Top 5 Chic Hotels in New York
News: Evie J Plumb
The bright lights make New York a perfect city break, whether it’s a romantic get away or a weekend of cocktails and shopping with your girlfriends! With a population of over 8 million people you can guess why they call it ‘the city that never sleeps’!
Situated in the SoHo neighbourhood, on the cobble-stoned streets, this stunning, contemporary hotel features a beautiful courtyard and an a luxury terrace restaurant with views that you will never forget. Built from scratch on the site of a former car park in downtown Manhattan, each of the 86 rooms are unique and special. With bright, modern rooms and full-length windows, the 360° views of one of the world’s most popular skylines will blow you away.
The Meadow Suite boasts a gorgeous private garden terrace, and includes in-suite check-in, an unpacking and packing service, a mini bar and welcome gifts. All the hotel’s suites occupy the 9th, 10th and 11th floors.
Spend your mornings in the well equipped 24-hour gym or relax in front of the fireplace in the beautiful, private drawing room. Or if you fancy watching a film, treat yourself to the stunning, private theatre every Sunday for a film night!
The creative Crosby Bar and roof top Terrace serves American style breakfast and brunch all day. You could also indulge in afternoon tea with pastries and sandwiches and a little cocktail after a long day of sightseeing.
Hotel Giraffe is a beautiful, boutique hotel which is within 10 minutes’ walk of Union Square Park and Chelsea. With over 70 bright, spacious rooms full of stunning photography from the 1920’s and 1930’s, it is certainly full of character. All rooms include 10ft ceilings, leather headboards and offer stylish and glamorous furniture.
The continental breakfast served each morning includes a wide selection of fresh fruits, yogurt, pastries and much more. As a guest of the hotel you are treated to a wine and cheese reception in the Club Room each evening, as well as access to the New York Sports Club.
The Hotel lobby is open to guests of the hotel 24 hours a day. Its plush seating and luxurious rooftop garden will ensure your stay is everything you want in an NYC hotel.
The Pearl Hotel is situated in one of the most famous areas in the world, the one and only Times Square! Central Park and Rockefeller Centre are within a 10-minute walk.
All guests can indulge in the daily complimentary breakfast before a busy day in the ‘Big Apple’. The Pearl Hotel boasts 94 rooms which all provide peaceful custom-designed working areas and are equipped with iPod docking stations and coffee facilities. All bathrooms offer L’Occitane bath amenities and beautiful Waffle knit bathrobes and slippers.
The onsite E&E Grill House boasts one of NYC’s most luxury dining experiences, which is perfect for a post theatre dinner or lunch time snack. The menu ranges from a New Zealand rack of lamb to Scottish salmon or herb-crusted tofu. Or if you prefer to eat in the comfort of your room, utilise the 24-hour room service.
If you need to recharge your batteries after a busy weekend exploring the city you can book yourself in to the exclusive spa for a few hours of relaxation and pure tranquility.
Nestled in heart of Manhattan’s Greenwich Village, the Walker Hotel is just a brisk walk from Washington Square Park and 8 minutes in a taxi to Times Square.
Offering stunning and elegant 1920s-inspired décor, guest rooms present stylish leather chair, 24 hour room service, rotary phones and gorgeous outdoor patios. All 113 rooms are equipped with designer bathrobes, slippers and high-end quality toiletries.
The hotel also provides a 24-hour gym with yoga mats, iPads, a library area, laundry service and walking tours of the city.
Guests can relax with a delicious cocktail in the on-site bar and lounge or dine at the Grapevine Restaurant which features a wide selection of Mediterranean food. Greenwich Village is a fabulous location which is perfect for those who love music and art.
Bryant Park Hotel is excellently located in central Manhatten and features a large, luxurious lobby with bold, red furniture and black marble floors. It is often quoted as a “Designer Luxury Hotel” which has received numerous awards for its service and accommodations. Times Square and the Empire State Building are also a just a 10-minute walk away.
With a variety of rooms, suites and terraces, you can enjoy the views and the outside experience of the fabulous New York City. The modern and stylish rooms offer hardwood floors, handmade Tibetan rugs, and stylish leather furniture. All rooms feature a 32-inch LCD TV and Bose CD player.
Treat yourself to dinner the award-winning Koi Restaurant which serves scrumptious Japanese cuisine. Or take a little trip to the Cellar Bar which offers a list of cocktails and a one-hour open bar for hotel guests Monday through Friday.