Best hotels in New York

The Carlyle

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Few hotels have inspired a documentary, an Assouline book and a fashion collection. The Carlyle is in a class of its own, luring luminaries from all over the world for almost 100 years. Whether it’s your first or fiftieth trip to New York, this is where you can experience the city’s glamorous past and vibrant present. Read expert review

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The Whitby

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

A unique, boutique bolthole from the Firmdale group in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The Whitby offers a sensorial stay, with eclectic, colourful design and a focus on art, alongside serious luxury and unstuffy service. Read expert review

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The St. Regis New York

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This luxury Beaux-Arts icon, standing in one of Manhattan’s sweetest locations, pulls out all the stops for an unforgettable experience. Posh accommodation, the legendary King Cole Bar and flawless service prove that St Regis New York lives up to the hype. Read expert review

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The Benjamin

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Denihan's landmark Beaux Arts hotel exudes elegance from head to toe. This graceful Emery Roth building features sophisticated spaces that feel more like upscale apartments. In-room kitchenettes, exceptional service, and Geoffrey Zakarian's acclaimed restaurant and bar add to the pied-à-terre experience. Read expert review

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Crosby Street Hotel

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Every nook and cranny of Tim and Kit Kemp’s Soho property really does tell a story. This Firmdale hotel overflows with style, great design, and sophistication, awash with unusual finds and classic details. Luxury knows no bounds, yet the five-star service lacks pretence and is remarkably approachable. Read expert review

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The Pierre

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This 41-storey Taj hotel boasts a superb location in Lenox Hill, luxury apartment-like rooms and suites with sweeping views of Central Park. The on-site restaurant, Perrine, is helmed by Chef Ashfer Biju and is undeniably one of the best you'll find in the neighbourhood. Read expert review

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Nine Orchard

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This lovingly renovated former bank is enjoying a new lease of life in one of Manhattan’s most dynamic neighbourhoods. It’s an instant landmark property in the Lower East Side, with remarkable architecture, some truly outstanding city views and endlessly tasteful interior design. Read expert review

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The Chatwal

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

With only 76 rooms, this jewel in the Theatre District proves that great things come in small packages. The stunning Art Deco interiors, personalised service, and a destination restaurant and bar by Geoffrey Zakarian establish The Chatwal as one of Midtown's preferred choices for luxury. Read expert review

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Sofitel New York

Hotel New York, United States

8 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This sophisticated Art Deco-inspired hotel is shrouded in warm wood, marble and brass with reminders of Paris at every turn. Unpretentious staff, an elegant French brasserie and a coveted Midtown address near couture shops and Broadway theatres make this AccorHotels outpost worth the trip. Read expert review

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Trump International Hotel & Tower

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This 52-storey luxury tower has the impeccable star-studded Jean Georges restaurant at its base. The imperious chandelier-hung marble lobby is a perfect melding of Manhattan glitz and European grandeur, and the modern, minimalist guest rooms with spectacular Central Park views are sleek yet surprisingly understated. Read expert review

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1 Hotel Central Park

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This eco-conscious property highlights natural materials but with tons of style, creating a luxurious oasis in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Stellar service paired with modern, earthy interiors and a bustling Jonathan Waxman restaurant place 1 Hotel Central Park among New York's top accommodations. Read expert review

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The William Vale

Hotel Brooklyn, New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

One of New York’s hottest hotels. Plum in the middle of Williamsburg (AKA hipsterville), it spans 14 floors of Brooklyn’s most stylish new building. There is a huge outdoor pool deck, groovy rooftop bar with 360 views, a top chef and futuristic rooms have a balcony and cinematic views of Manhattan. Read expert review

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The Sherry-Netherland

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This grand 38-storey apartment building with a coveted Fifth Avenue address gushes with history and character. Classic Art Deco detailing and an old-world ambience transport guests back in time. Fashioned after Harry’s Bar in Venice, Harry Cipriani restaurant is the place to see and be seen. Read expert review

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Soho Grand Hotel

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Honouring the district’s illustrious past, the Soho Grand continues to impress with its sublime interiors and attentive service. This haven for trendsetters is as stylish as ever, precisely portraying all that SoHo was and still is. Read expert review

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Arlo NoMad

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

What the bedrooms of this micro-hotel lack in size, the communal spaces make up for in style. Centrally located in a newly fashionable neighbourhood, the Arlo NoMad is ideal for travellers keen to get up, out, and take on Manhattan. Read expert review

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Park Hyatt New York

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

This swanky hotel is tucked in One57, one of the city's tallest and most talked about residences. Stellar service, pin-drop quiet rooms, a sumptuous spa and modern but feel-good interior spaces fashion this Hyatt flagship as one of New York's pacesetters among true luxury. Read expert review

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InterContinental New York Barclay

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

After pulling off a multi-million dollar renovation, the Intercontinental Barclay checks all the boxes for comfort, convenience, and understated luxury. The 1926 building, awash with Federalist-style nuances, is one of the few remaining grand dames in the New York City hotel world. Read expert review

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Baccarat Hotel

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

Pretend you’re a movie star amid the glitz and glam of this swank Midtown flagship attached to the legendary French brand. With interiors by Gilles & Boissier, Baccarat overflows with the unexpected. Fanciness aside, this lavish design hotel makes an excellent base for exploring New York. Read expert review

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The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

A 50-storey contemporary iteration of the respected luxury brand from Marriott dresses up a corner of buzzy NoMad. A restaurant by celebrity chef José Andrés, stylish lobby bar, a state-of-the-art spa, five-star service and some of the city's best views make this Ritz-Carlton a rare diamond in Midtown. Read expert review

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The Peninsula New York

Hotel New York, United States

9 /10 Telegraph expert rating

A landmark hotel set in a convenient Midtown location with five-star service, an upscale modern American restaurant, and a chic rooftop bar. While the interiors are classic, they don’t gush with style like you’d expect. Still, there’s a level of old-world luxury that shouldn’t be discounted. Read expert review

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