Inside The Best Luxury Airport Hotel In The US

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Hotel Hoppin Episode 2 - Today we're taking a look inside the TWA Hotel, a once functioning airport terminal that was abandoned and later turned into a luxury hotel!
0:00 History of the TWA Hotel
1:04 Hotel Overview & Getting There
1:51 The Lobby
3:12 Upper Level Lobby: The Paris Cafe & Uniform Collection
3:43 The Sunken Lounge
5:14 The Restored Airplane BAR
6:35 The Room
10:53 The Bathroom
11:29 The best part... the rooftop pool!
12:54 I love this hotel, me raving about it for 2 minutes
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@montystepura3689 2 жыл бұрын

When I was 17 in 1974 I went to France as an exchange student for the summer on TWA out of this terminal at JFK. Thanks for showing us what it became. It brought back so many wonderful memories!!!

@sboomb 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby's videos are always so well made and enjoyable to watch..Love this new series!! Keep it on

@sincerelydora6620 2 жыл бұрын

Cool

@guysumpthin2974 2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@houseofhamm 2 жыл бұрын

Hotel series is so on point! 👌🏽 Keep puttin’ us on!!

@rockercover 2 жыл бұрын

TWA reminds me of: Pan American World Airways, founded in 1927. Interesting history on airlines. Thanks! Good days.

@CodeDeb 2 жыл бұрын

Pan Am has a hotel too, I think

@Deadwrongallalong 2 жыл бұрын

Omg I LOVE this idea for a series and cannot wait for more!! I think it would be really cool if you were one day able to visit one and do a video on one of the Fairmont Hotels in Canada (Banff springs, chateau Laurier, empress, chateau Frontenac, royal York, and the queen Elizabeth). Obviously they’re luxe since it’s Fairmont, but the buildings themselves are absolutely beautiful (they look like castles!) and have such interesting history behind them since they originated in connection with the Canadian national and pacific railways 😊

@dianemeddaugh2777 2 жыл бұрын

As a daughter of a TWA Flight Engineer, I flew out of here many times as I was growing up. There were so many things that your coverage of the hotel reminded me of. Thanks for sharing.

@juanzingarello4005 9 ай бұрын

I had the honor to be a part of this project on the construction end. And as a 90s kid, it was a nostalgia trip for me. I’ll never forget the TWA commercials and the toy TWA plane I had. Definitely one of the coolest projects I have ever worked on.

@jameskroeger3730 2 жыл бұрын

That was such a great tour! So well done! I grew up on Long Island. My Dad had taken me there when I was a young boy to see the latest jet airplanes. Back then there was no security that would prevent anyone from going right up to the gate. Since then, that terminal has always been fascinating to me. At one point they were considering tearing it down but a group of conservationists was able to have it declared a landmark building.

@A_K48 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I am very impressed by this! And I have never heard of it before. I will make sure to fly into JFK just for this hotel on my next trip over. Thank you for sharing and looking forward to more of these hotel videos. Hope you will make your way over to Europe sometimes too!

@jamesmcbridenyc730 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I helped build it. Come check it out 🍻 the workers behind the scenes never really get any credit.

@CannonHoback 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby, you NEED to do one of these videos on the jail in Boston that was converted into a hotel. IT'S AMAZING! Love this video.

@gaill7908 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for this Hotel series!!! ✈️✈️ I loved seeing the old uniforms!!!! A Flight Attendant, as they were called back then, was a very glamorous job actually.

@imaginepeacocks1882 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate all the unique design elements. Like the desk being behind the bed and the shower handle being on the opposite wall. I also love how everything is decorated and on theme - the old phone, chairs, the flight attendant uniforms - everything! And the architecture! AMAZING.

@imaginepeacocks1882 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing it with us!

@jamesmcbridenyc730 2 жыл бұрын

@@imaginepeacocks1882 it took a few years for this renovation, my company did the framing, glass and all the metal fittings along with the custom bar on the roof.

@jamesmcbridenyc730 2 жыл бұрын

I was part of the renovation crew, I have some cool videos on my phone of the build. My company did all the glass and metal work like the bar on the roof the brass fittings inside the pool the entire glass facade and framing.

@brianpetersen3429 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I have always loved the TWA building architecture, along with the "Constellation" airplane.

@anna.tnguyen 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate and love how much effort you put into making your videos! The storytelling, b-rolls and edits 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

@DecorTours 2 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely not easy. Hours of work went into this video.

