18 Best Boutique Hotels in New York City

Looking for the most charming boutique hotels to stay in New York? If you’re traveling to New York for the first time, it can be overwhelming to find a place to stay.

So a lot of visitors just end up staying in Midtown, which is one of the biggest mistakes you can make when visiting New York. Midtown is crowded and touristy, and full of hotels so you’d be missing out on the appeal of NYC.

I can tell you that there are SO many better places to stay in the city. And anywhere you want to go is always just a subway ride away!

Best Boutique Hotels in New York City

Here are 18 of the best boutique hotels in NYC to consider for your trip:

1. Ace Hotel

Located in the trendy NoMad neighborhood, Ace Hotel New York is a super hip and cool boutique hotel.

2. Crosby Street Hotel

This chic NYC boutique hotel is located in the heart of quaint, cobblestoned SoHo in lower Manhattan.

3. NoMo SoHo

NoMo SoHo is super popular for its Instagrammable rooftop bar and famous fairy lights archway.

4. 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

If you’re dreaming of waking up to views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the downtown Manhattan skyline, look no further than the stunning 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. The 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most famous Instagram photo spots in New York. But in addition to priceless views, this hotel is also at a great location to explore DUMBO and lower Manhattan, which is only a subway stop away.

5. The Greenwich Hotel

The Greenwich Hotel is a super chic and trendy luxury boutique hotel in a happening downtown neighborhood.

6. The James New York – NoMad

The James New York NoMad is a bright and airy boutique hotel that’s central to the best of Manhattan. They also have another great location in SoHo.

7. Gansevoort Meatpacking

Located in one of the coolest neighborhoods in Manhattan, the Gansevoort is an artsy and hip boutique hotel.

8. The Nolitan

Located in the Nolita (North of Little Italy) neighborhood, The Nolitan is a super cute boutique hotel in a great location.

9. The Bowery Hotel

The Bowery Hotel has an elegant, old-world feel, but don’t be fooled. This luxury boutique hotel is located in Bowery, one of the trendiest and most happening areas downtown.

10. Wythe Hotel

If you don’t mind making the trek to Brooklyn, Wythe Hotel is a super cool boutique hotel in a refurbished factory near the waterfront with an industrial chic feel.

11. Walker Hotel Greenwich Village

Located in a bustling area on the West Side, Walker Hotel is a super pretty boutique hotel in the perfect location. It’s steps away from Union Square and NY University and close to Washington Square Park, too. The staff is extremely friendly, and as a guest, you’ll be treated to cozy slippers, luxurious bath robes, and free toiletries.

12. Refinery Hotel

Best known for its stunning rooftop bar with Empire State Building views, Refinery Hotel is a great, centrally located boutique hotel in Midtown Manhattan.

13. The Ned NoMad Hotel

This chic Parisian-inspired boutique hotel is located in a great spot in NoMad (North of Madison Square Park.)

14. The Standard East Village

The Standard East Village is super popular for its rooftop bar and location in one of the most vibrant and trendy nightlife neighborhoods in the city. They also have another location in Chelsea.

15. The Ludlow

The Ludlow is trendy boutique hotel on the Lower East Side offers amazing views of downtown Manhattan. It’s also near great restaurants and nightlife.

16. 11 Howard

Inspired by Scandinavian design, 11 Howard is a bright and airy luxury boutique hotel in NYC.

17. The Beekman

The Beekman is a super luxurious hotel right by the Brooklyn Bridge and the World Trade Center. Their service is impeccable, and the rooms and suites are very nicely decorated with elegant furniture and thoughtful details. Look up the 9-story atrium with a pyramid glass ceiling, and you’ll be taken back to the old days of this historic building.

18. The Surrey

I’m partial to The Surrey because it’s located in my favorite uptown neighborhood, the Upper East Side. This luxury boutique hotel is a block away from Central Park and 5th Avenue and just down the street from the MET. The Surrey really is close to all this neighborhood has to offer

Map of Best Boutique Hotels in NYC

Final Thoughts

So there you have it, my list of the best boutique hotels in New York City. Any one of these incredibly cool hotels would be a unique and stylish accommodation that you to enjoy.

From the trendy NoMad neighborhood to the cobblestones of SoHo, you can find the great service, amenities, and design of an authentic New York experience. Whether it’s waking up to views of the Brooklyn Bridge or enjoying a cocktail on a rooftop bar, these boutique hotels provide a memorable stay in the city that never sleeps.

What’s Next: Things to do in New York

Now that you found the perfect place to stay during your visit to New York, you can start to plan your activities. I’ve created the ultimate New York bucket list with more than 75 things you can do to make the most of your trip:

1. Rent a rowboat in Central Park
2. Walk the Chelsea High Line
3. Enjoy a cocktail at a rooftop bar
4. Whisper a message to a friend at Grand Central Station
5. Get a cronut from Dominique Ansel Bakery
6. See my NYC Bucket list with 75+ things to do in New York

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