Equinox Hotels has announced a partnership with renowned sleep scientist Dr. Matthew Walker, aiming to elevate its sleep-focused hospitality offerings. Building on its existing initiatives like sleep-optimized rooms, circadian-friendly AM + PM rituals, and recovery-focused amenities, the collaboration introduces new innovations designed to enhance guest recovery and performance.

Key initiatives include:

•Sleep Lab: An immersive experiment at Equinox Hotel New York, allowing guests to engage with advanced sleep technologies and contribute to research shaping future hotel designs.

•Enhanced Room Design: Upcoming Equinox properties will feature Dr. Walker’s input on cutting-edge sleep technologies for environments that seamlessly blend science and luxury.

•Jet Lag Reset: A digital tool offering personalized strategies to mitigate jet lag, available on the Equinox Hotels website to support travelers worldwide.

“This partnership underscores our commitment to helping guests achieve peak performance,” said Chris Norton, CEO of Equinox Hotels. Dr. Walker expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, emphasizing the importance of sleep as the foundation of a high-performance lifestyle.

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Dr. Matthew Walker, neuroscience & psychology professor from University of California, Berkeley and author of popular book about sleep and health, “Why We Sleep”.

The second annual Equinox Hotels Global Sleep Symposium on May 1, 2025, will showcase cutting-edge insights from Dr. Walker, along with exclusive access to the Sleep Lab and immersive programming. Through this partnership, Equinox Hotels continues to lead the integration of luxury and science, redefining hospitality as a vehicle for transformative health and recovery.