10 of the Best Hotels in Downtown Manhattan, New York
An exhilarating, energetic, eclectic melting pot, New York is a truly cosmopolitan city, where every language is spoken, every race represented and every cuisine is on the menu. And the best hotels in Downtown Manhattan reflect that variety.
As you'd expect in such a vibrant place, the best hotels in Downtown Manhattan come with a vastly varied price list. But there’s really nowhere like Downtown Manhattan to experience, and the only way to experience New York is in one of our Guru’s recommendations for 10 of the best hotels in Downtown Manhattan.
10 of the Best Hotels in Downtown Manhattan
Classic New York Hotels in Downtown Manhattan
- The Gramercy Park Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel right by Gramercy Park, with an award winning roof terrace restaurant overlooking the park and an impressive art collection which includes Warhol and Damien Hirst.
- The Mercer is another New York classic, offering the ultimate in SoHo design chic and a world-class restaurant.
The Best City Break Hotels in Downtown Manhattan
- The SoHo Grand Hotel is a sumptuous option with stunning views, renowned decor and acclaimed cuisine.
- While the Washington Square Hotel is a historic hotel in Greenwich village, with Art Deco details, subtly lit rooms and a great restaurant.
The Hippest Hotels in Downtown Manhattan
- Sixty Soho is a hip SoHo hotel with a phenomenal rooftop bar and restaurant,
- or try Soho House, for exclusive luxury in the Meatpacking district with an even more fantastic rooftop terrace and pool, a deluxe spa and a 44-seat cinema.
The Best Hotels in Downtown Manhattan for City Buzz
- The Bowery Hotel is a fun and lively destination in an up-an-coming district,
- or you could go for the The Standard in the uber cool Meatpacking District, with it’s ceiling to floor windows offering views across the whole buzzing scene.
- The Tribeca Grand is another of our buzziest and best Manhattan hotels with an in-house cinema, funky roof-top terrace, regular live music and plenty of luxury.
The Best Hotels on Wall Street
- The Andaz Wall Street is worth a mention as the only hotel with a Wall Street address. It’s hip and happening and has a fantastic spa and bar.
If you haven’t found the best hotel in Downtown Manhattan on our Guru’s list of 10 you could try:
- Expanding your search to include our list of the best places to stay in New York? or our Guru's recommendations for 40 of the Best Hotels in Manhattan?
- Or you coud try our Guru's recommendations for 7 of the Best Midtown Manhattan Hotels? or 5 of the Best Uptown Manhattan Hotels?
- Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
10 of the Best Hotels in Downtown Manhattan
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Gramercy Park Hotel 185 rooms from £268
New YorkCheck pricesNewly decorated luxury boutique. Great pieces of furniture and diverse artworks, from Warhol to Damien Hirst, provide a unique impression of 21st century Bohemia. A lively and hip destination.
LuxurySights nearby - Just a short stroll away you will find New Yorks most famous site, The Empire State Building.Great walks - Take a turn around the lovely Gramercy Park literally on the hotels doorstep.Views - Gorgeous views of Gramercy ParkRecommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection -
The Bowery Hotel 135 rooms from £303
New YorkCheck pricesA young, hip and delightfully atmospheric hotel in the trendy East Village. Chic and comfortable rooms with large windows providing plenty of light and splendid views. The vintage bars and restaurants are full of old world charm. A fun and lively destination in an up and coming district.
Close to nightlife - Bowery Ballroom and Mercury Lounge are just 800m away, as well as a whole range of hip bars and clubs.Local exploring - This trendy district is full of exciting sites and areas to explore by foot or by bike.Lively - More for revelry than for pampering.Great walks - The hip and trendy East Village is best explored on foot, wander the streets or ask at reception for a good route!Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Fodors, Frommers, Kiwi Collection -
The Mercer 75 rooms from £534
New YorkCheck pricesUltimate SoHo chic. An iconic hotel, The Mercer provides the comforts of a home away from home, but in the surroundings of a trendy loft space. Artistic cool and modernist designs. Its world-class restaurant is a must.
Foodies - The automatic table reservation at chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Mercer Kitchen is worth its weight in gold.Families - Interconnecting family suites and babysitting services.Outstanding location - Located in bustling downtown Soho.Local markets - Walk to the south-east of the hotel and you'll stumble across Little Italy and Chinatown, both well worth a visit.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection -
Sixty Soho 97 rooms from £241
New York (Soho)Check pricesA hip and stylish SoHo hotel. The chic rooms are full of individual details such as artworks by Harland Miller and selected literature. Phenomenal bar and restaurant are incentive enough to stay here. A lively spot to see and be seen.
