The NoMad (named after the surrounding neighborhood north of Madison Square Park) is an impeccably designed luxury hotel with tons of style but limited features. The focal point is its eponymous bar and restaurant, featuring five separate-but-connected spaces that sprawl along the ground floor. Guests can order cocktails in the cozy, book-lined Library or order brunch in the sun-filled Atrium. The 168 guest rooms are luxurious (there are SFERRA linens, Frette towels, and gourmet minibars in steamer trunks), and successfully evoke a bygone era with Persian rugs, old maps, and antique-looking fixtures -- some rooms add clawfoot tubs to the bedroom areas. As another hip alternative, the Ace Hotel is just around the corner. It offers multiple bars, a popular coffee shop, and more common space in which to socialize -- for lower rates.
The NoMad (named after the surrounding neighborhood north of Madison Square Park) is an impeccably designed luxury hotel with tons of style but limited features. The focal point is its eponymous bar and restaurant, featuring five separate-but-connected spaces that sprawl along the ground floor. Guests can order cocktails in the cozy, book-lined Library or order brunch in the sun-filled Atrium. The 168 guest rooms are luxurious (there are SFERRA linens, Frette towels, and gourmet minibars in steamer trunks), and successfully evoke a bygone era with Persian rugs, old maps, and antique-looking fixtures -- some rooms add clawfoot tubs to the bedroom areas. As another hip alternative, the Ace Hotel is just around the corner. It offers multiple bars, a popular coffee shop, and more common space in which to socialize -- for lower rates.
The DoubleTree Suites may be one of the best hotel options for families in New York City. The big two-room suites all come with pull-out couches and either one king or two double beds; the latter can fit up to six people, a rarity in the area. And the location right on Times Square is as central as it gets for sightseeing. It's a big corporate hotel with trendy lobby decor and clean, generic rooms; features include a cool back-lit lobby bar, a modern fitness center, and extensive meeting space. Some rooms have excellent views of Times Square, others face the New York City skyline (with peeks of Central Park in the distance). Higher floors are quieter and have better views.
The DoubleTree Suites may be one of the best hotel options for families in New York City. The big two-room suites all come with pull-out couches and either one king or two double beds; the latter can fit up to six people, a rarity in the area. And the location right on Times Square is as central as it gets for sightseeing. It's a big corporate hotel with trendy lobby decor and clean, generic rooms; features include a cool back-lit lobby bar, a modern fitness center, and extensive meeting space. Some rooms have excellent views of Times Square, others face the New York City skyline (with peeks of Central Park in the distance). Higher floors are quieter and have better views.
This mid-range Hampton Inn near Madison Square Park is a credit to the chain, with modern, stylish common spaces and fresh, clean rooms. It's a great affordable option in pricey New York City, and the free Wi-Fi, free coffee and tea in the lobby, free evening cookies and free hot continental breakfast (there are even to-go breakfast bags for those who can't sit down) add to the value. Some tourists may prefer a location closer to the attractions in Midtown, but nearby subway lines make it easy to get around the city.
This mid-range Hampton Inn near Madison Square Park is a credit to the chain, with modern, stylish common spaces and fresh, clean rooms. It's a great affordable option in pricey New York City, and the free Wi-Fi, free coffee and tea in the lobby, free evening cookies and free hot continental breakfast (there are even to-go breakfast bags for those who can't sit down) add to the value. Some tourists may prefer a location closer to the attractions in Midtown, but nearby subway lines make it easy to get around the city.
With a prime location across from the MoMA and close to top shopping, this Midtown luxury hotel from the famed French crystal brand provides an opulent experience. A host of luxurious features includes the world's first La Mer spa, a beautiful indoor pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and chic all-day dining and drinks -- though food is pricey (as is everything at this hotel) and the menu is fairly limited. The 114 guest rooms feature high-tech details like tablet-controlled settings and large flat-screen TVs concealed in mirrors, plus gourmet minibars stocked with Baccarat glassware, Champagne, and Laduree treats (plus free non-alcoholic drinks). White marble bathrooms have separate tubs and rainfall showers. For something less ostentatious and with a downtown address, check out the Greenwich Hotel in TriBeCa, which offers similar amenities, less expensive rates, and an Italian restaurant on-site.
