27 Best Hotels in New York City, New York

World-class from head to toe, this 5th Avenue Beaux-Arts landmark comes as close to flawless as any hotel in New York, with tech-savvy rooms, historic touches, and the iconic and newly renovated King Cole Bar. Butlers have been catering to the whims of each and every guest since the St. Regis first opened its doors in 1904, a touch no other New York hotel can match. Rooms have high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, vivid fabrics, and crown moldings—along with easy-to-use bedside consoles for controlling lighting, audio, climate, and huge flat-screen TVs that rise from the foot of your bed. Even at these prices, though, you're not guaranteed a stellar view or a separate tub in the more basic rooms. Still, if you require the best, the St. Regis delivers. The "designer suites" are outfitted in one-of-a-kind style by Dior and Bentley and have fabulous views. Dine in the legendary King Cole Bar, a dimly lit institution with the famously playful Maxfield Parrish mural, and keep your eye out for historic touches throughout the property, like an original mail chute in the lobby.

A sustainable ethos drives this hip outpost of the 1 Hotels brand, as evidenced by the beautiful 20-foot plant wall in the Brooklyn-inspired lobby, and filtered water bottle-filling stations in many guest rooms. Breakfast and light fare is served at Neighbors café until 5 pm, while upscale restaurant The Osprey serves American Southern-Italian fusion, including osso buco with grits. Cocktails pair with Asian bites and the spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline at rooftop Harriet's, which occasionally hosts live jazz.

A lavish reincarnation of a classic Manhattan theater club, the Chatwal delivers a stylish, luxury experience with a matching price tag. The lobby, saturated in red leather and marble, with gilded touches, plays on the property's art deco legacy. Its ground-floor restaurant, the Lambs Club, extends the grand atmosphere and serves fine American cuisine. Guest rooms and suites—some with terraces—are opulent yet understated, with faux-leather cabinets designed to resemble classic luggage; Shifman mattresses and Frette linens; and interactive bedside consoles that control lighting, television, and curtains.

This whimsically designed boutique hotel has an eclectic aesthetic, with colorful furnishings and large, sun-filled rooms that have floor-to-ceiling windows. The Crosby Bar, with oak floors and a long pewter bar, has a lovely garden and superb cocktails. On the other side of the lobby are comfortable guest-only drawing rooms; there's also a sculpture garden reserved for guests. The hotel is LEED Gold–certified and even raises chickens alongside its rooftop garden.

Flicking on its lights for the first time in autumn 2024, this buzzy boutique property from the Standard hotel folks dials it back a few decades, channeling the 1970s with comfy larger-than-average rooms bathed in oranges and yellows and soft-glowing lights illuminating hardcover books and design accoutrements that harken back to a time when Richard Nixon was still in the White House. The only thing that's missing are ashtrays. The Otter, the in-house restaurant from talented chef Alex Stupak, serves up seafood-forward comfort fare, while the rooftop bar is great for cocktail sipping and gawking at the skyline views. The Apartment is a guest-only dining room for breakfast and the "aperitivo hour" ('til 7 pm daily) for complimentary wine, Negronis, and snacks. 

The landmarked clock tower in the 1909 Metropolitan Life building that overlooks Madison Square Park also houses an ultrasleek hotel—masterminded by renowned hotelier Ian Schrager—with neutral-tone rooms, a luxurious lobby bar, and a highly regarded restaurant, The Clocktower, helmed by British chef Jason Atheron.

Bringing its understated elegance from California to NYC, The Pendry is a refined, modern lodging option. It's located within Manhattan West, a mixed residential-retail complex between Moynihan Train Hall, the Highline, Hudson Yards, and the Javits Center. The inviting lobby is small but well-furnished for lounging or remote work, with Bar Pendry and Zou Zou's on the first floor, and Chez Zou's lounge on the fourth floor. Rooms are spacious, with wonderfully comfortable beds and linens, backlit bookshelves, marble bathrooms, custom toiletries, Bluetooth speakers, and in-room coffeemakers (though 24-hour room service is top-notch). The fitness center has great views and modern equipment. Add-on rates can include daily breakfast credit, valet parking, and pet fee ($250 per stay).

Stepping through the Peninsula’s Beaux-Arts facade onto the grand staircase beneath a monumental chandelier, you know you’re in for a glitzy treat. Expect impressive personalized service, exceptionally comfortable rooms, bespoke toiletries, and inviting on-site amenities like the 22nd-floor indoor pool and urban oasis Peninsula Spa. The hotel's rooftop bar, Pen Top, was renovated in 2024 and is one of Midtown's poshest cocktail experiences, with a spacious outdoor terrace open all year.