Restaurant - Acclaimed restaurant - a paean to Thai cuisine.Roof terrace - Rooftop barGreat walks - Learn about the Lower East Side’s rich immigrant history on foot during a guided tour at the Tenement Museum on Orchard Street.Local markets - Wander down to Chinatown, under two Km away, and check out all this dynamic area has to offer.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith -
Washington Square Hotel 150 rooms from £194
New York DowntownCheck pricesAn historic 1902 residence turned hotel in Greenwich Village. Art-deco style furnishings and dark mahoganies make up the subtly lit rooms. Here it's all about the prime location right on the corner of Washington Square Park.
Local exploring - Right in Greenwich Village, this is an ideal spot for exploring Manhattan by foot.Local markets - Check out the streets of China Town, packed with stalls and shops of every description.Sights nearby - All within a few minutes walk are Madison Square Gardens and Little Italy.Outstanding location - On the edge of Washington Square Park.Recommended by - Frommers -
Soho House New York 24 rooms from £389
New YorkCheck pricesExclusive luxury in lower Manhattan's hip Meatpacking district. Fantastic rooftop terrace with pool, 44-seater cinema, and delux spa. Soho House is the epitome of cool. What more could you want from a trendy trip to NYC. Enjoy the Soho House restaurant, bar and Cowshed spa.
Bar - Rooftop bar situated near rooftop pool.Swimming Pool - Heated rooftop pool with barRoof terraceViews - Great views from hotelRecommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, I Escape, Kiwi Collection -
Andaz Wall Street 253 rooms from £388
New York CityCheck pricesThe only hotel with an address on Wall Street, placing it at the epicenter of the Financial District. Large loft style rooms with seriously luxurious bathrooms. A hip restaurant using farm fresh produce, trendy bar and a glorious spa. A boutique hotel with a chains knowledge.
Romantic Break - A stylish choice- loft-style rooms featuring pillow menus and king sized beds and downstairs a hip bar and yummy restaurant.City Style - A slick hotel set in an historic NYC neighborhood- trendy rough brick walls mixed with glossy finishes and lavish fittings.Great walks - Close to New Yorks famous Central Park, a breath of fresh air in the city centre.Sights nearby - Walking distance from ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Governor's Island.Recommended by - Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection -
The Standard 338 rooms from £359
New York (Meatpacking District)Check pricesOh-so chic rooms in the edgy ambient neighbourhood of Lower West Side. Ceiling to floor windows offer stunning views across New York, even from your bath tub. Hip all American food at the hotel restaurant and a 'to be seen in' bar. A hyper-modern way to experience New York.
Romantic Break - Wonderfully indulgent suites feature romantic stand alone baths with stunning views and downstairs expect wonderful cuisine.City Style - A super trendy creation by Andre Balazs- achingly hip and housing one of New York's most sought after nightlife spots.Views - Great views of the skyline and Hudson BayRomantic - Good for couples.Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Fodors, Kiwi Collection -
SoHo Grand Hotel 355 rooms from £300
New YorkCheck pricesSumptuous and elegantly designed - the 1870’s Gilded Age meets 1970's luxury - catering to the ultra-chic New Yorker. Rooms have stunning views and are decorated with original artworks. Acclaimed cuisine, stylish bar and sophisticated club room. A chic urban paradise.
Rooms with balcony/terrace - Two sprawling penthouse loftsPet friendly - No fee for petsSights nearby - Central location means sights of New York are on your doorstepDesigner - Interior designs by celebrated interior designer Bill SofieldRecommended by - Tablet, Kiwi Collection -
The Roxy Hotel Tribeca 203 rooms from £238
New YorkCheck pricesThe SoHo Grand’s cooler little sister - the ultimate in downtown chic. The in-house cinema, live music and suave roof top terrace all attract a fashionista crowd. Sleek, mid-century modern rooms, fitted with the latest technology. The relaxing Aire Ancient Baths are located just one block away.
Pet friendly - Pets can stay with no additional chargeCity Style - Luxurious downtown chicSpa - Aire Ancient Baths, located just one block from the hotelHouse party feel - Noise from the lively bar downstairsRecommended by - Tablet
Written by Darren Taffinder