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Choose from these editor-approved and T+L award-winning hotels in the Big Apple.

Bar with a view of skyline in Ritz Carlton New York

Bar inside Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad.Credit:Courtesy of Marriott

And the graffiti-laden Lower East Side could not be more different to the manicured avenues framing Central Park.

And then there are unique boutique properties downtown for travelers seeking more of a residential vibe.

Plus, its centrally located and is surrounded by some of Manhattans most famous landmarks.

Living room in The Plaza

Interior of The Plaza.Courtesy of The Plaza

It is a destination for a refined afternoon tea or an evening aperitif.

Coming here is a bucket list experience and everything about it feels authentically New York.

It is directly opposite the MoMa, so the streets outside can get crowded.

Details of room inside Baccarat Hotel

Guest room in Baccarat Hotel.Courtesy of Baccarat Hotel

Should you need anything else, butler service is on offer.

The location is ideal, between Central Park and Fifth Avenues glossiest shopping lineup.

Aman New York

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Amans ultra-luxurious aesthetic blends beautifully with the uptown skyline.

Blue and white bedroom in St. Regis New York

Guest room in St. Regis New York.Courtesy of Marriott

Plus, it has an elegant underground jazz club.

Aman made its East Coast debut in 2022, marking its first urban outpost in the United States.

But the underground Jazz Club is open to the public, and it is exceptional.

Room with 2 beds in Aman New York

Guest room in Aman New York.Courtesy of Aman New York

As you might expect, it is not a particularly quiet place to stay.

Where else would you find Princess Diana, Michael Jackson, and Steve Jobs riding the same elevator?

It also inspired a documentary, an Assouline book, and dedicated a fashion collection by FRAME.

Guest room interior at The Chatwal

Guest room in The Chatwal.Courtesy of Hyatt

As is the case with most hotels in the city, the rooms become better the higher the floor.

Request a south- or west-facing room for the best views of the park and the Manhattan skyline.

The rooms dont have coffee machines (though Nespressos are available on request).

Interior at The Carlyle

Guest suite in The Carlyle.Durston Saylor / The Carlyle

It was featured onTravel + LeisuresWorlds Best Awards in 2021 and 2023.

Its a quieter scene, though some may prefer that.

Its a lovely place where many young families and expats reside, with a strong sense of community.

Interior of guest room in The Mark

Guest room in The Mark.Courtesy of The Mark

Plus, many of the rooms have excellent views.

Its on the FiDi side of Tribeca, where the surrounding streets are not quite as charming.

It featured inTravel + LeisuresWorlds Best Awards in 2021.

Bar inside The Lowell

Jacques Bar in The Lowell.Courtesy of The Lowell

It is one of the more expensive options in the city.

If you want something away from the bustle of midtown, this is a lovely option.

Theres an artfully designed restaurant, unique sculptures, and a lovely private dining room.

View from window inside Four Seasons NY

Guest room inside Four Seasons New York Downtown.Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotels

Celebrities arealwayschecked in, especially around the Tribeca Film Festival, so youll often find paparazzi at the entrance.

Rooms are designed with homey interiors that feel more like someones private apartment than cookie-cutter hotel rooms.

Rooms here are luxurious and well-appointed.

The dining room at Fouquet’s in New York City

Matthieu Salvaing / Courtesy of Fouquet’s

There is also a dual-level fitness center and a hotel car available to guests.

This hotel featured inTravel + LeisuresWorlds Best Awards in 2022.

If you want a bathtub, youll need to request a room on a higher floor.

Colorful living room in Warren Street Hotel

Interior of Warren Street Hotel.Courtesy of Warren Street Hotel

Its on the grungier side of SoHo, close to Canal Street.

Some of the rooms areverysmall.

If you want something larger, there are two penthouse suites available, with private terraces and bathtubs.

interior of Greenwich Hotel

Lobby in Greenwich Hotel.Courtesy of Greenwich Hotel

You wont find the usual hotel features like a front desk for check-in or room service.