The iconic grande dame across from Central Park has welcomed aristocrats and Hollywood actors, but it prides itself on treating all its guests like royalty, offering five-star service touches, from human elevator operators to 24-hour laundry/dry cleaning service. Guests looking to stay in are invited to download anywhere from six to eight digital books. There are reminders everywhere of celebrities who've visited the hotel, including a new and permanent paparazzi photo exhibit on the ground floor. If you're lucky enough to have a west-facing room, you'll be greeted with sweeping views of Central Park, the iconic twin spires of the San Remo, breathtaking foliage in fall, or the Wollman ice rink in winter. These are some of the best views Manhattan has to offer. After settling in, have a well-prepared meal in The Rotunda, a luxurious circular dining space wrapped entirely in frescoes showing the sky, celebrities and more.

Famous children's book character Eloise's adopted home on the corner of Central Park, this landmark property is one of New York's most storied hotels, hosting all manner of dignitaries, moneymakers, and royalty. Managed by Fairmont, The Plaza emphasizes service, with white-glove butlers for each guest room and suite, and in-room portable touch screens for contacting the concierge or just turning down the lights. The rooms themselves strike a balance between old-fashioned and modern: yes, there are flat-screen televisions and USB ports, but the design is old-school, with opulent gold-leaf fixtures, faux-fur throws, and big Victorian-style headboards. An Eloise-theme tea is served in the classic Palm Court. The expansive Guerlain spa includes a hammam and a wine lounge.

It's all about the park views at this top-tier Marriott property, where above-and-beyond service makes this renowned hotel popular with celebs and other guests who can afford premier luxury travel. Expect impeccable furnishings and artistic details in guest rooms, lobby and common areas, the restaurant and lounges, and La Prairie spa. Competition is fierce among the elite hotels near Central Park's south side, so, in addition to typical high-end perks like fine bath products and luxe linens, the Ritz offers uncommon amenities in some rooms, like a telescope for viewing park wildlife. For dining, Contour offers comfort and a modern American menu; its bar and lounge areas make a nice escape from Midtown bustle.

This discreet Nomad hotel exudes Gilded Age decadence from the moment you enter its discreet lobby, set in a former 5th Avenue bank designed by lauded architects McKim, Mead & White in 1907, plus a sleek new tower next door. It’s a jewel box wrapped up in lavish European wallpapers and fabrics and infused with a signature house scent. Even the smallest rooms are large by NYC standards (starting at 300 square feet). All come with a "maxi" bar with full-size everything (the soft drinks and snacks are complimentary), sumptuous decor, and bespoke toiletries. A free breakfast is served daily in a sunlit, guest-only atrium, whipped up by celebrated chef Andrew Carmellini (of Locande Verde, Lafayette, and The Dutch fame), whose first namesake restaurant, the swish Café Carmellini downstairs, delivers Tuscan fare in a dazzling two-story space. The cozy, wood-paneled Portrait Bar tucked down a back hallway adds speakeasy vibes and a global drinks list.

Though it opened in 1993, the soaring, dramatic ceilings and art deco--ish flourishes of the limestone lobby put this Four Seasons flagship more in league with some of the city's grande-dame hotels of yesteryear. Designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, the 52-floor, 682-foot-tall property is the second tallest hotel in the city. The 219 beige-clad guest rooms are more spacious than your typical New York hotel room and expect to be wowed by stunning city views. Marble bathrooms include a walk-in shower and large bath, plus beauty products from Spanish skincare company Natura Bissé. The dramatic lobby bar boasts an early-'60s vibe that make it ideal for sipping a martini or Manhattan before bed.

This superluxurious property by the Four Seasons is a posh haven near the World Trade Center, with a modern residential-inspired design, a 75-foot indoor pool, an indulgent spa, and CUT restaurant by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck. Expect comfortably chic rooms, good views from any floor, and top-tier service across the board. Pets are welcome with a one-time cleaning fee.

Towering and limestone clad, this hotel is an opulent crash pad for wealthy international tourists, captains of industry on long-term stays, and anyone with a need to be near this iconic Manhattan street. Every detail has been attended to, beginning with an intimate lobby, adorned by a $2 million art collection by Alex Katz, where you are greeted by a staff member who attends to your every whim. Standard rooms begin at a spacious 420 square feet and contain Swedish Duxiana beds, giant hardwood closets and marble bathrooms with rain showers and soaking tubs; some categories have city views and full kitchens with Miele appliances. The menu at highly acclaimed Ai Fiori restaurant draws from French and Italian Riviera. Bar Fiori provides a quick breakfast or lunch option yet in the evening it becomes an unwinding scene with a focus on Italian spirits. The ultramodern fitness center is equipped with Technogym's cardio equipment. Get a different 5th Avenue view from The Langham Club on the fourth floor, with all-day buffet-style servings.

