158 Best Hotels in New York City, New York

The landmarked clock tower in the 1909 Metropolitan Life building that overlooks Madison Square Park also houses an ultrasleek hotel—masterminded by renowned hotelier Ian Schrager—with neutral-tone rooms, a luxurious lobby bar, and a highly regarded restaurant, The Clocktower, helmed by British chef Jason Atheron.

Housed in a 12-floor Neo-Renaissance former bank building from 1912, Nine Orchard is one of the chicest places in lower Manhattan to lay one's head for the night. The rooms are bigger than average and are loaded with thoughtful touches: need make-up remover? Check the bathroom toiletries. Forgot your electrical adopter for your European or British electronic gadget? An adopter is in a bedside drawer. Wrinkled clothes? There's a steamer  in the closet. Need a NY-centric soundtrack to your stay? A custom speaker system streams songs into your room to go along with the work of local artists on the walls. 

Stepping through the Peninsula’s Beaux-Arts facade onto the grand staircase beneath a monumental chandelier, you know you’re in for a glitzy treat. Expect impressive personalized service, exceptionally comfortable rooms, bespoke toiletries, and inviting on-site amenities like the 22nd-floor indoor pool and urban oasis Peninsula Spa. The hotel's rooftop bar, Pen Top, was renovated in 2024 and is one of Midtown's poshest cocktail experiences, with a spacious outdoor terrace open all year.

The iconic grande dame across from Central Park has played host to aristocrats and Hollywood actors, but it prides itself on treating all its guests like royalty, offering five-star service that lives up to expectations, from elevator operators, to 24-hour laundry/dry cleaning service. There's even access to a Jaguar sedan house car (subject to availability). If you're lucky enough to have a west-facing room, you'll be greeted with sweeping views of Central Park, the iconic twin spires of the San Remo, breathtaking foliage in fall, or the Wollman ice rink in winter. These are no doubt some of the best views Manhattan has to offer. After settling in, have a well-prepared meal in The Rotunda, a luxurious circular dining space wrapped entirely in hand-painted frescoes.

Famous children's book character Eloise's adopted home on the corner of Central Park, this landmark property is one of New York's most storied hotels, hosting all manner of dignitaries, moneymakers, and royalty. Managed by Fairmont, The Plaza emphasizes service, with white-glove butlers for each guest room and suite, and in-room portable touch screens for contacting the concierge or just turning down the lights. The rooms themselves strike a balance between old-fashioned and modern: yes, there are flat-screen televisions and USB ports, but the design is old-school, with opulent gold-leaf fixtures, faux-fur throws, and big, beaux-arts–style headboards. An Eloise-theme tea is served in the classic Palm Court. The expansive Guerlain spa includes a hammam and a wine lounge.

A multihued series of stacked blocks standing out from its prewar neighbors "in the Heights," this boutique hotel knew it needed to be cool, affordable, and authentic to attract visitors all the way uptown, and it is all of these in spades. Rooms are contemporary and stylish, with polished concrete floors, light wood furnishings and sleeping spaces that are minimal in style and palette, while accent walls and bathrooms pop in one primary color pulled from the facade. There are family-friendly options with bunks, studios that are more podlike, as well as king, double, and ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in rain showers. Suites includes a pullout sofa and expansive views of the Manhattan skyline. Despite its busy location just off 181st Street and overlooking the Harlem River Drive, the Radio is quiet and calm, well, in guest rooms, at least; the on-site restaurant, Jalao, an outpost of a popular restaurant of the same name in Santo Domingo, in the Dominican Republic, offers classic and authentic Dominican food that is a huge hit with locals (the neighboring community is known as "Little DR"), which makes it a lively vibe that you will want to join. Speaking of locals, hotel programming brings the neighborhood's rich culture and vibrancy in with bachata lessons in the spacious courtyard, customized pop-up shops with local artists, and neighborhood food tours. Bustling Washington Heights offers plentiful attractions, bodegas, and bars, but Midtown Manhattan is a direct and surprisingly fast subway ride on the nearby 1 or A trains. Yankee Stadium is a 10-minute cab ride. 

Harlem officially has a new hotel, further marking its territory on the New York City tourism scene. The Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel is hard to miss, with its bright lights out front that read "Victoria," an ode to being in the space of the famed Victoria Theater. With the Apollo Theater going under a massive expansion this year, The Apollo Stages at The Victoria are accessible via the third floor of the hotel's building. On the fifth floor is where you'll find the hotel's front desk, along with a restaurant/bar, appropriately named The Victoria Theater Restaurant, which offers live music on select nights. The highest rooms can be found on the 27th floor, and when the elevator doors open, you're greeted with floor-to-ceiling window views of Harlem. Overall, the vibe is super swanky, with gold accents throughout the building, and plenty of dedicated memorabilia to some of Harlem's most prominent musical figures.

