157 Best Hotels in New York, USA

Set in a former hat factory, this hotel has a gorgeous year-round rooftop with skyline views, impressively spacious rooms, and several buzzing bars and restaurants. Rooms have oak floors, 12-foot loft-style ceilings, and custom writing desks inspired by early-1900s sewing machines. Winnie's, the lobby bar, is named after a New York figure who ran a bustling \"tea\" salon during Prohibition—expect live jazz and piano performances here on weeknights. The Refinery Rooftop has three fun, distinct spaces open regardless of the weather: a terrace, a patio with a retractable glass roof, and an indoor lounge with fireplace—all under the shadow of the Empire State Building. Parker & Quinn, on the ground floor, is a retro-inspired restaurant with Prohibition-era cocktails and hearty meals.

This modern architectural statement is perpetually one of New York's hottest hotels, with the High Line running underneath it, a lobby full of glamorous types, an authentic beer garden (open year-round; dig the table tennis), and an 18th-floor nightclub that is one of the toughest doors in town. Rooms, with low platform beds, are on the small side (even by New York standards) but floor-to-ceiling windows add a sense of space. Some rooms have showers separated from the bedroom by little more than a glass partition. As you'd expect in a space (and neighborhood) that's so sceney, it can get loud at night. The Standard Grill restaurant, which is almost always packed, handles room service.

One of Manhattan's most historic properties, the Algonquin is a landmark of literary history made famous by the luminaries of the famed Round Table (now the hotel restaurant's moniker). Although vintage vibes pervade all corners of this Midtown legend—think oak details and carved pillars in the lobby—today's hotel offers modernized rooms and contemporary comforts, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and comfy in-room accommodations. Make time for dinner or drinks in the famed literary lobby, where you might spot the hotel's famous Hamlet the cat roaming about. Channel the brilliance of Dorothy Parker, whose inimitable quotes are displayed throughout the property. The Round Table restaurant serves three meals daily, with plenty of space for animated conversation, while the Blue Bar has a chic atmosphere perfect for a date over martinis.

A charming but modern boutique hotel for visitors looking to experience living on the Upper West Side, this century-old building welcomes you home with a lobby bar that transitions from a lively café during the day to a lively speakeasy-style bar by night. It has a comfortable living room feel with contemporary artwork and an original antique fireplace, a vintage 1920s French elevator, and a bakery and tempting restaurants that are popular with locals. Compact but bright rooms have wood floors, exposed brick, and tall windows with views of Manhattan's iconic water towers are streamlined and cozy. Some rooms have have Juliet balconies or huge furnished terraces. There's live music six days a week in the lobby, and the seasonal rooftop on the 16th floor features a variety of pop-ups throughout the year.

About a 100-minute drive away from the center of Manhattan is this cottage-chic property sprawled across 500 acres of trees, water, and sunshine, where you can expect peaceful cabin-style accommodations equipped with ultra-comfy mattresses, chef-cooked meals, and discreet members of the concierge that make everything smooth-sailing. Breakfasts and dinners are served at the pavilion, which is romantically furnished with rattan chairs and lit with long, flickering candles. During dinner, the property's famous butter cart, stocked with a dome of creamy butter, bowls of seasonings, and pillowy sliced bread, is driven around by amenable service staff and is a beautiful sight to behold. Picnic lunches---deliciously balanced with a sandwich, a salad, and a side---are packaged independently and delivered to wherever you are.

Nature is abundant and accessible: An easy 1.8-mile trail loops adjacent to the estate, which provides an opportunity for a brisk foray into the surrounding woods. The tranquil lake opens up during the warmer months for boat rides, fishing, and even cold plunges. The pleasures of nature are still achievable on the estate grounds: The sauna, opened in spring of 2026, has a fantastic panoramic view of the Shawangunk Mountains, while the property's three clear \"igloos\" allow for lakeside, mountaintop, or under-the-tree private dining or happy hour, perfect for celebrating special occasions.

Every upscale resort thrives on the foundation of excellent service, and Cedar Lakes is no exception. The members of the concierge will materialize wherever you are to escort you to activities, light campfires, and deliver picnic lunches, all with a low-key, easy chat that doesn't intrude on your personal space and time. If you're the type to sit at a bar to chat with strangers, you'll enjoy a midday pour at the Treehouse Bar or a nightcap at the Parlor Bar, where conversations flow with ease and joy.

Rising 21 floors into the sky, the citizenM makes an outsized statement that starts at ground level, with the fabulous lobby “living room,” and reaches all the way to its rooftop bar and terrace. The living room has desk space for working, counter and bar space for dining, and couch space for lounging. Upstairs, the chicly minimal guest rooms are all identical: small but with XL king-size beds and huge windows—in fact, they were all prefabricated in Poland and shipped to the United States by boat to keep construction prices down.