It featured onTravel + LeisuresWorlds Best Awards list in 2023.

Plus, it has a lively restaurant, Dirty French from the team behind Carbone.

Rooftop lounge at The Beekman

Rooftop at The Beekman.Courtesy of Hyatt

Walking around this neighborhood at night feels shadier than it used to.

It has 153 guestrooms and suites featuring Murano glass chandeliers, antique furniture, and some with private terraces.

It featured onTravel + LeisuresIt List for 2024.

Colorful guest room inside Crosby Street Hotel

Guest room in Crosby Street Hotel.Courtesy of Crosby Street Hotel

The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

It has unobstructed views of the downtown skyline.

Youll want to make restaurant reservations in advance.

Whats different about this property, though, is its stunning, postcard views of the Lower Manhattan skyline.

View of bar in 11 howard

The Blond bar in 11 Howard.Courtesy of 11 Howard

But then again, its not often that Manhattan gets a new-build hotel.

The New York Edition

Nikolas Koenig/The New York EDITION

It has 360-degree views of Manhattan.

Some reviewers found it to be understaffed.

View of guest room and restaurant at The Marlton

Interior views of The Marlton.Chelsie Starley / The Marlton

There is also a fitness center and a spa on-site.

Of course, there’s also something special at each location.

It is an older style and is not quite as happening as it once was.

Lounge with huge couch and view of trees

Public lounge in PUBLIC Hotel.Courtesy of PUBLIC Hotel

Each of the 60-rooms are comfortable and have a vintage feel, with antiques and reproduced English wallpaper.

The Wallace

It stands out as the most stylish new hotel on the Upper West Side.

There arent too many amenities.

Interior view of room in The Ludlow

Guest room in The Ludlow Hotel.Courtesy of The Ludlow Hotel

Mandarin Oriental

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It has a prime position overlooking the park on Columbus Circle.

Its one of the more expensive hotels uptown.

Mandarin Oriental does luxury well, and its five-star New York location is no exception.

Restaurant with tree in the middle of the dining room

Cafe Carmellini in The Fifth Avenue Hotel.Courtesy of The Fifth Avenue Hotel

The spaces are adorned in the Asian-influenced interiors that are true to the brands eastern origins.

The rooftop bar draws long lines in the summer months, so youll want to arrive early.

Each of the 195 rooms are modern, light filled, and controlled by iPads.

interior guest room of The New York Edition

Guest room in The New York EDITION.Nikolas Koenig/The New York EDITION

I’m also a big fan of the hotel’s eco-friendly features and mission.

There is no spa on-site, so youll need to go elsewhere for any post-flight rejuvenation.

Industrial-hip is how you would describe the Wythe, Williamsburgs first hotel, occupying a factory building from 1901.

Fireplace in guest room in The High Line Hotel

Guest suite in The High Line Hotel.Courtesy of The High Line Hotel

There is no spa on-site.

Fun fact: all of the artworks featured in the hotel are by Brooklyn artists.

Plus, it featured onTravel + LeisuresWorlds Best Awards list in 2023.

Details of guest room in Hotel Chelsea

Guest room in Hotel Chelsea.Annie Schlechter / Hotel Chelsea

Traveling as a family?

Consider Fouquets or The Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca.

Venturing with a group and planning on exploring the nightlife scene?

Guest room with view of skyline in Mandarin Oriental

Guest room in Mandarin Oriental New York.Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental

Perhaps the Lower East Side would be a fit.

Figure out what your ideal itinerary looks like and explore your neighborhood and hotel options from there.

Dining and wellness options were taken into account, as were winners of T+LsWorlds Best AwardsandIt List.

Room with view of Brooklyn Bridge

Guest room in 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge.Courtesy of 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

Finally, all recommendations align with theT+L Hotel Values.

Sunset light coming into a guest room

Guest room in The Wythe.Lucas Vasilko / The Wythe

Bedroom with a view and balcony at The William Vale in Brooklyn, NY

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