Hilton New York Times Square Launches The Lion King Royal Suite

Hilton New York Times Square Unveils The Lion King Royal Suite

Hilton New York Times Square announced the extension of its collaboration with Disney Theatrical Group by introducing a unique accommodation experience – The Lion King Royal Suite. Designed by renowned Broadway dressing room designer Devin Sparkles Design, the suite is a tribute to Disney’s acclaimed Broadway production, The Lion King.

Guests staying in this immersive suite will be transported to the heart of Pride Rock, all from the comfort of their room. The suite’s design is inspired by the iconic imagery and themes of The Lion King, offering a unique and unforgettable stay for fans of the show.

The hotel’s prime location, just three blocks from the Minskoff Theatre, where The Lion King is performed, makes it even more convenient for guests to experience the magic of Broadway. This collaboration between Hilton New York Times Square and Disney Theatrical Group promises to elevate the guest experience for theater-goers and Disney enthusiasts alike.

Related – Hilton New York Unveils Aladdin’s Times Square Palace Suite

“Each detail of THE LION KING’s Royal Suite has been meticulously curated to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience completely inspired by Disney Theatrical Group’s iconic musical,” said Thomas Caska, general manager, Hilton New York Times Square. “At Hilton New York Times Square, we’re committed to providing guests and families with an innovative stay from check-in to check-out. Whether guests are staying with us to experience either of our two Disney on Broadway suites, witness the magic of the theatre or simply take in all that Times Square has to offer, our property offers a memorable home away from home in the heart of the Big Apple.”

The awe-inspiring spacious one-king one-bedroom deluxe suite allows guests to experience the peace and beauty of the Pride Lands. Upon arrival to the suite, guests are immediately transported to the Serengeti with details paying homage to Disney’sTHE LION KING on Broadway, including large woven basket art, plants nodding to the sweeping grass that spreads across Africa’s plains, hand-painted Rafiki-inspired patterns that embellish the room’s furnishings and a large Rafiki sketch print framing the suite’s entryway. Guests will also encounter fabrics used in the musical displayed on soft goods including rugs, pillows and bedding, with wood touches decorating the space. 

Throughout the suite, Pan-Asian-inspired woven baskets adorn the walls, bird puppets fly from the ceiling and hand-painted patterned chairs provide a soft place for guests to land while taking in framed costume sketches from the musical throughout the suite. In the bathroom, guests will find a lush, vibrant jungle oasis with artificial plants, contrasted by the warm Serengeti elements in the room. 

THE LION KING’s Royal Suite experience package includes:

• One round of two Hakuna Manhattan cocktails or two Serengeti Sunrise mocktails
• A wake-up call from the Broadway musical’s own Rafiki, Tshidi Manye
• A thematic sleep mask, specialty memento item – a one-of-a-kind autographed costume rendering from one of the musical’s actors, and complimentary Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway merchandise
• Thematic Simba S’mores dessert amenity
• Daily full breakfast buffet for two people 
• Daily parking
• Available for purchase, guests staying in the suite will receive access to a special rate exclusive to guests of this suite for Premium Seats for Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway. 

Available now, guests can visit the hotel’s website, contact NYCTS-SALESADM@hilton.com or call (212) 913-9488 to reserve the suite. Rates for THE LION KING’s Royal Suite start from $500 per night. Terms and conditions apply.

During their stay, guests can also experience the hotel’s reimagined lobby and food and beverage offerings. Designed by Chicago-based firm, The Gettys Group, the interior public space design is inspired by old and new NYC – The Gilded Age meets MoMA in the heart of Times Square. Upon arrival to the hotel, the transformed ground and sky lobbies feature seasonal art installations curated by Celine Mo of Dinner Gallery, a contemporary gallery dedicated to developing and presenting emerging artists. 

As guests take the journey to the sky lobby 15 floors above Times Square, they will be welcomed into a brand-new bar and lounge, 42^nd & Sky, which overlooks Times Square and features craft cocktails and an elevated bar menu from Executive Chef Jason Routzahn. Here, guests can also indulge in the Hakuna Manhattan and Serengeti Sunrise. Additionally, the hotel has introduced Long Acre Market, an expansive gourmet market with a barista bar featuring La Colombe products, as well as freshly made and made-to-order breakfast, lunch and dinner items. 

For fans of Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway, all guests of Hilton New York Times Square can celebrate the magic of the show and enjoy the musical-inspired thematic cocktails, a Rafiki wake-up call upon request and purchase special merchandise from the show at Long Acre Market.

THE LION KING’s Royal Suite complements the hotel’s Aladdin’s Times Square Palace Suite celebrating Disney’s Aladdin the Musical. The suite launched last July also in partnership with Disney Theatrical Group and is designed by Devin Sparkles Design. Hilton offers several themed suites across its properties globally, and these two showcase why it matters where guests stay when visiting The Crossroads of the World.

Hilton New York Times Square participates in Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 24 world-class brands. The hotel is located at 234 West 42^nd Street, New York, New York 10036. For reservations, please visit Hilton.com or call (212) 913-9488.

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