Laissez Faire
At The Beekman, A Thompson Hotel · LL
Hidden within the depths of the hotel’s foundation, Laissez Faire is a bespoke cocktail lounge that captures the raw, nocturnal energy of New York's nightlife.
Neighborhood
Financial District · Brooklyn Bridge
Atmosphere
The atmosphere is dim, sultry, and subterranean, with a high-fidelity sound system that pulses through the exposed brick walls. The mood is defined by a curated hedonism, with a private, music-forward nightlife atmosphere.
Key features
Exposed historic brickwork, Hi-Fi vinyl sound system, Custom leopard-print velvet banquettes
Location
Laissez Faire · LL
123 Nassau Street, New York, NY 10038
About the hotel
A structural masterpiece of the 19th century, The Beekman is restored to its former Gilded Age glory. The hotel is anchored by its soaring Victorian atrium and pyramidal skylight, serving as a beacon of historic grandeur and refined architectural soul.
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