61 Best Hotels in New York City, New York

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.

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 best rooms face Manhattan's skyline, but you can also take in the views from the sixth-floor terrace, where Bar Blondeau serves inventive cocktails and light fare. The menu of the cozy ground-floor restaurant, Le Crocodile, is undeniably French-inspired. Bunk bed rooms are a good value.

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.

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.

A late-19th-century, redbrick, Gothic-style building on the landscaped grounds of a seminary was transformed into this lovely hotel that's full of original architectural details like stained-glass windows and pine floors. This retreat, with views of the High Line, has rooms filled with natural light, vintage-inspired furniture, and pretty rugs over hardwood floors. Intimate and inviting, this is one New York hotel where you will want to spend some time. The private garden is an ideal spot to relax with a pour-over coffee (from Intelligentsia) or a glass of wine. The little details make this property special, from the free Wi-Fi and flower arrangements to the decorative fireplaces in some of the rooms.

It's all about location at this Upper West Side hotel, situated three blocks from Central Park, 10 blocks from Lincoln Center, next door to the Beacon Theatre, and steps from both the American Museum of Natural History and Zabar's, the iconic gourmet grocery store. All of the generously sized rooms and suites (which have a sofa bed in the living room) have full kitchenettes (stocked with coffeemakers, pots and pans, and toasters) and marble bathrooms. Closets are huge, and high floors have views of Central Park, the Hudson River, or the Midtown skyline. A small fitness center has modern equipment, though you might prefer to go jogging in the nearby park. The lobby and the Beacon Bar, a contemporary and dimly lit watering hole with small plates and classic cocktails, bring a modern polish to this Beaux-Arts destination, which has been welcoming guests since 1908. The staff here are especially friendly and helpful.

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.

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). 

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. 

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 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.

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.

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.

A favorite for its comfortable rooms and great location, the Casablanca evokes the sultry Mediterranean with its colors and decor, including a lobby outfitted with mirrors and mosaics, wooden blinds, and bistro tables—it's all rather theatrical, but then again, so is the neighborhood. Huge tiled bathrooms, all with windows, include bathrobes and slippers, and the rooms (there are also six slightly larger mini-suites) have soundproofed windows to limit noise from Times Square. On the second floor, music plays while guests linger in the spacious Rick's Café for the complimentary continental breakfast buffet and wine-and-cheese evenings.

Rooms at the City Club are bright, basic, and rather compact—like cabins on an ocean liner—and have city-themed photos from the '50s, CO Bigelow toiletries, and hotel-monogrammed wool blankets. There's no bar on-site, nor a gym, but guests who book directly through the hotel receive free access to a nearby Blink Fitness.

An indulgent-yet-reasonable surprise in a quiet Battery Park City location, this suites-only hotel has many coveted amenities: significant square footage, a breezy rooftop bar, and access to green space in nearby Hudson River Park. Every two-room suite has a separate bedroom and living area—starting at 430 square feet. Luxurious extras include a wet bar, espresso machine, and huge walk-in shower. A natural choice for business travelers, this hotel is also good for families (with a movie theater and Shake Shack in the same complex). The seasonal Loopy Doopy rooftop bar has Hudson river views and serves "Poptails" of fruit and sparkling wine. The ground-floor restaurant, Atrio, serves Mediterranean-influenced meals from an open kitchen, with spillover space in the futuristic lobby, anchored by a 14-story mural by Sol LeWitt.

This Midtown hotel specializes in style more than comfort, but for the price it's still quite livable, despite some over-the-top design features and the noise from scenesters headed to the rooftop bar. The dreamscape starts in the lobby, which contains an enormous two-story cylindrical neon-lighted aquarium. Rooms have stark white walls, modern furniture, and psychedelic patterned headboards. Stay here if you love modern touches like plasma TVs, texting with the multilingual staff, and a velvet-rope bar with views at PHD Terrace. You can also get sociable with games at Fishbowl, and dine on rustic Italian fare at Serafina. There's a second Dream Hotel in the Meatpacking District.

Overlooking Lincoln Center, one block from Central Park, and convenient to midtown shopping and sights, the showstopper of this hotel is a seasonal outdoor pool and a rooftop lounge with live music and entertainment. Rooms are well maintained and comfortable, although the patterned floors and wallpaper in earthy colors in guest rooms could do with updating to be more in line with the bold and graphic lobby. Although there's no on-site restaurant, lively PJ Clarke's is on the ground floor, and the hotel's location across the street from Lincoln Center means there are ample restaurants, cafés, and quick bites within a few steps.

On one of Greenpoint’s trendiest shopping and dining streets, this industrial-chic boutique hotel tucks you right into the neighborhood and makes you feel at home. The plant-filled, on-site Madre restaurant has become a neighborhood gathering point, with Mediterranean-inspired dishes made from locally sourced ingredients and a short but sweet cocktail menu.

Elegant, cozy, and charming, this boutique accommodation from Thompson Hotels (a Hyatt affiliate) offers good value and chic design, including beds with custom leather headboards and Sferra linens. The rooms are small, but come with custom-made wooden desks and tables. The Gold Street location, though slightly hard to find, is a short walk from downtown's central banks and businesses as well as a few blocks from the Seaport and City Hall.

A sleek, modern boutique hotel, the Gotham has a lot going for it, from good-size rooms to nice amenities, but a clincher is that every room has outdoor space. There are no more than four rooms per floor, allowing families and larger parties to take over entire floors if desired. Upper floors have only two rooms per floor, both with terrific east- and westward views. Rooms are large—around 300 square feet—and include king-size beds, and gorgeous tiled bathrooms with rain showerheads and Molton Brown bath amenities. The location's past was a family-owned bookstore, so you'll come across some vintage books and its aptly-named steakhouse restaurant, The Reading Room. Parking is with an affiliated garage across the street. 

Conveniently located near Grand Central, this large, historic hotel (originally built as the Commodore in 1919) is now a sleek and modern central hub with a fresh-looking lobby that has low-slung leather furniture and two towering Jaume Plensa sculptures. Rooms are a minimum of 250 square feet, with pops of color on the walls, tons of electrical outlets, and an efficient settee-table setup that's ideal for an in-room drink or a few hours of work. The convenient 24-hour Market on the ground floor has coffee, snacks, hot meals, liquor, and fresh fruit. New York Central restaurant has a slick design and a market-driven, seasonal menu. A bar overlooking 42nd Street attracts a large after-work crowd for beer and sports on a row of flat-screen TVs.