The Hotel Newton is a budget property on Manhattan's Upper West Side, where it benefits by having a shortage of competing nearby budget hotels. Its a bare-bones building with no fitness center, bar, or meeting rooms. There's no breakfast service, though a relationship with a neighboring diner provides for some measure of room-service. The 108 rooms are dated, but clean and equipped with mini-fridges and microwaves. However, not all have private bathrooms, and there's a fee for Wi-Fi. Travelers may prefer the nearby Days Inn Hotel New York City - Broadway, which has more up-to-date rooms and free Wi-Fi.
The Hotel Newton is a budget property on Manhattan's Upper West Side, where it benefits by having a shortage of competing nearby budget hotels. Its a bare-bones building with no fitness center, bar, or meeting rooms. There's no breakfast service, though a relationship with a neighboring diner provides for some measure of room-service. The 108 rooms are dated, but clean and equipped with mini-fridges and microwaves. However, not all have private bathrooms, and there's a fee for Wi-Fi. Travelers may prefer the nearby Days Inn Hotel New York City - Broadway, which has more up-to-date rooms and free Wi-Fi.
A handsome boutique property in one of New York's most historic neighborhoods, the Walker Hotel Greenwich Village is a sharp four-pearl option. The 113 rooms, while small, are tricked out with a blend of modern and Art Deco details, and rooms on the 10th floor and higher have jaw-dropping skyline views. Locally sourced minibars, high-end Frette linens and -- in some -- wraparound terraces all set this property apart from its nearby competitors. Expect to see travelers sipping coffee in the lobby lounge throughout the day, while the restaurant, Society Cafe, draws a mix of locals and tourists alike. Events like live jazz nights add to the overall throwback vibe. You won't find much like the Walker nearby, but if you need an alternative, the Incentra Village House might fit the bill.
A handsome boutique property in one of New York's most historic neighborhoods, the Walker Hotel Greenwich Village is a sharp four-pearl option. The 113 rooms, while small, are tricked out with a blend of modern and Art Deco details, and rooms on the 10th floor and higher have jaw-dropping skyline views. Locally sourced minibars, high-end Frette linens and -- in some -- wraparound terraces all set this property apart from its nearby competitors. Expect to see travelers sipping coffee in the lobby lounge throughout the day, while the restaurant, Society Cafe, draws a mix of locals and tourists alike. Events like live jazz nights add to the overall throwback vibe. You won't find much like the Walker nearby, but if you need an alternative, the Incentra Village House might fit the bill.
This attractive hotel sits on a less-than-attractive block in the wholesale Garment District, but its free Wi-Fi, lovely rooftop bar, modern restaurant, and proximity to tourist sites make it a great pick for the price. However, the rooms are a bit cramped. The nearby Archer Hotel offers more upscale rooms at just slightly higher prices.
This attractive hotel sits on a less-than-attractive block in the wholesale Garment District, but its free Wi-Fi, lovely rooftop bar, modern restaurant, and proximity to tourist sites make it a great pick for the price. However, the rooms are a bit cramped. The nearby Archer Hotel offers more upscale rooms at just slightly higher prices.
The Whitby Hotel offers a colorful, English-style package near Manhattan's Central Park and MoMa. Catering to couples and business travelers, there’s something intimate about the 86 individually decorated rooms with amenities like flat-screen TVs, posh bathrooms, and minibars. Highlights range from a modern fitness center to an upscale restaurant, and even a state-of-the-art movie theater with Sunday screenings. Still, drawbacks like no coffee- and tea-making facilities in the rooms and a lack of a pool or spa are a bit of a letdown. The Standard High Line is a similar hotel in terms of design and amenities -- albeit with a livelier party vibe -- however, it is perhaps better located in Chelsea near the High Line, hip stores, and fun restaurants.
The Whitby Hotel offers a colorful, English-style package near Manhattan's Central Park and MoMa. Catering to couples and business travelers, there’s something intimate about the 86 individually decorated rooms with amenities like flat-screen TVs, posh bathrooms, and minibars. Highlights range from a modern fitness center to an upscale restaurant, and even a state-of-the-art movie theater with Sunday screenings. Still, drawbacks like no coffee- and tea-making facilities in the rooms and a lack of a pool or spa are a bit of a letdown. The Standard High Line is a similar hotel in terms of design and amenities -- albeit with a livelier party vibe -- however, it is perhaps better located in Chelsea near the High Line, hip stores, and fun restaurants.
All of Marmara's 108 guest rooms are basically studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Some of its rooms might lack the new flat-screens, but it's still a clean, comfortable, pet-friendly option way up in a less-touristed part of the Upper East Side, within walking distance of Central Park and the Guggenheim museum.
All of Marmara's 108 guest rooms are basically studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with full kitchens. Some of its rooms might lack the new flat-screens, but it's still a clean, comfortable, pet-friendly option way up in a less-touristed part of the Upper East Side, within walking distance of Central Park and the Guggenheim museum.
The Vanderbilt YMCA is a hostel-like budget property with numerous on-site features, including access to two pools and a gym, free Wi-Fi, and a communal kitchen. It offers 370 tiny, no-frills rooms with bunk beds as well as single rooms, with limited amenities like flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and, in some, mini-fridges. Bathrooms are shared and guests complain that there are not enough facilities on each floor. There is no dining on-site, but guests tend to overlook this aspect due to the proximity to tourist areas like Times Square and Grand Central Station. Manhattan Broadway Hotel is a good alternative in a similar location with rooms that have private bathrooms, plus mini-fridges and microwaves upon request.