@theyofactor 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Shelby! I would love to stay at a unique hotel like this one, maybe it will happen on my next NYC trip. Many hotel rooms are cookie-cutter to serve a basic purpose, but this one looks like a destination as well.

@imanolvalencia8894 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Shelby again I'm here to tell you that I just discovered your channel and I'm in awe of your awesome work. Love you ❤️

@roxii73 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great video! As an architect, I loved seeing this building by Eero Saarinen repurposed. Excited for the series! Also... 7:45 I see Sam 😉

@barbaraklinepeter3239 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and I’m excited to follow this new series. This hotel is so cool, I never heard of it but it is now on my bucket list. I love the mid century vibe and one my favorite things to see was the different uniforms and to learn they were designed by very famous designers. Great job!

@musicandme5658 2 жыл бұрын

This place is so cool! I honestly don't know which part is my favorite. The shots of the hotel lobby were spectacular!

@ianv-ttp1174 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video, the TWA Hotel is now on my 'To stay at' list. You create superb and highly engaging content which is very easy to digest. Looking forward to binge watching more. I came across your channel through your Virgin Voyage video which I thoroughly enjoyed. Stay safe and be happy xx

@tuppenceworth5485 2 жыл бұрын

In the old days, flying was a glamorous way to travel and people dressed up accordingly. These days, not only do people dress down, you're liable to get drunks, altercations, swearings and brawls thrown in with your flights.

@dianeschmiane 2 жыл бұрын

Love the desk in that room with the view, looks like so much fun watching the world go by!

@susanmcguire4664 2 жыл бұрын

Wow this place looks amazing. I loved watching this video. Looks like you had a wonderful experience, thanks for sharing with us.

@nathanyoder4509 2 жыл бұрын

The views out of the hotel room look amazing! The pool looks amazing too!

@TuckerPearce 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, such a beautiful space. I don’t believe flying was only something the 1% did but it was more rare and when people traveled they dressed up. It was a treat to travel so people wanted to look the part. This is based on stories from my mom and her travels in the 50’s through 70’s and she wasn’t part of the 1%. ❤️ I know her parents dressed up every time they traveled as well. Seats were much bigger and traveling was comfortable. A big change from today where they pack you in.

@sprintwithcarlos 2 жыл бұрын

WOOOOW! I loved this video, one of your best ever! Congrats also to Sam for his shots

@Aaandrewful 2 жыл бұрын

I love this new series! Can’t wait for more :)

@adrianburciu2744 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby, you're a treat to the eyes. Your style and attention to detail made this kind of video really enjoyable to watch :-)

@Lisakaylindsay256 2 жыл бұрын

This is so cool! Love that design and will love seeing more hotels

@vilma8184 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video! Thank you Shelby! I love interior design and especially this time period! The hotel looks amazing and I love that they used Saarinen's furniture so much! Fits like a glove! I am so proud that Saarinen had Finnish roots! I have always dreamed to see this "terminal" and also the ice rink in New Haven. Amazing designs! Makes me wanting almost to cry because they are so beautiful! 😅

@hopeann 2 жыл бұрын

I am so excited for this series. This hotel was so cool! I loved being able to see all the dining areas! I would have loved to see a price break down of this hotel and the food though!

@YardLimit 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video of the iconic Saarinen terminal. It's great to see the terminal repurposed into a first class hotel. My first airline flight was on a TWA Constellation exactly like the one you featured. Who knows, maybe it was the same plane!

@ChasingAmerica 2 жыл бұрын

Love this review/tour! Thanks Shelby!

@blastberry202 2 жыл бұрын

You did such a great job on this Shelby!!

@sherryschumacher1881 2 жыл бұрын

I love all of the nostalgic touches - great video!

@ScottWallace5 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and tour Shelby, truly one of a kind! Loving the new unique hotel series too! Also great cameos of Sam I noticed too :D

@bcomingaboss 2 жыл бұрын

Great design and thanks for sharing! It's my first time seeing this hotel. Good job!

@laurenl5942 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Shelby! I’m continually stunned by your editing and the amount of work and dedication you put into your videos. Truly a pleasure to watch. Thank you! ☺️

@cellyjelly7375 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Look forward to seeing other videos in this series

@Lianne459 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous video! I loved that building as a kid, so glad it was saved.