Part of a modern European chain, citizenM prizes a more eclectic, youthful style that puts technology and art at the forefront. Expect self-serve check-in, cashless dining and snackbar, free Wi-Fi, and an in-room iPad to control everything from lights and blinds, to climate and TV channels (with mixed results). Rooms are tight and have one king bed only, but the prime location just north of Times Square may be worth it, especially for solo travelers or shorter stays. The lobby is designed like a living room with comfy seating, which extends to the hotel highlight: the 22nd-floor cloudM rooftop bar, featuring a wraparound open-air terrace. Bonus: the 21st-floor gym also has awesome skyline views.

Friendly service, large rooms, a convenient but peaceful location, and nice extras, such as a complimentary continental breakfast until 10 am, draws lots of repeat customers (particularly business travelers) to the Hotel Giraffe. The style is art deco, right down to the balcony rooms' red-velvet armchairs and French doors, which open onto private Juliet balconies from which you can survey Park Avenue. Be sure to take time to relax at the open-air Rooftop Garden bar, which offers drinks in the warmer months. The civilized service here includes all-day coffee, other refreshments, and snacks.

Originally constructed in the 1940s, this Adirondacks-style lodge has been thoroughly updated without losing any of its period charm. The decor calls to mind the arts and craft movement, so expect rich colors and simple, bold designs in the fabrics. Charming cabins, cottages, and luxury suites are available—preserving details like fireplaces while adding modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and updated bathrooms. Mornings start with a gourmet breakfast in the dining room. Top ski attractions are minutes away, as are most summer activities in the Hunter Mountain area. Pets are welcome with advance notification.

Judy Garland once sang from the mezzanine to fans in the lobby, and Mae West, Rita Hayworth, and Jimmy Durante all spent the night at this 14-story Renaissance revival–style hotel in the downtown business district. The two-story lobby of the grand 1912 building has a coffered ceiling, faux-marble pillars, large crystal chandeliers, a piano, and lovebirds that serenade you from their antique cage. Guest rooms, spacious and attractive, have swagged window treatments and traditional furnishings; many have Mohawk Valley views.

This hotel on the edge of SoHo never sacrifices comfort for style, so it's no wonder there's a high percentage of return customers—creative types, businesspeople, fashionistas, and anyone else with deep pockets. The lobby has fabulous double-height windows from which to appreciate unobstructed views—plus fresh-baked cookies, coffee, wine, and fresh fruit. Guest rooms are swanky and simple, with dark-wood floors, floor-to-ceiling murals, and more huge windows facing south and west. A plant in every room (ostensibly a carbon-offsetting touch) and triple-house-filtered bottled water all contribute to an environmentally friendly ethos. Jimmy, the rooftop bar next to the outdoor pool, is always a winner. Bring your fashion A-game: the James attracts a well-dressed crowd.

Bookishly handsome, this stately landmark brownstone is inspired by the nearby New York Public Library, using books as a theme. Each of its 10 guest floors is dedicated to one of the 10 categories of the Dewey Decimal System and is stocked with art and books relevant to subtopics such as philosophy, astronomy, or biography. The staff is hospitable, and the whole property is old-leather-armchair comfortable, whether you're unwinding in front of the library fireplace or relaxing in the roof garden or the second floor reading room. Madison & Vine, a bistro and wine bar, is the hotel's restaurant. 

Embodying the effortlessly cool attitude of the surrounding neighborhood, this stylish hotel pleases guests with everything from the cozy first-floor lounge with a limestone fireplace to the romantic trellis-covered garden out back. People stay here for the scene and the solicitous service—the popular in-house restaurant, Dirty French, draws locals as well as visitors, as much for the food as for the people-watching and signature cocktails. The terrace rooms are worth a splurge for a bit of private outdoor space and sweeping views.

A ½-mile hike from a small parking lot near a Coast Guard station brings you to this romantic hideout, a restored lighthouse overlooking the Hudson River. Accommodations are simple and rustic—you make up your own bed at night, and the shared bathroom has a composting toilet—but the two bedrooms are bright and have expansive views. Be sure to climb to the lantern house, which looks across the river at the Clermont estate. Outdoor decks make for idyllic picnics; at low tide stairs lead to a beach.

This lovely 1837 Greek Revival inn sits on a secluded, grassy property between Westfield and Chautauqua. Rooms are traditionally furnished with period antiques and reproductions: some are dressed in flirty florals and ruffles, others have a more tailored look, with handsome four-poster beds; a few have balconies and fireplaces. The modern-built Carriage House rooms are the largest, with double whirlpool baths. Big, gourmet breakfasts, which could include amaretto-soaked French toast or four-cheese-and-tarragon omelet, are served in the cozy dining room.

This popular hotel may seem businesslike, but it's geared toward families or leisure travelers—especially the studios and spacious suites, which have full kitchens and private terraces. Guest rooms are large, and the property features local art. The second-floor club lounge provides business services, a library of design and art books, a communal table with extra outlets, and a coffee and tea station for guest use. There's a grab-and-go area in the lobby. All rooms have a mini-refrigerator and some have a microwave, and half all suites have urban kitchens with a stove top, tea kettle, and tableware for four. A 24-hour valet service and complimentary Wi-Fi are offered, along with a continental breakfast daily (at $20 per person). 

