Coming into New York and wondering where you can find the best accommodation in New York? I am here to help you make that decision. Several factors come into play when making this decision, including a budget, lifestyle, personal interests, crowd tolerance, and so much more.

One thing to keep in mind is that New York is quite expensive, so your expectations should be according to that. The more popular an area is, the more expensive it will be.

New York is divided into three main boroughs, namely Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Each of them has different sights and activities to offer along with different accommodations at different prices. Finding suitable accommodation can play a huge role in how your trip to this magnificent city goes.

I will start with Manhattan since that is the most popular and desirable destination for most people. I will be covering multiple accommodations with hotel recommendations that you can choose from.

Manhattan

There are several areas in Manhattan that you can choose from for accommodation. Each has a different vibe and price point, and I will go through them all one by one.

The first option is Central Park, which is popular with people who love natural areas or enjoy opulent living as its accommodations are generally pricey. Some hotel rooms that you can choose from here include:

Luxury

  1. Whitby Hotel
  2. Thompson Central Park
  3. The Ritz-Carlton

Mid-Range

  1. 1 Hotel Central Park
  2. Le Méridien
  3. 6 Columbus

Budget-Friendly

  1. La Quinta
  2. The Carnegie Hotel
  3. Park Central Hotel

Another area you can check out is Times Square which is popular with people who enjoy a lot of activity and bright lighting. The place is always full of tourists with parties going on and the entire place is always brewing with activity. Broadway is also a part of Times Square, and it is a very central part of New York. Of course, this is not the place to go if you want to see the local New York lifestyle. Hotel recommendations for Time Square include:

Luxury

  1. Hotel Sherman
  2. The Langham
  3. The Chatwal

Mid-Range

  1. AC Hotel
  2. Renaissance New York
  3. Sofitel New York

Budget-Friendly

  1. Riu Plaza
  2. Royalton New York
  3. Club Quarters Hotel

SOHO is another popular area of Manhattan that you can explore if you love shopping and fashion in general. Hotels in SOHO that you can choose from include:

Luxury

  1. The Crosby Street Hotel
  2. The Mercer
  3. SIXTY SoHo

Mid-Range

  1. The Broome
  2. Soho Grand Hotel
  3. ModernHaus SoHo

Budget-Friendly

  1. Citizen M
  2. Solita Soho Hotel
  3. SoHo 54 Hotel

Lower Manhattan is also an area worth exploring, especially if you are interested in the financial prowess of New York and what it represents. This is the home of all things finance. You can find tourist spots like Wall Street, World Trade Central, 9/11 Memorial, and many more. The Statue of Liberty is also visible from this area. Some hotels you can consider here include:

Luxury

  1. The Beekman
  2. **The Bowery**
  3. Conrad New York Downtown

Mid-Range

  1. The Ludlow Hotel
  2. Soho Grand Hotel
  3. The Roxy New York

Budget-Friendly

  1. Artezen Hotel
  2. NOMO SOHO
  3. Walker Hotel Tribeca

~Now that I have covered Manhattan, let’s talk about the other two less “commercialized” boroughs, which are cheaper and great for exploring the local New York scene.~

Airbnb Price Ranges

Private Room: Starting $70/night
Entire Place: Starting $200/night
Hotel Room: Starting $182/night

Prices vary as well depending on the season as well and the above prices are generally prevalent during off-peak season.

Queens

This is the largest borough in New York, and you could get quite far away from the action if you wanted. However, if you want to stay in a reasonably priced location while being close to the main tourist spots, you can explore locations like Long Island City, Astoria, Ditmas Steinway, and Hunters Point. They have great accommodation options but are still close to the main tourist attractions.

Airbnb Price Ranges

Private Room: Starting $40/night
Entire Place: Starting $80/night
Hotel Room: Starting $100/night

Prices vary as well depending on the season as well and the above prices are generally prevalent during off-peak season.

Brooklyn

The best spots that you can choose from in Brooklyn to stay close to all the tourist attractions include Williamsburg, Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Greenpoint.

You can also explore options in New Jersey which is quite close to New York. Some of the places you could look for accommodation include Weehawken, West New York, Jersey City, and Hoboken.

Airbnb Price Ranges

Private Room: Starting $53/night
Entire Place: Starting $130/night
Hotel Room: Starting $182/night

Prices vary depending on the season. The above prices are generally prevalent during off-peak season.

Accommodation Options

You can get accommodation in New York from multiple options, including hotels and online sites like Booking.com and Airbnb.

For Booking.com, you need to be careful when making a reservation because sometimes you will find unbelievably good deals on hotels that could possibly have additional fees attached to them. Airbnb is perfect for people who want to connect with local people and the prices are also cheaper than proper hotels in many cases.

Tips for Traveling

  1. Come during off-peak season as it is less expensive. There is no best time to come as you will find activity all year round. Your choice may also depend on your weather preference.
  2. Stay somewhere close to public transport like a bus stop or subway. Try to buy a one-week pass instead of a single-use pass to save money on travel. $35 may seem like a lot but you will soon realize it is far less than how much you spend on single rides.

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