It's all about the park views here, though the above-and-beyond service, accommodating to a fault, makes this renowned hotel popular with celebs and other guests who can afford premier luxury travel. A top-to-bottom renovation in 2019 brought fresh furnishings and artistic details to guest rooms, lobby and common areas, the restaurant and lounges, and the impeccable La Prairie spa. Competition is fierce among the elite hotels near Central Park's south side, so, in addition to typical high-end perks like fine bath products and luxe linens, the Ritz offers uncommon amenities in some rooms, like a telescope for viewing park wildlife. For dining, Contour has comfortable leather chairs and a modern American menu; its bar and lounge areas make a nice escape from Midtown bustle.

The Rockaways had been gaining popularity for years but its status was cemented with this trendy newcomer, giving surfers and sunbathers a reason to stay overnight—guests can expect a beachy and mid-century modern decor, with lots of light teak wood, rattan and linen accents, and marine blues and grays that catch the sunlight. There are two restaurants onsite, one on the roof, and Margie's, which can be accessed through the lobby. Of course, there's also a serene pool with loungers and a snack bar, plus a spa, if you want to get away from the beachfront masses. One- and two-bedroom bungalows include kitchenettes for long-term guests.

The main draw of the Belvedere, which was built during the 1920s, is its Times Square/Theater District location; the rooms, which are basic but clean and relatively spacious, have kitchenettes (useful for families) with a microwave, mini-refrigerator, and coffeemaker. Executive rooms are much brighter and even bigger. The helpful staff and 24-hour fitness center also help to make this affordable hotel a solid pick.

On the well-heeled corner of Madison Avenue and 76th Street, the Carlyle fuses venerable elegance with Manhattan swank, and calls for the aplomb of entering a Chanel boutique: walk in chin high, ready to impress (and be impressed). Everything about this Upper East Side landmark suggests cultivated refinement: some rooms remain decorated with fine antique furniture, while a good number of them have undergone a modern revision in 2021. Its famed black and white marble lobby remains, and dining and entertainment options can't help but captivate, especially when cabaret luminaries hold court at the Café Carlyle; Bemelmans Bar is one of the greatest old-school cocktail spots in New York; and Dowling's at Carlyle, opened in fall 2021, can give the lunch clientele something to chew on with an impressive pre-fixe lunch menu. For pampering, the Valmont Spa and Yves Durif Salon can buff, polish, and glow you up for a fancy night out. If you want the fragrance of timeless uptown elegance to go; look for the hotel's collaboration with Brooklyn-based perfumer, D.S. & Durga, named for the hotel.

This popular hotel may seem business-like 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 having 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). 

Though the nearby Standard, High Line has stolen some of its thunder, there's still plenty to draw guests to this chic Meatpacking District pioneer, starting with the sleek rooms that overlook the city or the Hudson River and the rooftop deck with a 45-foot heated pool. Rooms feature a vibrant color scheme of fuchsia, plum, and gold, as well as either floor-to-ceiling or wall-to-wall photography and artwork. The Chester restaurant serves elevated pub grub. The rooftop is home to Saishin, an omakase-focused sushi spot with a great view. 

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. 

Fantasies of Old New York—Manhattan straight from the pages of Edith Wharton and Henry James, an era of genteel brick town houses and Tiffany lamps—spring to life at this discreet, romantic inn. One of the city's most famous tea salons, Lady Mendl's, is on the lobby level. Rooms have ornamental fireplaces, four-poster beds with embroidered linens, wooden shutters, and glossy cherrywood floors, though they are getting a bit timeworn. The room named after Madame Olenska (a lovelorn Wharton character) has a bay window with sitting nook—this is one of the most memorable spots in New York, perfect for a special anniversary.

The perfect combo of uptown panache and downtown chic, the Mark has striped marble floors, opulently appointed rooms, tons of fresh-cut flowers, and a restaurant by renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. This hotel sparkles top to bottom, from the modernist furnishings in the lobby to the cow-print upholstery in the chic bar just off the entrance. Rooms are modern, with plush Italian linens, Sub-Zero freezers for ice, and more closet space than most New York City apartments. Bathrooms have heated-marble floors, decadent sunken tubs, and enough towels to dry a small nation. There's a state-of-the-art gym; a posh Frédéric Fekkai salon for beautiful blowouts and color treatments; and the "Bergdorf Goodman Express" pedicab service, which will take you right from the hotel's front door to one of the world's most famous department stores on 5th Avenue.

