Whether you’re planning a dream vacation or just want to upgrade your next staycation, it’s important to make the right hotel choice. You’ll be spending a lot of time at your hotel and it can have a big impact on your overall experience in a city, so it’s worth taking the time to research hotels and find the one that feels like home.
With opulent luxury stays in the heart of bustling neighborhoods, sleek boutique hotels with standout design, and even kid-friendly options, NYC has something for every type of traveler. To help you narrow down your choices, we tapped several of our experts to share their favorite places to stay in the Big Apple. From old-world building revamps to hip new openings, they’ve rounded up the best hotel stays in NYC from classic icons like The Plaza (of Eloise fame) to trendy spaces with skyline views and all-star amenities.
In addition to luxe stays near the top NYC attractions, our experts recommend many other excellent hotels in Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond. For example, the Mandarin Oriental New York in Columbus Circle offers spectacular views of Central Park. “Waking up to those huge windows looking at the gorgeous green landscape is breathtaking,” says luxury travel advisor Christy Danforth.
Another great option is the Mercer in Soho, which has rooms and suites that look like chic townhouse residences. The hotel has a quiet, intimate feel that is perfect for a city getaway and it’s close to all of the shopping, dining, and nightlife in Soho.
If you’re craving the beach, our experts have some excellent recommendations for the Philippines, too. The 7,000-island archipelago is a tropical paradise that’s packed with friendly locals, lively fiestas, and stunning beaches. It’s also home to a plethora of new and exciting hotels that are perfect for an island escape.
Located just a minute’s walk from The Mind Museum in Taguig, where you can see the skeleton of a T-Rex, and a 30-minute drive from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Makati Shangri-La Manila has high ceilings and gold touches throughout its 576 guestrooms and suites. If you’re hungry, the hotel has Sage Grill and Steakhouse, a contemporary American eatery serving organic salmon, Australian lamb racks and more, as well as Shang Palace, a Cantonese-style diner plating yum cha classics. Guests can also relax at the Spa, where they can get a two-hour or 30-minute restoration journey using traditional Filipino massage techniques.