Are you looking for an apartment in New York? Or have you finally decided to visit the city that never sleeps, but you don't know where to sleep?
Being a vast city, New York has accommodations that can house all types of travellers. And this is why choosing the accommodation that suits you best is complicated.
To help you, we have prepared a selection of the best accommodations in New York, classified by neighbourhood and for all budgets.
In the Midtown – Times Square area
Midtown is the heart of Manhattan. It is the most dynamic district of the city and, therefore, a must for your stay in New York. It extends from 14th street in the South until the 59th bordering the South of Central Park. You can find various types of sleep places, whether fully furnished apartments or coliving apartments, NYC has it all!
Midtown is divided into two parts:
- The West (Midtown West) is lively with Times Square, the Theater District, and the new neighbourhoods of Hell's Kitchen.
- The East (Midtown East) is quieter, with Murray Hill, Gramercy Park, and the diplomatic zone around the UN.
In the Upper East Side – Central Park neighbourhood
The Upper East Side is northeast of Manhattan, starting at 59th Street and located between the East River and Central Park. It is the wealthiest neighbourhood in New York City and one of the richest in the United States.
A peaceful and pleasant district, it features many museums and thus is a real cultural platform. On the other hand, Central Park is emblematic of New York City. It is 341 hectares and is located right in the centre of Manhattan.
This neighbourhood is ideal for accommodation in New York if you are a fan of peace and quiet, you have a comfortable budget, you like refinement and elegance, and you want to do luxury shopping and eat in gourmet restaurants
The Upper East Side will seduce culture lovers with many museums to discover. These include:
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art: one of the most excellent art museums in the world
- The Guggenheim Museum: dedicated to contemporary art
- The Cooper Hewitt, National Design Museum: devoted to New York City design
- The Jewish Museum of New York is interested in Jewish history and culture
- The Museum of the City of New York to discover the history of the city
- The Frick Collection: art museum
The Chelsea neighbourhood
Chelsea is located in the western part of the borough of Manhattan, between 8th Avenue to the east, the Hudson River to the west, 34th street to the north, and 14th street to the south.
Chelsea is arguably New York City's most artistic neighbourhood, with over two hundred art galleries. It is a reference in the field of contemporary art.
It is also a very trendy district with many shops by young designers.
We advise you to stay in this district of New York:
- If you want to immerse yourself in a multicultural atmosphere
- If you are passionate about art and painting
- If you want a quiet and trendy area
You can discover there:
- The Mary Boone Gallery, Matthew Marks Gallery, and Gallery Group Gallery
- The Rubin Museum of Art focuses on Tibetan art.
- The Chelsea Hotel: is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has seen many stars pass by.
- The Chelsea Market: a covered market
- The High Line: a promenade built on old railroad tracks and offering spectacular views of Manhattan
The Greenwich Village neighbourhood
Commonly referred to as The Village, Greenwich Village used to be the artists' neighbourhood but has gradually become gentrified. Essentially residential, it is an area where tall buildings are lacking and where brownstones, red sandstone houses, are preferred.
Greenwich is surrounded by Broadway to the east, the Hudson River to the west, Houston Street to the south, and 14th Street to the north. Here, you will be surprised by the non-respect for the straight line specific to New York!
And for TV series fans, it is at 66 Perry Street in Greenwich that Carrie Bradshaw lived in Sex and the City, and it is also nearby that you will find the Central Perk from the series Friends!
We recommend that you stay in Greenwich Village:
- If you want a different atmosphere
- If you're going to discover the "bourgeois-bohemian" district of New York
- If you like old-fashioned shops, restaurants, and bookstores
You will discover in Greenwich Village:
- Washington Square Park: a beautiful park where street artists meet
- Forbes Galleries: a museum dedicated to model making and collections of miniature vehicles
- New York University to stock up on merchandise in the official store
- Bleecker Street, where vintage shops and luxury stores mingle
The Lower East Side neighbourhood
The Lower East Side is unlike any other neighbourhood in New York, making it unique and charming. Both young and very lively in the evening or during the weekend, it takes on a more authentic and bohemian atmosphere during the week.
This district is located in the south of Manhattan, right next to Chinatown, with a relaxed and trendy atmosphere. It is one of New York's top nightlife spots, with many bars and restaurants.
The Lower East Side neighbourhood is ideal:
- If you are looking for a lively place
- If you are looking for a community to sleep in New York to go out and party
- If you are looking for a quiet place during the day
The main places of interest to see in the Lower East Side neighbourhood are:
- The Tenement Museum: the tenements were small essential buildings that accommodated immigrant families.
- The Katz Deli: an establishment specializing in pastrami sandwiches, a staple of New York gastronomy!
- The Angel Orensanz Center: a former synagogue converted into a modern art centre
- St. Augustine Church
In the Soho–Tribeca neighbourhood
The Neighborhoods of Soho and Tribeca are the chic neighbourhoods of New York City. Many restaurants, art galleries and several warehouses are converted into high-end lofts. They are located north of Ground Zero and the Financial District.
Soho is the trendy downtown district; you can do your shopping in the luxury boutiques and delicatessens and, of course, have a drink in the trendy bars.
We recommend this neighbourhood to stay in New York:
- If you are looking for a chic and trendy area
- For art lovers who will be delighted to visit the surrounding galleries and museums
- If you like going out and partying
Some of the places to see in Soho include:
- Broadway and all its stores
- Hudson River Park and its magnificent views of the city
- The New York City Fire Museum dedicated to New York firefighters
