7 funs facts about Archer It's in the Details

Think of Archer Hotel as a person — your gracious host who ensures that your stay is all you envisioned, with pleasant surprises along the way. Archer isn’t “the Archer Hotel,” simply a hotel at which you happen to stay; Archer is “Archer Hotel” — a proper noun, much like Bloomingdale’s, Cartier and Katz's Delicatessen, all of which properly take care of you so that you return, bringing friends in tow.
45 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018

Archer has a knack for making his guests feel welcome and comfortable when they choose to stay at an Archer Hotel. He’s the hotel’s visionary and host behind the scenes. As an enthusiastic adventurer and storyteller, he’s learned so much from the different regions and cultures he’s been exposed to — collecting bits of wisdom, tips of hospitality, storied art and varying perspectives along the way. He loves to share his travel discoveries with his guests. And it’s that connection, that feeling of welcoming and sharing, that makes each Archer Hotel stay memorable in distinguishing ways.

From the moment guests book their stay through the time they return home, Archer steps up as the host with the most. Communication is key to making the guest feel at home and well cared for, so a direct line of contact is established and maintained. Do guests need anything in advance of their arrival or throughout the stay? How about for the departure day? Archer and his staff are at the ready to ensure the complete delight of all guests.

For those traveling with children, Archer's treasure chest is chock-full of retro toys, such as Slinky and Etch A Sketch, plus toys linked to the region. Because Archer New York’s home is in the Garment District, one of the gifts is Alexander McQueen Fashions: Re-created in Paper Dolls, complete with three dolls and more than 30 costumes. Austin’s treasure chest includes a Texas Ranger souvenir badge and Batty the Bat, a TY Beanie Babies plush that’s a sweet nod to the city’s bats of Congress Avenue Bridge. Kids can choose a toy from each hotel’s chest — an unexpected take-home memento that pleases kiddos and parents alike.

Archer's created a custom deck of playing cards on which he shares tips of courtesy he's received from mentors the world over. It’s one small way of passing along information using a game that connects people — and hopefully gets them away from their digital lives — for a few moments. That time spent playing cards and reading about the art of shaking hands, the benefit of saying “I’m sorry” and how to say “Hello” in different languages not only helps the players be their best selves, it also gives rise to an abundance of conversation starters. Take a new deck home with you or as a souvenir for $10; it’s available in the lobby.

What makes Archer’s guests smile as they enter their room for the first time? The tray with a welcome amenity of sustainable FIJI Water, locally made salted caramels and a welcome note. Every day, a turndown treat is an additional sweet surprise. Each selection is regionally inspired, created by a local artisan or made in-house. In Napa, for example, chocolate-covered graham crackers from Northern California-based Kika’s Treats deliver delicious flavor with a kick of sweet nostalgia.

Forgot to bring your _____ or have the late-night munchies? Not a problem. Archer’s market is designed to make guests feel as though they’re raiding Archer’s cupboard. Whether sundries, nibbles or sips, you'll find something that fills the void.

It’s no secret: Archer loves to travel. Through his adventures, he’s collected quite a collection of art, which he happily showcases throughout Archer. Especially fun is the fact that each piece has a local connection to the particular hotel.

Take, for example, the fifth floor of Archer Hotel Napa. The corridor is brimming with colorful, witty works of art by California native (and St. Helena’s most famous former postman) Marvin Humphrey. With an art degree from San Diego State, where he was the cartoonist for the Daily Aztec newspaper, plus more than 40 years of painting experience, Humphrey created this quirky collection especially for Archer.

Stay in Florham Park’s classic king guest room, and you’ll be enchanted by the work of The New York Times’ master photographer, Fred R. Conrad. In his “Geometries” series, Conrad captures gorgeous architecture using slow photography — using exposures that may take nearly an hour. Archer chose Conrad’s “The Loew’s Jersey Theater in Jersey City” black-and-white photo, which he shot in the theater’s balcony. It captures the stunning, detailed architecture of this famous Journal Square 1920s-era theater.

At the (literal) end of the day, one of the most important aspects of any hotel is how well guests sleep. Because Archer has traveled the world and has been able to test a wide variety of beds, pillows and bedding, he insisted that his guests’ sleep experience would be second to none. The only acceptable course of action? Find the most incredible beds that rival five-star hotels. And that he did.

The Simmons plush mattresses offer state-of-the-art sleep technology while being oh, so comfortable. Über-soft linens feel simply amazing to the touch, and a fresh-white goose feather down duvet helps usher in a great night’s sleep.

And the pillows — did we mention the pillows? — are seriously just what you need for true comfort. High-quality down pillows with two firmness levels? But of course; pillows are quite the personal thing. Hypoallergenic fill options? Absolutely. And when you decide that you want (nay — need) these pillows for everyone in your home or the comfy mattress for your master bedroom, just visit Archer Hotel for details.

Archer offers guests who book direct with us an arrival gift: a $25 drink + dine credit that guests can use throughout the hotel (bars, restaurants, takeout, complimentary room delivery) but cannot be applied toward room rates, parking, mini bar, market or souvenirs — a sweet deal for guests to decide if they’d like to use it toward an appetizer or meal, a glass of wine or hand-crafted cocktail or snacks in the market.

We’re a photographic-frenzied society these days and, as such, we are snap-happy at all hours of the day. At Archer Hotel, we’ve noticed that our guests take photos of the Austin staircase with galloping mustangs or underneath the “Hey Baby” neon sign, the rooftop view from Archer Hotel Napa’s Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar, from New York’s rooms with the excellent vantage of the Empire State Building or in front of large-scale wallflower art in Burlington.

We love it when our guests share their love of all things Archer Hotel across social media. So, the next time you find yourself in one of our boutique hotels, by all means, share your experiences far and wide.