the best accessible hotels after the decline of Airbnb

The scarcity of Airbnb accommodation in New York is redistributing the accommodation cards in the city. With the rise in prices and the restrictions imposed on the platform, many travelers are rediscovering the hotel offer. Although the era of cheap hotels is over, there are still establishments that combine charm, modernity and good value for money. Spread across the most emblematic districts of the Big Apple, these hotels offer original services that rival those of rentals. Here are ten addresses offering an affordable price and a little extra soul.

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SoHo

11 Howard

Near Canal Street, at the intersection of Lafayette and Howard Streets, this minimalist hotel appeals to fans of sleek design and Fashion Week regulars. Its French restaurant, Le Coucou, managed by Daniel Rose, attracts gourmets, while its cozy atmosphere designed by the Roman and Williamsen firm makes it a popular place for demanding visitors.

The price: from 245 dollars (220 euros).

11 Howard, 11 Howard Street, New York NY 10013.

Greenwich Village

Walker Hotel Greenwich Village

This Art Deco boutique hotel combines retro charm with modern elegance. The rooms, comfortable and bright, offer a peaceful retreat in a very popular area with unaffordable hotel options. The Society Café, hidden on the ground floor, is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail after a day of sightseeing.

The price: from 218 dollars (195 euros).

Walker Hotel Greenwich Village, 52 W 13th Street, New York NY 10011.

Gramercy Park

Freehand Hotel New York

Known for its friendly atmosphere, the Freehand Hotel New York attracts a young and cosmopolitan clientele. The Broken Shaker, its lively rooftop, offers creative cocktails, while the rooms, carefully decorated, recall the atmosphere of an artist’s studio. A must-see in Gramercy, what’s more, is a popular Latin restaurant, Comodo.

The price: from 195 dollars (175 euros).

Freehand Hotel New York, 23 Lexington Avenue, New York NY 10010.

NoMad

Made Hotel

With its natural materials and bold design, the Made Hotel embodies the thriving NoMad neighborhood. Rooms, featuring details like stone basins and Shibori textiles, offer a warm retreat. We love the narrow balconies allowing an exceptional view of the industrious arteries of Midtown. And the sun-drenched lounge on the 18th floor is a popular spot for its views of Manhattan.

The price: from 271 dollars (240 euros).

Made Hotel, 44 W 29th Street, New York NY 10001.

Romer Hell’s Kitchen

Opening in 2023, one of the latest additions to the Big Apple portfolio, the Romer combines a strategic location just a stone’s throw from Times Square with an intimate atmosphere. The common areas, with a design inspired by Le Corbusier, and a lounge offering original cocktails make it an elegant and accessible address.

The price: from 170 dollars (150 euros).

Romer Hell’s Kitchen, neighborhood hotel, 851 8th Avenue, New York NY 10019.

Roosevelt Island

Graduate by Hilton New York

Palm of originality, with this address straddling the East River, located on the campus of Cornell Tech University, between Manhattan and Queens. Designed by Hilton, the first hotel on Roosevelt Island is unanimously acclaimed with its rooftop lounge, Panorama Room. To explore Downtown, take the one and only gondola in New York!

The price: from 222 dollars (199 euros).

Graduate by Hilton New York, 22 N Loop Road, New York NY 10044.

Lower East Side

Public Hotel New York City

Specifically designed to compete with Airbnb offers, the “Public” boasts the fastest WiFi in New York and a Scandinavian design in light wood, an ambiance working space and daily fitness classes, an incomparable panorama for most rooms, and a rooftop accessible by a sleek elevator. Designed by Studio 54 founder Ian Schrager.

The price: from 298 dollars (267 euros).

PUBLIC Hotel, 215 Chrystie Street, New York NY 10002.

Financial District

Mint House at 70 Pine NYC

Nestled in an iconic Art Deco building, this hotel residence combines modern comfort and historic charm. With its equipped kitchens and its proximity to the Seaport, it is an ideal solution for travelers wishing to combine autonomy and style. The most? its new restaurant Tin Building by Jean-Georges. Design love at first sight? Ornaments in the rooms can be purchased individually.

The price: from 245 dollars (220 euros).

Mint House at 70 Pine NYC, 70 Pine Street, New York NY 10005.

Downtown Brooklyn

NU Hotel Brooklyn

Classic, spacious and bright, on the edge of Dumbo and “BoCoCa” (Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens), the NU presents the best option for the most daring, ready to venture beyond the Brooklyn Bridge and to test the hammock provided in the spacious and original rooms!

The price: from 283 dollars (254 euros).

NU Hotel Brooklyn, 85 Smith Street, New York NY 11201.

Williamsburg

Moxy Brooklyn Williamsburg

Small in size but big in character, this Williamsburg hotel offers rooms with large bay windows and a spectacular rooftop. The LilliStar bar is a popular meeting point to admire the Manhattan skyline at sunset.

The price: from 169 dollars (150 euros).

Moxy Brooklyn Williamsburg, 353 Bedford Avenue, New York NY 11211.

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