With a prime location across from the MoMA and close to top shopping, this Midtown luxury hotel from the famed French crystal brand provides an opulent experience. A host of luxurious features includes the world's first La Mer spa, a beautiful indoor pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and chic all-day dining and drinks -- though food is pricey (as is everything at this hotel) and the menu is fairly limited. The 114 guest rooms feature high-tech details like tablet-controlled settings and large flat-screen TVs concealed in mirrors, plus gourmet minibars stocked with Baccarat glassware, Champagne, and Laduree treats (plus free non-alcoholic drinks). White marble bathrooms have separate tubs and rainfall showers. For something less ostentatious and with a downtown address, check out the Greenwich Hotel in TriBeCa, which offers similar amenities, less expensive rates, and an Italian restaurant on-site.
Opened in 2015, the three-pearl Cambria Hotel & Suites New York-Chelsea is a brick-and-glass structure in the midst of the Flower Market District. It’s walking distance to landmarks such as Macy's and the Empire State Building. Its bistro-style restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and the rooftop bar and lounge offer great views that stretch to the Freedom Tower. Its 135 rooms are spacious, with laminate wood floors and padded leather headboards, and come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, cofffeemakers, and safes, but bathrooms run small. Some rooms include sofa beds, and suites have separate sitting areas and floor-to-ceiling windows. The hotel has a small fitness center, laundry facilities, and valet parking as well. While rates here are reasonable, rates at the nearby Broadway Plaza are often lower and include breakfast.
Opened in 2015, the three-pearl Cambria Hotel & Suites New York-Chelsea is a brick-and-glass structure in the midst of the Flower Market District. It’s walking distance to landmarks such as Macy's and the Empire State Building. Its bistro-style restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and the rooftop bar and lounge offer great views that stretch to the Freedom Tower. Its 135 rooms are spacious, with laminate wood floors and padded leather headboards, and come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, cofffeemakers, and safes, but bathrooms run small. Some rooms include sofa beds, and suites have separate sitting areas and floor-to-ceiling windows. The hotel has a small fitness center, laundry facilities, and valet parking as well. While rates here are reasonable, rates at the nearby Broadway Plaza are often lower and include breakfast.
The 100-room Smyth is an upscale boutique hotel with coolly curated residential style and understated rooms, some with dead-on views of One World Trade Center. Anchored by a star-chef restaurant and a posh speakeasy-style bar, the hotel's first floor is a collection of living rooms, ideal for socializing and relaxing. Its trendy TriBeCa location, on the border of the Financial District, puts guests steps to the subway (literally -- it's on the corner), and within walking distance of great dining and the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
The 100-room Smyth is an upscale boutique hotel with coolly curated residential style and understated rooms, some with dead-on views of One World Trade Center. Anchored by a star-chef restaurant and a posh speakeasy-style bar, the hotel's first floor is a collection of living rooms, ideal for socializing and relaxing. Its trendy TriBeCa location, on the border of the Financial District, puts guests steps to the subway (literally -- it's on the corner), and within walking distance of great dining and the 9/11 Memorial Museum.
The upper-middle-range Ace Hotel showcases meticulously curated, vintage-inspired design that's the brand's hallmark. Its 258 rooms continue the hyper-cool design, but they vary greatly in size. Some (like Large Rooms and Lofts) are wonderfully spacious, while others (Minis and Bunks) are teeny and, in some cases, dark. The moody, library-style lobby and lively lobby bar attracts an eclectic mix of locals and guests alike. Both restaurants are excellent dining options, too, with a Michelin-star chef leading Breslin Bar & Grill. The location in the Flatiron District is a commercial area that's not entirely central for sightseeing, although attractions like the Empire State Building and Eataly are in walking distance. Despite being comfortable and inviting, the property's downtown hipster vibe isn't for everyone. Travelers seeking something more sleek could try the The Muse - Kimpton.
