How many more amazing hotels can New York handle? I thought it was going to be a hotel buildup that would fall from grace once I actually checked in. Needless to say I was wrong, very wrong.

The NoMad, which opened in 2012, is located in a towering Beaux-Arts building in the Madison Square Park area, neighboring Gramercy, Midtown and Chelsea neighborhoods.

Jacques Garcia, my second favorite hotel designer (after Kelly Wearstler) was the brains behind the fabulous hotel. This property so far drawn that even the most discerning travelers with sophisticated palates due to the careful attention to detail.

The 168-guestroom Parisian-style hotel has a cozy yet mysterious feel to it, which makes it ideal when traveling with your better half. Starting from the gigantic fireplace that was imported from a French Château to the exquisite food, this hotel is absolute flawless.

After exploring for a few minutes upon arrival, I was in love with every public area of the hotel: The soaring center atrium, the handsome library, the Hôtel Costesesque bar, the chic dining room and the rooftop.

Despite the opulence the property portrays at first glance, once settled, it gives you a casual vibe; sort of like being home alone at your uncle’s Parisian mansion. However, once you open the door to your bedrooms you will find that the contrast in the guestroom decor is unexpected. The lighter color scheme is simple and fresh, and for someone who works from hotel rooms constantly, working without feeling claustrophobic is a plus.

Because I like saving the best for last, I will now spill out the best part of the trip: The food. Chef Daniel Humm came up with the most brilliant creation ever: Whole-roasted chicken stuffed with foie gras, truffle oil and covered in brioche bread. The brunch is also a must, which basically means you will not leave your hotel during your entire stay.

Photographs courtesy of the property.