51 Best Hotels in New York City, New York

The Ace is not your ordinary boutique hotel; the lively lobby melds the look of an Ivy League library with the concept of a curiosity cabinet—eclectic artwork, mosaic tile floors, wooden bookcases, antique sofas, a photo booth—and the vibe is laid-back, making it a popular hangout for freelancers and creatives. The rooms run from "Small," "Large," "Medium Queen," "Medium King," and "Bunk" (traditional bunk bed, sleeps 2) to "Loft Suite," indicative of the hotel's inclusive high/low ethos. No two rooms are alike, with original artwork and curated furnishings like turntables, Gibson guitars, and exclusive Pendleton wool blankets. The Lobby Bar has good food and quality drinks though there are plenty of great restaurants and bars in the neighborhood. A Stumptown coffee bar on-site will keep you caffeinated.

Sun-streaked, spacious rooms define this new art-centric boutique hotel in the formerly industrial enclave of Long Island City known as Dutch Kills. The queen deluxe rooms are larger than most NYC studios, and come outfitted with stylish, modernist-inspired furnishings, a kitchenette, and a Juliet balcony. Half the rooms have outdoor spaces and since it’s family-built, owned, and designed, there’s an intimate warmth to the intentionally curated rooms. There’s also a small on-site fitness center, work space, and an art gallery furnished with plush sculptural chairs on the ground floor, which doubles as an event space and features the work of local artists.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Europeans and students know about the chipper, winning attitude of this friendly, no-frills hotel, where the public spaces and themed rooms have been painted by artists. Some guest quarters have en-suite bathrooms, otherwise there are shared, very clean, unisex bathrooms on each floor.

Hotels have started to realize what New Yorkers themselves have known for years: that Long Island City is a convenient base for exploring Manhattan. All the budget chains are here, but among the most smartly located is the Courtyard by Marriott hotel, right near multiple subway lines, in a neighborhood that has gone from shabby warehouses to gleaming high-rises in the blink of an eye. Rooms are incredibly spacious and more reasonably priced than their Manhattan counterparts. Meanwhile, the hotel restaurant nosh! offers breakfast sandwiches and evening cocktails, and hotel staff will help you choose among a wealth of local dining options, including the nearby Adda Indian Canteen, that offer delivery.

Directly across the street from the American Museum of Natural History, this well-kept, old-school spot has rooms with warm lighting, comfortable beds, and work desks that have ergonomic chairs. The hotel restaurant, Calle Ocho, is a Latin-fusion spot that serves lunch and dinner alongside a cocktail list full of refreshing choices. The library lounge—with leather sofas, a cozy fireplace, and tables with built-in game boards—is an unexpected plus. On the negative side is a staff that sometimes seems too busy to focus on customer service.

Queens is home to two of New York's major airports, and LaGuardia is much closer to the action than John F. Kennedy. Fairfield Inn by Marriott New York LaGuardia Airport/Astoria is overall a no-frills accommodation, and offers a complimentary shuttle from LGA. It's close to some of Astoria's top restaurants, but you won't need that convenience for the first meal of the day since a fantastic continental breakfast is included with your stay.

Located at a busy TriBeCa intersection close to subways, the boutique Frederick Hotel is an ideal launching pad for exploring downtown neighborhoods. The building dates from 1828 (and famously hosted Abraham Lincoln), and while a 2018 overhaul transformed the former Cosmopolitan Hotel into today's modern accommodations, you can still enjoy historic photos hanging in its common spaces. The hotel rises seven stories, and its guest rooms are undoubtedly compact, but balanced with modern touches and New York–inspired design details like artistic maps on subway tiles in the bathrooms. There's also a small fitness center. Primo's bar adds an art deco flair, while neighborhood-fave Serafina serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and room service.

The New York location of this hip hotel combines chic-but-homey design, several restaurants and bars, and accommodations that range from single rooms to rooms with bunk beds to suites. Blocky wood furniture and funky art, with murals painted by local Bard College students and alumni make a stay here feel like you're visiting your coolest college friend's apartment though the rooms don't have much in the way of amenities (bring your own body lotion). The several on-site dining and drinking destinations include a rooftop outpost of Miami's award-winning Broken Shaker as well as the ground floor, Latin-inflected Comodo restaurant and Smile-to-Go for coffee, breakfast, and sandwiches. 

Situated near the impressive Cornell Tech campus, the sustainably built and LEED-certified hotel caters to visiting family and faculty and nods to the school with and a lobby filled with 5,000-square-feet of bookshelves, campus colors that continue into the lobby bar, and communal seating with a library feel to invite study and congregation. Rooms offer floor-to-ceiling views of Manhattan and beyond, Roosevelt-Island-specific art, contemporary lighting, and cool wallpapered bathrooms. You'll also find hallway portraits of FDR and a copy of his famous "Four Freedoms Speech" in every guest room, good to read before you visit the nearby memorial to the late president, Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park. The sexy rooftop bar and lounge is the main win here: it offers panoramic views as well as an art deco--inspired bar and mirrored DJ booth. The ground floor restaurant serves seasonal American food in a bright modern space lined with bookshelves or out on the patio.