The upper-middle-range Ace Hotel showcases meticulously curated, vintage-inspired design that's the brand's hallmark. Its 258 rooms continue the hyper-cool design, but they vary greatly in size. Some (like Large Rooms and Lofts) are wonderfully spacious, while others (Minis and Bunks) are teeny and, in some cases, dark. The moody, library-style lobby and lively lobby bar attracts an eclectic mix of locals and guests alike. Both restaurants are excellent dining options, too, with a Michelin-star chef leading Breslin Bar & Grill. The location in the Flatiron District is a commercial area that's not entirely central for sightseeing, although attractions like the Empire State Building and Eataly are in walking distance. Despite being comfortable and inviting, the property's downtown hipster vibe isn't for everyone. Travelers seeking something more sleek could try the The Muse - Kimpton.
Consisting of 14 floors above the Lotte Palace Hotel, The Towers at Lotte is a luxury property with an excellent Midtown location right by famed Fifth Avenue shops and landmarks. Its 176 richly appointed and spacious guest rooms have skyline views (some overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral), and some have kitchenettes and separate living and dining spaces. There are four specialty bars, a patisserie, a 7,000-square-foot spa, and a fitness center with stunning views on-site. But some luxury features are missing, such as a full restaurant or a pool. Still, little luxe perks abound, including free packing/unpacking, shoe shines, clothes pressings, drawn baths, shuttles to the Theater District, and car service in a Mercedes. For another luxury option that offers a pool, a restaurant, and Central Park views, travelers could try the Mandarin Oriental.
Consisting of 14 floors above the Lotte Palace Hotel, The Towers at Lotte is a luxury property with an excellent Midtown location right by famed Fifth Avenue shops and landmarks. Its 176 richly appointed and spacious guest rooms have skyline views (some overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral), and some have kitchenettes and separate living and dining spaces. There are four specialty bars, a patisserie, a 7,000-square-foot spa, and a fitness center with stunning views on-site. But some luxury features are missing, such as a full restaurant or a pool. Still, little luxe perks abound, including free packing/unpacking, shoe shines, clothes pressings, drawn baths, shuttles to the Theater District, and car service in a Mercedes. For another luxury option that offers a pool, a restaurant, and Central Park views, travelers could try the Mandarin Oriental.
Opened in 2015, the mid-range Hampton Inn Manhattan/Times Square Central has all the amenities associated with the Hampton brand: a hot breakfast included in the rates, a spacious fitness center, and a well-equipped business center. Its 300 rooms might be slightly smaller than at other Hampton Inns, but they're in line with New York City standards. Like the public spaces of the hotel, the rooms are bright and modern, with spiffy bathrooms. Rates are competitive, given the hotel's prime location, but travelers who can live without a fitness center will find more stylish rooms -- and lower prices -- at the Hotel Shocard at Times Square.
Opened in 2015, the mid-range Hampton Inn Manhattan/Times Square Central has all the amenities associated with the Hampton brand: a hot breakfast included in the rates, a spacious fitness center, and a well-equipped business center. Its 300 rooms might be slightly smaller than at other Hampton Inns, but they're in line with New York City standards. Like the public spaces of the hotel, the rooms are bright and modern, with spiffy bathrooms. Rates are competitive, given the hotel's prime location, but travelers who can live without a fitness center will find more stylish rooms -- and lower prices -- at the Hotel Shocard at Times Square.
The Belnord Hotel offers rooms at some of the most reasonable prices in Manhattan –- this is truly a budget property. The trade-off is space; the rooms are minuscule (the Double Rooms only fit a bed and one end table –- that’s it). However, each room has a private bath and the hotel is clean and quiet. Located on a residential street on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, the Belnord is removed from the bustle and noise of Midtown and is a short subway ride away to many sights. Offering limited amenities to keep the price down, the hotel is good for guests only looking for a place to shower and sleep.
The Belnord Hotel offers rooms at some of the most reasonable prices in Manhattan –- this is truly a budget property. The trade-off is space; the rooms are minuscule (the Double Rooms only fit a bed and one end table –- that’s it). However, each room has a private bath and the hotel is clean and quiet. Located on a residential street on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, the Belnord is removed from the bustle and noise of Midtown and is a short subway ride away to many sights. Offering limited amenities to keep the price down, the hotel is good for guests only looking for a place to shower and sleep.