@virtualaustralia 2 жыл бұрын

🤗

@andrea_rose 2 жыл бұрын

This is so cool! And I'm LOVING this series idea!! Ever since I started traveling back in 2015, I've been sooo interested in cool and unique hotels! Great video, Shelby! :)

@itsnotme07 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool Shelby!! I'd seen the TWA terminal while flying JetBlue before...with a stop at JFK many times while going to/from Boston. I hope this TWA hotel succeeds because it looks ridiculously cool! Best part about all of this, it appears to be very reasonably priced for an overnight stay in the NYC area. They also do "day passes" for a 4 hour stay in a room...but that isn't much of a discount. Course if you're on a long layover and want to grab some sleep and a shower...the $150 price +tax for 4 hours is decent....but it's not inside security. Interesting they let you wander around outside the airplane bar on the tarmac...even if it isn't an active area. My favorite part without an actual visit? I agree...gotta be the roof top heated pool! What other airport has that at their on property hotel? Probably not many.

@jenrauu 2 жыл бұрын

Love this new series! Beautiful video 😍

@malokuboy 2 жыл бұрын

Great memory of that airport terminal to hotel,,aoo amazing.. Thanks for bring us there, awesome Hpaay new year2022

@virtualaustralia 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy this kind of videos 😍 It’s nice to explore cool places from the comfort of my home 😄 Thanks for your dedication Shelby 💞

@marklengal9990 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby. This was an awesome video. Can’t wait to see the series

@alejandraarroyo6635 2 жыл бұрын

Omg 😱 I loved everything everything about the video!! Really enjoyed it

@bills1779 Жыл бұрын

One THEE best videos about the hotel. Thanks for sharing. 🎅💯

@status-xk8kr 2 жыл бұрын

Love the amazing mid-century design of the hotel! Up, up and away with TWA!

@prettylittlecharm 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video Shelby !!Very professional, I loved the footage, the walkthrough , the review, !! I am very excited about the new series" Hotel Hoppin" !!!

@smeredithmancuso 2 жыл бұрын

loved this video! my mom used to work for TWA for a long time and I feel like this would be such a fun experience for her to have to stay here

@label1877 2 жыл бұрын

I remember spending 12 hours there in '69 as a 6 year old with my family after our flight was canceled. I remember it was elegant and everyone smoked.

@Daniela-zw3go 2 жыл бұрын

Recommendations: -Treehouse Place in Snohomish,WA -Forest House in Orcas Island,WA -Methow Valley Rolling Huts in Winthrop,WA -Palihotel Seattle -Graduate Seattle

@grownupgaming 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! 12:38 So thoughtful to heat the pool; now all they need is to install a plexiglass wind-blocking corridor so you can lounge and walk between the pool and pool bar!

@franciscoassumpcao 2 жыл бұрын

First hotel review I see you doing … nice job .. 🍾🍾🍾

@luvfoto 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Shelby.. This place is really rad. Mid century modern is so cool. Another on point video.

@carableu 2 жыл бұрын

I miss the old days of flying. I have an extended family member who was a TWA flight attendant when I was a kid. It was so glam back then! 🛩 Great vid!

@JoshGarris 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a cool series! I am DEFINITELY going to have to stay here!

@followmemovebooks 2 жыл бұрын

i really love this, i found you thru a guy you met in NY and he asked 3 questions to learn what job you had. I live you voice, contant, i plan a trip for 2 month next year, so ik like this really!

@abdoamador99 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the video Shelby ( i've been waiting for the review since you shared some footage on Instagram , i finally had the time to watch it today at morning) like always the editing you made and the details you share in the video about all the hotel💯, my favorite part of it was the lobby for sure ( also the airplane bar it's amazing) , it looks so nice and the pieces of furniture that they used to decorate are so nice , thanks for the amazing video🙌👏

@Bu.T.F.I Жыл бұрын

started watching unintentionally but couldn't stop! looking forward to the next videos:)) Very nice observations well made, and seems like a really cool place I'd like to visit.

@brittanyjerome6268 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to see more of this series!! I’ve always wanted to live in the 60 & or 70 if I could travel back in time before I was born I would!

@thepkism 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video!!!!! Wow that building is gorgeous

@addysaw 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby your content is so fresh and interesting! Keep it up 👏👏

@elisemcg2277 2 жыл бұрын

Love how informative and interesting this video was! Such a cool hotel 🙂

@dennisdownes9319 Жыл бұрын

Shelby, as an "older guy," I often pan over your fashion/life style videos, but this one was really great! Smart, informative, historical, and very well laid out. I look forward to this unique series. Congratulations and thanks; I'll pass this one on! DD

@kitkatwozny 2 жыл бұрын

i loooove this hotel hoppin concept and this hotel is awesome!

@ThingsIBuy 2 жыл бұрын

This was pretty cool. Love your channel. Never know what to expect and almost always something I'm interested in.

