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Looking for the best New York hotels for your next big-city getaway? Whether you’re after skyline views, boutique charm or a place that lets you crash in style without blowing your budget, the Empire City delivers in spades. From luxe digs in the Meatpacking District to wallet-friendly rooms steps from Broadway, here’s where to stay in New York.
Best New York Times Square hotels
Hard Rock Hotel New York
Music lovers, take note. This bold, rock-inspired hotel comes with plush rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and a rooftop bar with serious city views. Every turn is met with memorabilia from Rock ‘n’ Roll past, while the invigorating Rock Om wellness studio turns down the volume for a well-balanced stay just moments from the Big Apple’s core.
Hilton Garden Inn New York
Centrally located and budget-friendly, this classic New York hotel offers simple comfort and unbeatable access to all the action. Walk just 10 minutes to the centre of Times Square and three blocks to the subway station – and return to the onsite steak house for a signature dry-aged porterhouse.
Kimpton Theta
Modern, fresh and effortlessly cool, Kimpton Theta offers boutique styling just minutes from the neon glow of Times Square. This sophisticated stay is strategically placed for exploration, yet provides a calm respite from bustling Midtown – even boasting its own leafy rooftop bar for warm nights in.
InterContinental New York Times Square
Soaring above Times Square, this luxe tower delivers a polished stay with all the trimmings – think skyline views and a craft cocktail lounge inspired by the city’s iconic rooftop bars. It’s also deep in the famed theatre district, so the glam of Broadway is well within reach.
Best luxury hotels in New York
Gansevoort Meatpacking
Stylish and social, this upscale address features a 45-foot heated rooftop pool, a swanky Omakase restaurant with panoramic city views and prime positioning in one of Manhattan’s coolest pockets. This timeless spot was the first luxury hotel in the Meatpacking District and remains a cultural fixture – attracting locals and visitors alike.
Waldorf Astoria
An icon in its own right, this grand dame of New York hotels is all about old-school elegance and legendary service. Notably, the hotel has hosted every US president since 1931, invented in-room dining and was once the largest hotel in the world. It has recently undergone a historic revamp and is making a highly anticipated return in April 2025.
Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
Discover a nightlife-lover’s dream with moody pop art-filled interiors, a glass-bottomed pool and one of the city’s most photogenic rooftops. Come in summer for famous Beachclub parties or head to the PHD Rooftop Lounge for year-round tunes.
Best affordable hotels in New York
INNSiDE by Meliá New York NOMAD
Crisp, contemporary and well-located in Chelsea, this hotel is a great pick for travellers seeking out smart design and convenience at a fair price. The onsite Wilson restaurant provides globally inspired dishes alongside seasonal cocktails, and upgraded rooms offer the rare luxury of an outdoor terrace with breathtaking views.
Romer Hell’s Kitchen
Full of local charm, Romer brings a boutique feel without the boutique price tag – right near Broadway and Hell’s Kitchen eats. The hotel’s quintessentially New York brownstone facade and sultry piano bar give it a unique yet authentic feel.
Walker Hotel Tribeca
Yes, you can stay in Manhattan without maxing out your credit card. This downtown gem delivers intimate rooms and stylish spaces – like a sub-cellar speakeasy bar, seasonal rooftop lounge and moody cafe – in one of the city’s most celeb-studded neighbourhoods. Plus, you can walk down the road to Chinatown’s best restaurants and enjoy the convenience of a subway station right on your doorstep.
Best boutique hotels in New York
NoMo Soho
Hidden behind a leafy archway in SoHo, this hotel feels part art installation, part urban oasis – a favourite for creatives and weekend wanderers alike. Inside, you’ll find farm-to-fork cuisine at the greenhouse-inspired NoMo Kitchen and a romantic rose garden terrace for moments of calm amid the city buzz.
Wythe Hotel Brooklyn
Housed in a 1901 factory in Williamsburg and awarded a Michelin Key, Wythe manages to keep things cool with exposed brick walls, high ceilings and views across the East River to Manhattan. Dine at Le Crocodile to find out why all the top magazines are calling this one of the best hotels in the city.
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Feature image: Dream Downtown, by Hyatt
