Rare SpiritsIn Manhattan’s Most Refined Setting
A Gilded AgeOasis For Connoisseurs
Featuring an exclusive collection of extremely rare spirits, Rarities pays homage to the spirit of Henry Villard. An intimate, invitation-only hideaway discreetly hidden within The Palace, Rarities conjures the gracious entertaining style of the 19th century railroad tycoon, whose network of contemporaries regularly visited his palatial Madison Avenue home and were welcomed with warm hospitality and good conversation.
Today, New York City’s elite entertain associates and friends in much the same way, enjoying rare and pre-prohibition spirits, exceptional Champagnes, and a connoisseur’s wine cellar in what Condé Nast Traveler editors have dubbed “the world’s most exclusive hotel bar.”
What Sets Rarities Apart
Rich History
Rarities celebrates the legacy of railroad tycoon Henry Villard, who commissioned the Villard Houses in the late 19th century.
What Sets Rarities Apart
Curated Experiences
On occasion, Rarities hosts curated exclusive experiences with celebrated winemakers and master distillers.
What Sets Rarities Apart
Flights of Fancy
Savor a flight of single malt whiskeys curated by connoisseurs who know the subtle difference of a sherry-seasoned European oak cask.
Private Events Exalted Occasions
A refined and luxurious setting for special events, Rarities adds an element of intrigue and glamour to your most important occasions.
LocationA Hidden Gem in Midtown
Rarities is tucked on the mezzanine level of the historic Villard Mansion, an 1884 landmark and centerpiece of Lotte New York Palace.
