Where to Stay
in
New York City

The City of New York attracts millions of visitors every year.  It is to be expected, as New York City is not only one of the most important financial centers of the planet, but also the artistic capital of the world.  The millions of people that come to New York City are there either on business, on a tour of the museums and galleries of the city, on their way to watch a few shows on Broadway or simply to experience everything that makes New York City so famous all over the world.

Tourism is alive and well in New York City.  The September 11 attacks that have destroyed the World Trade Center may have brought it to a standstill for some time, but the city is now recuperating from that loss and is gaining the tourist activity that it has enjoyed throughout the years.  And because tourism is alive and kicking in New York City, there is no dearth of places to stay in New York City.

New York City boasts of the most fabulous hotels in the world.  For those who can afford it, a few nights’ stay at these posh, five-star hotels truly enhances the New York tourist’s experience.  However, if you are visiting New York City on a somewhat tight travel budget, you do not need to go broke and bust your entire budget on a five-star hotel.  The City of New York is dotted with inexpensive hotels that provide good and secure accommodations for the budget traveler.

The Posh Hotels of New York City

If money is not a problem and you want to stay where you can get the best services that money can buy, here are some of the leading hotels to be found in the City of New York.

  1. Four Seasons Hotel New York.  The Four Seasons Hotel New York is located right in the heart of Manhattan’s leading shopping and business district, just off Fifth Avenue.  The property belongs to the small and elite circle of AAA five diamond hotels and hotel chains all over the world.  Each guest room in the 364-room establishment has a king-sized bed or twins, a large marble bathroom and its own sitting area.
  1. The Peninsula New York.  Standing 23 storeys high on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street in the middle of Manhattan, the Peninsula New York is a historical landmark building established in 1905.  All of its 185 rooms and 54 suites are designed in a luxurious nouveau style and aims to cater to the needs of the executive traveler.  It is an AAA five diamond hotel and is recognized by Condé Nast as one of the top three hotels in New York.
  2. The Waldorf=Astoria.  For more than a hundred years, Waldorf=Astoria has stood as an example of luxury and sophistication combined with excellent service in the hotel industry.  An Art Deco landmark building standing 47 stories high above Park Avenue in the heart of Manhattan.  Each of the 1,425 guest rooms in the Waldorf=Astoria is uniquely furnished and decorated with timeless elegance.  The Waldorf=Astoria is practically part of New York City’s history and landscape.

The Budget Hotels of New York City

If you are traveling to New York City on a budget, you can still enjoy having a good night’s sleep in a good hotel without having to worry about room rates.  There are good and affordable hotels to be found in New York City.  Some of these budget hotels are listed below.

  1. Hotel Chelsea.  Found in Chelsea, Manhattan, Hotel Chelsea is the first building in New York City to be included in its list of cultural preservation sites.  Over the years, it has been home to several of the great names in literature, arts and music in the United States.  These personages include Mark Twain, Arthur Miller, Allen Ginsberg, Stanley Kubrick, Bob Dylan and Frida Kahlo.
  2. Cosmopolitan Hotel Tribeca.  The Cosmopolitan Hotel Tribeca is located in Lower Manhattan in the neighborhood of Tribeca.  The hotel is small, having only 105 rooms available to its guest; its size guarantees peace and privacy after a day’s exposure to the din and chaos of New York City itself.
  3. The Marcel.  The Marcel is a small boutique hotel at the east side of Manhattan.  The location and accessibility of the hotel makes it a good base for tourists who want to explore New York City.  The reasonability of the hotel’s rates makes it a practical choice for tourists on a budget.

To get more information about where to stay in New York City, good online resources include the New York for Visitors Guide in About.com, Citysearch.com and the Condé Nast travelers’ guide