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 commitment to next-level eco-friendly policies is evident in the smallest details at this hotel, from in-room chalkboards (instead of notepads) to triple-filtered water straight from the taps that eliminates the need for bottled water. Surprisingly quiet rooms are sleek and inviting, with huge walk-in showers, cozy window seats, and memorably comfortable beds. Extra conveniences include clear light controls, a big flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities, and Jams restaurant from Jonathan Waxman right downstairs. With living (green plants) vertical walls at every door entry, this hotel leaves a lasting impression that makes guests think about how their choices impact the environment.

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.

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.

A sleek, affordable boutique chain operation in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, Aloft is a lively yet comfortable offering from the Marriott group.

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.

With the Empire State Building just two blocks north, Koreatown a few blocks west, the Flatiron District seven blocks south, and easy access to subway lines, bars, and restaurants, the compact but stylish Arlo NoMad is perfectly positioned for the visitor who cares more about proximity and value than floor space and amenities. Rooms feature space-saving design (under-bed storage, a pegboard closet system, no-tub bathrooms, etc.) and trendy decor, but they really are not designed to linger in: get ready and get going, once you have appreciated those floor-to-ceiling Empire State Building views from the Sky Rooms and the popular rooftop bar with an interactive glass floor tile and Middle Eastern influenced menu. There's also a bodega-like pantry and, instead of a fitness center, classes, gym and CitiBike passes. Excellent events—from rooftop soirees to happy hours to art receptions—solidify Arlo's target on a trendy young crowd, as do the co-working spaces, 12 bunk rooms, and local art. 

This design-forward hotel—formerly The Williamsburg Hotel—has elegant touches in each room, from the leather headboards to the exposed brass pipes in the bathrooms. Rooms can be a refuge from the hotel's weekend nighttime party scene, spread across four different areas of the hotel. The on-site restaurant has an excellent eclectic menu, ranging from artisanal pizzas to elevated Mexican fare.

If a good night's rest is essential for your visit, the Benjamin has you covered, with its soothing, modern, neutral-hue rooms; 10-curated pillow menu (including buckwheat, back or side support, and Swedish memory-foam varieties); noise machine; earplugs and eye masks; on-demand meditation sessions; and 500-thread-count sheets. Curl up with an ebook or audiobook from a special bedtime reading program. While awake, you can take advantage of the kitchenettes in all of the rooms, the handy location near Grand Central Terminal, and high-quality service from a friendly staff. Special amenities are also geared to youngsters, including a NYC children's map. 

This industrial-chic property just two subway stops from Manhattan has spacious rooms, balconies with skyline views, and downright huge bathrooms. What's more, the high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows are features not commonly found in Manhattan, especially at such a reasonable price. Catching the sunset behind the Manhattan cityscape—from the rooftop lounge or privacy of your room—is a real highlight. The lobby lounge has a fireplace and shelves stocked with books from the Strand. The all-day restaurant, Beebe's, serves new American dishes and thin-crust pizzas. While Long Island City is rapidly changing, Its location does feel a bit isolated.

An iconic, vintage yellow cab is permanently parked outside this former door factory-turned-stylish hotel featuring not just rooms, but 40 suites that feel like stylish New York City apartments—complete with kitchens, living rooms, and homey touches like book-lined shelves. Some suites even have terraces or balconies.

This boutique hideaway in an 1825 Federal-style building is a favorite of design enthusiasts, both for its striking five-story atrium and for its convenient location near the neighborhood's best shops and galleries. Rooms are tight on space, though if you can splurge on the penthouse, you'll get a massive terrace. This property is a prime pick for guests who want to get a feel for downtown day-to-day life.

A city landmark towering over the New York Public Library and Bryant Park in a Midtown sweet spot, this sleek hotel has rooms featuring padded leather headboards with decorative bolster pillows and marble bathrooms with rainfall shower heads and Molton Brown products. Rooms are bigger than average, though those on the lower floors tend to be a bit dark and don't have great views. Both the Koi restaurant and Célon Cocktail Bar & Lounge are popular with the after-work crowd, though later in the evening both the restaurants and the neighborhood tend to get quiet. Still, during the day, the location can't be beat, with 5th Avenue and Times Square quick walks from the front door.