With its signature "power breakfast" at The Regency Bar & Grill, and a "power hour" (where you can receive three services in an hour) at the on-site spa and salon, this Park Avenue hotel provides its power-playing guests with excellent amenities, state-of-the-art technology, and bright, tastefully appointed rooms with notably comfortable beds. Expect exceptional service and large rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, Frette linens and bathrobes, and a big desk and ergonomic chair (again, perfect for the business traveler). The hotel takes care of families too; offering babysitting as well as pet sitting and walking. The buzzy Regency Bar and the Lobby Lounge—which has a full-length nature-focused sculpture by artist Nina Helms—are appealing places to kick back. The brand's pet program provides Kitty and Fido with gourmet room service, special bedding, leashes, collars, and every creature comfort. 

Steps from Madison Avenue shopping and a block from Central Park, this old-money refuge on a leafy residential block started in 1927 and it still delivers genteel sophistication and pampering service in an unbeatable location. In fact, the 74-room hotel is one of a few remaining family-owned properties in the city, and is a member of Leading Hotels of the World. The lobby is small, but spacious guest rooms have all the civilized comforts of home, including stocked bookshelves and luxe bathrooms. Thirty-three of the rooms—all decorated in different themes—have working wood-burning fireplaces, while 14 accommodations have private terraces. Many suites feature Apple computers and iPads, and the New York Times and other major newspapers are delivered to the room. The elegant Pembroke Room is a guest-only breakfast and weekend brunch area and it's also available for pre-theater dinner. The Club Room lounge is for guests too. Other appealing on-site facilities are Majorelle, a well-regarded French-Mediterranean restaurant that has an afternoon tea service; and Jacques, a cocktail bar with a limited bar menu and lunch service. The restaurant and bar are open to the public as well as to guests.

Within this 1927 iconic building, The Mark personifies lavish comforts coupled with modern guest amenities. Given a chic interior refresh by French designer Jacques Grange, especially with its avant-garde bar, the upscale hotel has a signature, floral scent in the lobby and hallways. The Mark has partnered with chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, whose restaurant showcases innovative European classics. Vongerichten also is serving up American classics on the go: his hot dogs, scrumptious chocolate chip cookies, and hot chocolate are sold from a hot dog cart out front. A caviar restaurant, Caviar Kaspia, is on-site, as is a full-service salon from French hairdresser Frédéric Fekkai, and a John Lobb shoeshine kiosk. Guests can rent a Mercedes-Benz e-bike, The Mark's very own pedicab—as a private chauffeur—and a 70-foot Herreshoff sailboat for private three-hour cruises around New York harbor. Dogs also can have a luxe guest experience, with amenities for furry friends. 

The Mercer is superbly situated in the heart of SoHo's myriad name-brand stores, although you wouldn't know it once inside the lobby, a minimalist oasis created by acclaimed French designer Christian Liaigre. Most guest rooms are generously sized, with high ceilings and walk-in closets, but the lowest-priced rooms are a tight 250 square feet. Dark African woods and custom-designed furniture upholstered in muted solids lend serenity with sophistication. Some bathrooms feature decadent two-person marble tubs surrounded by mirrors. Beware the inconsistent service, which runs from friendly to indifferent.

Tall and luxurious, this apartment building with plenty of undeniable historic glamour also has a limited number of hotel rooms, many with decorative fireplaces, antiques, and glorious marble baths. There's a marble-lined lobby, crystal chandeliers, and wall friezes from the Vanderbilt mansion. You can use the private hotel entrance to access Harry Cipriani restaurant—come for lunch and enjoy some of the best people-watching in town.

Enter a world of color, patterns, and textures that manages to be utterly sophisticated as well as playful. New to Tribeca in 2024, the hotel is one of three NYC properties from London-based Firmdale, bringing with it afternoon tea and full English breakfast. Designer and hotelier Kit Kemp is behind this luxury boutique accommodation, where each of its 69 guestrooms and suites are unique. Expect to enjoy original artworks and custom furnishings throughout, including in the main-floor drawing room and orangery. In-room, find plush appointments and beautiful bedding, gleaming window walls (and stylish blackout curtains), and large marble bathrooms with bathtub, plush robes, custom toiletries, and towel warmers. Some suites feature terraces, and vinyl records and turntables with Bluetooth speaker. There's no gym, but guests can use the private Nexus Club to work out nearby. The on-site Warren Street Restaurant and Bar continues the rich color journey, serving classic brasserie dishes and seasonal specialties with impeccable care.