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.
A lovely boutique hotel with an Art Deco vibe, the Seton offers chic, if small, rooms in a convenient Midtown location. Amenities are few -- there is no on-site fitness center (the hotel offers free passes to a gym nearby), spa, or restaurant -- but a lovely lounge, and freebies such as Wi-Fi and coffee, make this property a solid mid-range option.
A lovely boutique hotel with an Art Deco vibe, the Seton offers chic, if small, rooms in a convenient Midtown location. Amenities are few -- there is no on-site fitness center (the hotel offers free passes to a gym nearby), spa, or restaurant -- but a lovely lounge, and freebies such as Wi-Fi and coffee, make this property a solid mid-range option.
The 138-room Roger Smith is an artsy mid-range boutique hotel conveniently located in Midtown East, within walking distance of major attractions and seven subway lines. This family-run property has tons of thoughtful touches, including individually decorated rooms with hand-picked antiques, free yogurt and granola in the lobby, and rotating art exhibitions in common spaces. It lacks most of the amenities found in larger hotels, such as a full restaurant and a fitness center, but the Roger Smith offers free passes to a local chain gym and offers room service from local restaurants. Those looking to stay closer to Central Park may want to compare rates at the Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel, which has a similar vibe and a popular gastro-pub.
The 138-room Roger Smith is an artsy mid-range boutique hotel conveniently located in Midtown East, within walking distance of major attractions and seven subway lines. This family-run property has tons of thoughtful touches, including individually decorated rooms with hand-picked antiques, free yogurt and granola in the lobby, and rotating art exhibitions in common spaces. It lacks most of the amenities found in larger hotels, such as a full restaurant and a fitness center, but the Roger Smith offers free passes to a local chain gym and offers room service from local restaurants. Those looking to stay closer to Central Park may want to compare rates at the Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel, which has a similar vibe and a popular gastro-pub.
Formerly a Ritz-Carlton, The Wagner at the Battery features gorgeous rooms, top-notch service, and a premier gym and spa. "Battery Park" tells you you're in for a lower-key New York experience, with Lower Manhattan's quiet nights, cobblestone streets, and -- best of all -- rates often lower than luxury properties in town.
Formerly a Ritz-Carlton, The Wagner at the Battery features gorgeous rooms, top-notch service, and a premier gym and spa. "Battery Park" tells you you're in for a lower-key New York experience, with Lower Manhattan's quiet nights, cobblestone streets, and -- best of all -- rates often lower than luxury properties in town.
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.
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.
The Out NYC opened as one of New York's first hotel specifically tailored for gay travelers, but it has rebranded to broaden its appeal. Indeed, the 105-room boutique property hosts guests of all orientations, including many foreigners drawn by the hotel's central location, sleek design, gorgeous common areas, and hot nightlife. Business travelers also appreciate its proximity to the Javits Convention Center. Rooms are small but filled with features such as natural beauty products, Internet-enabled flat-screen TVs, and absurdly comfortable beds. You won't, however, find any closets -- a cheeky reference to the fact that no one needs to be in the closet here.
The Out NYC opened as one of New York's first hotel specifically tailored for gay travelers, but it has rebranded to broaden its appeal. Indeed, the 105-room boutique property hosts guests of all orientations, including many foreigners drawn by the hotel's central location, sleek design, gorgeous common areas, and hot nightlife. Business travelers also appreciate its proximity to the Javits Convention Center. Rooms are small but filled with features such as natural beauty products, Internet-enabled flat-screen TVs, and absurdly comfortable beds. You won't, however, find any closets -- a cheeky reference to the fact that no one needs to be in the closet here.
Magnuson Convention Center Hotel offers an excellent value for those in town for trade shows at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, as well as tourists who don't mind the 10- to 15-minute walk to trains. Rooms are beyond basic, but tidy, and have beds with memory-foam mattresses, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and armoires with safes, irons, and ironing boards. There is a reasonably impressive free breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, Jimmy Dean sausage, yogurt, juice, and two do-it-yourself waffle machines. All in all, this is a solid pick for conventioneers, though they should compare Magnuson's rates with the ones at GEM Hotel Midtown West.
Magnuson Convention Center Hotel offers an excellent value for those in town for trade shows at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, as well as tourists who don't mind the 10- to 15-minute walk to trains. Rooms are beyond basic, but tidy, and have beds with memory-foam mattresses, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and armoires with safes, irons, and ironing boards. There is a reasonably impressive free breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, Jimmy Dean sausage, yogurt, juice, and two do-it-yourself waffle machines. All in all, this is a solid pick for conventioneers, though they should compare Magnuson's rates with the ones at GEM Hotel Midtown West.
Formerly the first Holiday Inn in Manhattan, built in 1964, this conveniently located Midtown hotel became The Watson Hotel in 2017. Though the exterior is remarkably dull, rooms -- 596 in two towers, North and South -- offer contemporary decor in neutral tones. In the summer, the hotel’s most notable feature comes alive: an outdoor rooftop pool, sundeck, and bar serving drinks. The rest of the year, guests can head to the main sports bar, which has authentic NYC artifacts from the owner’s collection, including a Harley-Davidson. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout. The location -- on West 57th St., as the name suggests -- is within walking distance of Columbus Circle, Central Park, and Lincoln Center. Just note that there are more stylish options in the neighborhood for the price, such as the Tryp and the Paramount.
Formerly the first Holiday Inn in Manhattan, built in 1964, this conveniently located Midtown hotel became The Watson Hotel in 2017. Though the exterior is remarkably dull, rooms -- 596 in two towers, North and South -- offer contemporary decor in neutral tones. In the summer, the hotel’s most notable feature comes alive: an outdoor rooftop pool, sundeck, and bar serving drinks. The rest of the year, guests can head to the main sports bar, which has authentic NYC artifacts from the owner’s collection, including a Harley-Davidson. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout. The location -- on West 57th St., as the name suggests -- is within walking distance of Columbus Circle, Central Park, and Lincoln Center. Just note that there are more stylish options in the neighborhood for the price, such as the Tryp and the Paramount.