A pioneer when it opened back in 2004, this hip hotel is still a great choice if you want to be in the thick of the neighborhood's dining and nightlife scene, with the added bonus of stunning views. The decor is minimalist and neutral-toned—but the floor-to-ceiling windows provide all the adornment you need. Most of the large bathrooms have either Japanese-inspired deep soaking tubs or oversize steam showers. The mezzanine lobby is the living room of the hotel, with plush couches and a meeting table with views of Rivington Street. 

Fairy-tale-inspired Miami style and a chic SoHo vibe make this hotel a winner for anyone looking for a downtown pied-à-terre. Standard rooms are on the small side, but with the serene blue-and-white color scheme, mirrored surfaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows, the design (and the striking views) helps overcome space concerns. Opt for a room on one of the higher floors and shower with sweeping skyline views (but leave modesty at home: showers have floor-to-ceiling glass, too). Downstairs, the public spaces are classy and inviting, with a beautiful arched passageway lined with ivy and sparkling lights serving as the entrance, a pebbled garden with a swing to sit in, and an intimate restaurant set in a greenhouse-like space, lit by candles and chandeliers.

This hotel is a great embodiment of the vibe of the neighborhood inhabitants: hip, but friendly when you're acquainted. Rooms are stylishly stark, black-and-white affairs, with low platform beds whose headboards are light boxes displaying works by the photographer Lee Friedlander. The desk space can be cramped, and although the windows are big, come nighttime, rooms can feel seriously dark. Suites, on the building's corners, have balconies with sweeping views of both downtown and Midtown—some of the best in the city. The neighborhood is a nexus for nightlife, and the hotel's bar is a great place to start.

A former cooperage on the Brooklyn waterfront has found new life as the Wythe Hotel, a stunner for its Manhattan-skyline views, locally sourced design touches, and amenities. The factory building near the Brooklyn Brewery, built in 1901, utilized reclaimed pine from the original building to create rustic ceilings. Rooms have a Brooklyn sensibility, with polished concrete floors (plus underfloor heating), local custom-patterned wallpaper, and surround sound controlled by your iPhone. The menu of the cozy ground-floor restaurant, Le Crocodile, is undeniably French-inspired and the rooftop Bar Blondeau is a good spot for cocktails and Manhattan views. 

A sleek hotel with a design that melds mid-century modern furniture and Scandinavian minimalism, 11 Howard is an elegant downtown base. Standard rooms can feel a bit beige, but the colorful neighborhood and the scene at Le Coucou, the trendy restaurant downstairs, provide plenty of distraction. If the chic restaurant scene is more than you're looking for, the Library serves drinks and breakfast in a soothing guest-only space that's also ideal for getting work done.

This 18th-century stagecoach inn has elegant, spacious guest rooms furnished with a well-assembled blend of antique and contemporary country pieces. All rooms have down comforters and thick robes. In the Hotchkiss Room, which has a fireplace, French doors lead out to a walled terrace. A renovated barn 25 feet from the back door contains the private Barn Suite, with a kitchen and king-size sleigh bed. Grassy grounds, with stone walls, gardens, and a hot tub, surround the inn, which is a 10-minute drive outside the city.

The lodge, 5 mi south of Lake Placid, was built in 1927 on the shore of Heart Lake. It's run by the nonprofit Adirondack Mountain Club, which also runs the High Peaks Information Center here. The lodge has private rooms, family bunk rooms that sleep four to six, and a coed sleeping area with 18 beds. The main room has a stone fireplace, and the dining room serves homemade breads and soups. You may also order trail lunches here. There's a small beach on the property, and trailheads are steps away. The lodge has canoes and kayaks, and snowshoe and cross-country-ski rentals are available at the information center. Also on the grounds are two cabins, three canvas cabins, 36 campsites, and 36 lean-tos. A Modified American Plan for dining is available to lodge guests staying for three or five nights.

A reasonably priced option in an increasingly popular area of Harlem with plenty of access to public transportation at 125th Street, this branch of the Aloft chain delivers cheerful service and a fun atmosphere. Guest rooms make good use of their space and have sustainable wood-grain accents and faux-cork touches. Bathrooms are sleek, with spacious glass-walled showers. Downstairs has a bar, a pool table, and a revolving display of art from local artists. The 24-hour Re:fuel grab-and-go section in the lobby sells everything from fresh produce to snacks like chips, candy, and bottled juices.

The smell of freshly baked cookies welcomes you to this turn-of-the-20th-century home. Guest-room furnishings are a blend of Victorian and country-romantic styles. Two rooms have whirlpool tubs, three have electric fireplaces, and one has a private porch. The living room also has a gas fireplace.

Rooftop bar Spyglass, with its killer view of the Empire State Building, is the star of this boutique property just south of Bryant Park, with its subtly industrial-inspired look that nods to the neighborhood’s past. The Archer has rooms that feel contemporary, if a bit cramped (standard rooms average 180 square feet). Still, if you’re not looking for space and don’t care about amenities like a gym or spa, this makes for a well-priced, conveniently located stay. Standouts of the property include the gorgeous, subway-tiled bathrooms stocked with Malin+Goetz products and Frette robes.