Situated near Penn Station and convenient for Chelsea's attractions, the Hotel Hayden doesn't look like much from outside, but step inside, and a stylish atmosphere unfolds—all the way to your room. The colorfully bedecked rooms (and two suites) are large by New York hotel standards and are equipped with coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi, plush bathrobes, and a cozier-than-usual bed.

In the center of the dynamic Lower East Side, this hotel is a great base for restaurants, nightlife, and people-watching, and it's hard to beat the sweeping city views from the Mr. Purple restaurant and bar and terrace on the 15th floor. The neighborhood's artistic spirit is honored through the hotel's emphasis on art, which is notable, especially for a chain hotel. Rooms aren't huge—as is common in this part of Manhattan—but they are bright and cozy.

Fashionistas and other modish folks who mind their budgets are drawn to this stylish, affordable hotel with its fabulous lobby (resembling a set from A Midsummer Night's Dream) and contemporary art that's an escape from the usual hotel design. Starting at just 150 square feet, some rooms are tight on space but do have nice touches such as rich wood-paneled walls, work desks, and peekaboo showers. The hotel's once-splashy lounge has closed, but guests can still relax in the common areas with games and comfy seating (but no drinks served).

If space is a priority, head to the southern tip of Manhattan: this sleek Hyatt Centric hotel has generously sized rooms with large windows, hardwood floors, 12-foot ceilings, and extra-large bathrooms. Deluxe rooms are 450 square feet, with king beds and roomy bathrooms with walk-in rain showers. The on-site restaurant is open daily for breakfast, and the Centric Bar & Grill serves breakfast and dinner, with lounge service all day. This full-service, modern hotel also has an always-open fitness center, is kid-friendly, and welcomes dogs (with a one-time cleaning fee).

Tall and pale, the tower that houses the new Hyatt Place is not particularly easy on the eyes, but when you're marveling at the stunning skyscraper-laden view from an upper-floor room, you won't give a damn what the facade looks like. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, blackout shades, complimentary water, coffeemakers, ultracomfy king-size beds, and 50-inch, flat-screen TVs. The in-house eatery and bar doesn't compare to the surrounding restaurant landscape—all the more reason to take advantage of the Chelsea restaurant scene. 

If you want to be near Midtown but a bit removed from the hustle and bustle, this hotel is a great option, with spacious, reasonably priced rooms, expansive views, and solid service that make up for a long walk from most subways. The hotel is within range of Hell's Kitchen's dining, nightlife, and shopping options. Rooms have spacious bathrooms and eco-friendly bath products, and some suites have soaking tubs that are cheekily located in the bedrooms themselves. Though windows are double paned, some street noise can intrude from the nearby West Side Highway, especially on lower floors.

To some, the Jane, with its appealing public spaces, is impossibly chic; to others, the tiny rooms with single beds and a shared unisex bathroom down the hall are reminiscent of Sing Sing. The historic building housed survivors of the Titanic in 1912, and many feel the standard rooms resemble ships' cabins or railway cars. Captain's Cabins are five times larger, with private baths and Hudson views. 

In addition to spacious guest rooms, comfortable beds, oversize bathrooms, and floor-to-ceiling windows, this hotel has the Kimpton chain's clever sense of style—refreshing in an area (just below Penn Station) that's desperately in need of new lodging options. An environmentally conscious hotel, the Eventi has been awarded four green keys by the Green Key Eco-Rating Program. This green spirit continues in the hotel's spa, home to a range of relaxing treatments.

In the heart of Herald Square (just a stone's throw from Macy's), Kixby has the convenience of location and the earnestness of an independent boutique hotel. The elegant lobby gives way to pleasantly modern rooms that feature vintage design touches, spacious showers, and comfy beds with leather headboards. Guests can dine and drink at Black Tap craft burger bar just off the lobby, and take in the incredible Empire State Building view from spacious rooftop bar The Lookup (open seasonally). For the nightly facilities fee, guests get perks like Wi-Fi, free Kixby water bottles, free local calls, in-room Keurig coffeemakers, and a fitness room with Peloton bikes.

The chic, affordable Marcel gives guests both style and substance in a prime location; the small lobby feels a bit like a swanky nightclub but is still comfortable for lounging. Lower-priced rooms are quite small but are decorated with a fun, modern aesthetic that includes bright colors and animal-print designs. The 10th-floor lounge has free coffee and a connecting outdoor patio, creating a welcome respite from the bustling city below.