The Vanderbilt YMCA is a hostel-like budget property with numerous on-site features, including access to two pools and a gym, free Wi-Fi, and a communal kitchen. It offers 370 tiny, no-frills rooms with bunk beds as well as single rooms, with limited amenities like flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and, in some, mini-fridges. Bathrooms are shared and guests complain that there are not enough facilities on each floor. There is no dining on-site, but guests tend to overlook this aspect due to the proximity to tourist areas like Times Square and Grand Central Station. Manhattan Broadway Hotel is a good alternative in a similar location with rooms that have private bathrooms, plus mini-fridges and microwaves upon request.
With shared bathrooms and hilariously small (though cleverly designed) rooms, this West Village landmark offers quirky accommodations for hipsters on a tight budget -- most rooms cost a fraction of the New York average. Pod 39 and Pod 51 hotels offer similarly priced (and sized) rooms in Midtown East, but they can't compete with The Jane's proximity to the thriving West Village and Meatpacking District neighborhoods.
With shared bathrooms and hilariously small (though cleverly designed) rooms, this West Village landmark offers quirky accommodations for hipsters on a tight budget -- most rooms cost a fraction of the New York average. Pod 39 and Pod 51 hotels offer similarly priced (and sized) rooms in Midtown East, but they can't compete with The Jane's proximity to the thriving West Village and Meatpacking District neighborhoods.
The budget Americana Inn offers some of the lowest rates found in Midtown. It’s conveniently located in the Garment District near several subway lines and many attractions such as the Empire State Building (just a six-minute walk), Bryant Park, and Times Square. The 54 rooms are basic and a bit dreary. They include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and attractive modern sinks, but bathrooms are shared. Kitchenettes, with microwaves and mini-fridges, can be found on every floor. Travelers could also consider the Hotel St. James near Times Square, which offers private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi, for slightly higher rates.
The budget Americana Inn offers some of the lowest rates found in Midtown. It’s conveniently located in the Garment District near several subway lines and many attractions such as the Empire State Building (just a six-minute walk), Bryant Park, and Times Square. The 54 rooms are basic and a bit dreary. They include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and attractive modern sinks, but bathrooms are shared. Kitchenettes, with microwaves and mini-fridges, can be found on every floor. Travelers could also consider the Hotel St. James near Times Square, which offers private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi, for slightly higher rates.
Great things can come in small packages -- or rather, small things can come in great packages. And the Arlo NoMad is living proof. It's all about an in-the-know stay here, with an emphasis on local style. Buzzy social spaces include a seasonal rooftop bar with jaw-dropping Empire State Building views and dining by celebrity chef Dale Talde. Alternatively, quiet co-working spaces and quiet rooms give the hotel an intimate appeal too. The packed events program includes burlesque and quirky seasonal offerings like knitting clubs, while access to local fitness facilities is free. The rooms are tiny, but the sleek design, gorgeous finish, and high-end amenities (coupled with frequently dazzling city views) makes them a treat. Travelers seeking a similar style with a downtown address should consider the Arlo SoHo instead.
Great things can come in small packages -- or rather, small things can come in great packages. And the Arlo NoMad is living proof. It's all about an in-the-know stay here, with an emphasis on local style. Buzzy social spaces include a seasonal rooftop bar with jaw-dropping Empire State Building views and dining by celebrity chef Dale Talde. Alternatively, quiet co-working spaces and quiet rooms give the hotel an intimate appeal too. The packed events program includes burlesque and quirky seasonal offerings like knitting clubs, while access to local fitness facilities is free. The rooms are tiny, but the sleek design, gorgeous finish, and high-end amenities (coupled with frequently dazzling city views) makes them a treat. Travelers seeking a similar style with a downtown address should consider the Arlo SoHo instead.
This urban, 23-room bed-and-breakfast has an understated entrance located at the crossroads of three distinct and cool NYC neighborhoods -- Chelsea, the Meatpacking District, and the West Village. It opened in the mid-80s, and it has become well-known for its genuine hospitality, thanks to owner Jay and his hand-picked staff. A film theme pervades, and guests will find original movie posters -- some perhaps strategically designed to distract guests from the five-floor walk-up (there's no elevator) -- in both the common spaces and classic movie-star-themed rooms. Free Wi-Fi, and an impressive breakfast spread with Jay’s homemade bread, and baked goodies in the afternoon add to value -- and to the homey, personal vibe.
This urban, 23-room bed-and-breakfast has an understated entrance located at the crossroads of three distinct and cool NYC neighborhoods -- Chelsea, the Meatpacking District, and the West Village. It opened in the mid-80s, and it has become well-known for its genuine hospitality, thanks to owner Jay and his hand-picked staff. A film theme pervades, and guests will find original movie posters -- some perhaps strategically designed to distract guests from the five-floor walk-up (there's no elevator) -- in both the common spaces and classic movie-star-themed rooms. Free Wi-Fi, and an impressive breakfast spread with Jay’s homemade bread, and baked goodies in the afternoon add to value -- and to the homey, personal vibe.