7 Luxury New York City Stays That Won’t Break Your Budget

The INNSiDE by Meliá New York NOMAD is a sleek city base where bold design and the electric energy of the Big Apple meet laid-back Spanish hospitality. In the heart of Manhattan, among iconic skyscrapers, it’s within walking distance of Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building and The High Line.

Downstairs, The Wilson embraces farm-to-table philosophy and big-city flair with its coastal twist on classic New York dining, specialising in fresh seafood like mussels and grilled branzino. When the Manhattan skyline calls, head to the Rose Garden for craft cocktails beneath a canopy of umbrellas with a backdrop of city lights.

In the heart of Tribeca, this hotel, once a ribbon factory, is surrounded by renowned art galleries, boutiques, Hudson River Park and celebrated restaurants. Its Downtown location means it’s just a short walk from the eclectic streets of Soho, the historic charm of the West Village and the dynamic pulse of the Financial District.

Start your day with a freshly brewed coffee from Blue Bottle, savour Mediterranean flavours at the acclaimed Mostrador and sip cocktails with sweeping skyline views at The Flower Shop Rooftop. After a day of exploration, wind down to live music in the moody, intimate setting of the underground Saint Tuesday.

The perk of staying outside central Manhattan means you get killer views back over the city. Wake to stunning skyline vistas at Boro Hotel New York, an industrial chic stay in trendy Long Island City, Queens. Two subway stops from Downtown, this minimalist gem puts you close to the best New York sights while keeping you surrounded by local bars, hidden speakeasies and buzzing eateries.

Grab a slice at Beebe’s, the hotel’s laidback restaurant serving up classic NYC pizza, pasta and local brews. Those million-dollar views are best admired with a cocktail at the rooftop bar or from the floor-to-ceiling windows of a Manhattan View Balcony Room.

Located in Midtown Manhattan with Times Square right on its doorstep, the Hard Rock Hotel New York is right in the city’s pulsing heart. Blending the Big Apple’s unstoppable energy with Hard Rock’s signature edge, rooms include Crosley record players, curated playlists and Fender guitars on request.

Head up to the 34th floor and take in sweeping skyline views at RT60 Rooftop Bar & Lounge, where live music sets the tone. Downstairs, Sessions Restaurant & Bar captures the spirit of the city with all-day dining and iconic music memorabilia. The menu celebrates fresh, seasonal flavours. Think bold cocktails, stacked sandwiches, classic New York cheesecake and more.

Tucked between skyscrapers in the bustling Financial District and just minutes from The Battery and the Brooklyn Bridge, this hotel is perfectly placed to experience the thrills of Lower Manhattan. Take in magical panoramic New York City views while sipping cocktails at the Highwater Rooftop Bar and start your day with coffee at Buttonwood Cafe, site of the Buttonwood tree where the foundations for the New York Stock Exchange were established.

Contemporary rooms featuring plush bedding and noise-cancelling windows, plus there’s a fully equipped fitness centre.

The New York Hilton Midtown offers a prime central location with everything at your fingertips, making it an ideal choice for travellers seeking both convenience and comfort. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s cultural, culinary and commercial scene, it's just a short walk from Grand Central Station, putting the entire city within easy reach.

After a day exploring the city that never sleeps, unwind with a classic Manhattan cocktail at the sophisticated Bridges Bar or refuel with American-style fare at Herb N’ Kitchen, which uses honey from its own rooftop hives.

Expect quintessential New York sophistication at Romer Hell’s Kitchen, just west of Broadway. Known as a neighbourhood hotel, its value comes from not travelling like a tourist, but like a local. Once you’ve spent your night at Carnegie Hall or Broadway shows, return to your eclectic room with as much character as the suburb it resides in, and relax into feather-soft bedding.

You won’t need to go far to experience authentic New York. Just downstairs at So & So’s Piano Bar, live entertainment boasts a lineup of up-and-comers, leading Broadway stars and local talent. An ode to Hell’s Kitchen’s theatre scene, the music is matched only by the menu—think lobster frites and the bar’s famed sliders, served late into the night.