@leahgolden7242 2 жыл бұрын

How cool!!! Love the new series Shelb!

@inlove542 2 жыл бұрын

Please continue this series!!

@InsideTheProduct 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos, such a great editing style! I love the furniture and architecture of the hotel

@shannonbrady2816 2 жыл бұрын

Love this vid Shelby! Looking forward to your other hotel hoppin episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🥰

@sirgalahad1470 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Can't wait to see more Hotel Hoppin' episodes

@AraVahanian Жыл бұрын

Shelby, I didn't know about this hotel. Thank you so much for the description, analysis and the history. I'm sure you had a great time here! I've been following your channel since 2018 and I want to say I really enjoy it! As I type this it is almost midnight here in Los Angeles and I know that it is late but it is so nice and refreshing even just to hear you talk! It is about time that I will subscribe! My favorite part of the hotel was probably the part where you got into the plane and then the bar in the back. That's one of my favorite parts. My other favorite part would have to be the rooftop pool! Have a great Thanksgiving holiday and please enjoy yourself. Sending you love and light!!!

@HunterWoodlawn 2 жыл бұрын

The sunken lounge is also a designated bar, and they serve cocktails made with TAB! So cool!

@vanessaoelmann4211 2 жыл бұрын

This is sooooo cool! Already loving the series!

@virtualaustralia 2 жыл бұрын

Same 🥰

@PeterElbaum 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, putting this one on my list. Great job with this!

@josephinetijerino 2 жыл бұрын

Great content! Love the series.

@harpstone 2 жыл бұрын

Wow - the architect that designed the St. Louis Gateway Arch - he didn't do many corners and right angles.

@katiehellerud4153 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video! Way to go Shelby!! I’ve been following you since your gymnastic days 😁

@Tomakri15 2 жыл бұрын

Omg I love this series Shelby! As always putting on an amazing video. My boyfriend works for the airlines and Im gonna surprise him on a night here so thanks for the idea!

@oddmad8613 2 жыл бұрын

This is really cool, thanks for sharing

@mrbuchanan92373 2 жыл бұрын

A really nice video of a great hotel. 👍 it seems having Sam take video while you talk you seem so more relaxed. I look forward in seeing more!

@dawnmcmannama7920 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! One of your best! We're thinking we may stay there at least one night when we finally make it to NYC. It looks so fun.

@urbanviii5103 2 жыл бұрын

I loved departing to Heathrow from the Eero Saarinen/TWA terminal. Fabulous place.

@nicoleashley8235 2 жыл бұрын

So cool to see this!! Never knew!! Thanks for sharing!

@soapsoilandsunshine3241 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a great hotel. Thanks so much for sharing. It's a place I'll never get to visit, but thanks to you . . . . I have. Great stuff. G'day from Downunder.

@iambatman6120 2 жыл бұрын

Great content as usual. I never even heard of this place till I saw this! Looks fun!

@1mezion 2 жыл бұрын

I gotta say that's a really cool hotel the design everything about it love the fact that they kept the retro feel

@JLALALALA 2 жыл бұрын

The room design. I’m impressed. I like the way the desk/bed are arranged and the pull out flat TV. More hotels should start using this. I’ve flown out of that terminal before, the last time in 1986 IIRC. On the day before Thanksgiving. LOL. Wall to wall people. But such a beautiful building and I’m really happy to see it put so good re-use.

@thomaswalker1539 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very well done and very informative review. I just read an article about this hotel which didn't do it justice.

@ALLSTARSPACE 2 жыл бұрын

OMG this looks so cool. Thank you for this great video.

@shasantv 2 жыл бұрын

This was fun to watch and looking forward to visit this hotel in future. Thank you, Shelby for sharing your experience of this interesting historical hotel.

@sincerelydora6620 2 жыл бұрын

Nice

@shasantv 2 жыл бұрын

@@sincerelydora6620 Thank you.

@SevenHunnid 2 жыл бұрын

I love to tell stories while smoking weed on my KZfaq channel, to cure people’s boredom :)

@judemartin2878 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and so informative! I definetely recommend to anyone who loves flying and is into aviation. This is a GEM and so so so happy they did not demolish this building!

@oumaima353 Жыл бұрын

your video is so well made!

@2muchmedia 2 жыл бұрын

Shelby is back, firing on all cylinders again. Great video.

@preahko 2 жыл бұрын

So cool! That should totally do something like this with the iconic "Theme Building" (the one that looks like a 1960s version of a landing spaceship) at LAX!