The best hotels in New York City offer a few key features: sweeping views of the skyline, attentive service, and proximity to the city’s buzziest neighborhoods and sights—Central Park, Fifth Avenue, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chelsea, and (dare we say it) Times Square. It feels like there’s a luxury hotel around every corner, and you wouldn’t be entirely wrong. From the picture frame windows and mood lighting of the Public Hotel to the Regency-style interiors of The Pierre, there’s plenty to write home about from these postcard-worthy lodgings.

Choosing just one spot to check off the boxes on your travel to-do list is a very tall order, but you might be surprised what you’ll find in the city that never sleeps. Location really makes a difference here, and in an effort to help you navigate the vibrant world of New York City hotels, we pulled together some of our favorite design-forward stays from all over the subway map. At AD, we love a good interior, so we highlighted a curated selection of spots to satisfy your aesthetic cravings, with plenty of other perks to make it a visit to remember. Whether you’re looking for Art Deco style, an otherworldly spa that sets you on a whole ’nother plane of relaxation, some Michelin-worthy dining options, or a rooftop bar that looks out onto the heart of the city, we’ve got options for you.

We broke the following picks down into three budget categories—because you don’t need us to tell you that staying in the Big Apple can be expensive. Consider this your official travel guide for finding the most luxurious place to lay your head at night.

The Best Hotels in New York City, by Category:

Under $500 | Under $1,000 | More Than $1,000

Perks: Rain-style showers, in-room living spaces, a fitness center, and accommodations for pets
Neighborhood: The Lower East Side

Located in the hip Lower East Side—where young, cooler-than-thou locals and buzzy shops like Colbo and Coming Soon converge—is the Ludlow, a boutique hotel designed by a trio of renowned New York City hoteliers: Sean MacPherson, Ira Drukier, and Richard Born. It includes 175 spacious guest rooms spanning studios, terraces, loft spaces, and a penthouse suite that feature exposed beams, chairs clad in sheepskin rugs, and old-school four poster beds. The oak-paneled lobby is one of the hotel’s coziest gathering places, with a grand limestone fireplace offset with squelchy leather seating, only rivaled by the garden terrace where French cuisine is served under a constellation of colorful glass pendants. From $389 per night.

Perks: Dedicated workspaces, exposed brick, fitness center, room service, concierge service
Neighborhood: Williamsburg, Brooklyn

One of the best places to get a good glimpse of Manhattan is beyond the city limits itself. At the Wythe Hotel, a short L train ride into Brooklyn, lofty rooms brightened by wallpapered accent walls overlook the city skyline. The industrial-leaning interiors nod to the hotel’s origins as a former textile factory, where timber ceilings and exposed brick meet lived-in leather seating. Even if you’re not staying here for the night, you can also catch the sights and knock back some French 75s from the hotel bar that’s open to the public and serves tea on Sundays. Or, rub shoulders with local creatives at Le Crocodile downstairs, which serves up some of the tastiest brunch options in the area. From $413 per night.

Perks: Bicycle rentals, fitness classes, valet parking, meeting rooms, rooftop lounge, snack pantry
Neighborhood: Midtown

For a boutique hotel experience that’s central to Manhattan’s biggest attractions and right in the center of the action, consider Arlo NoMad, with its cozy platform beds and wall-to-wall windows that look straight out onto the skyline (just imagine waking up to the Empire State Building in your line of sight). The heart of Manhattan is right outside your door when you’re ready to lace up your walking shoes, but indoors, you can cap off a long day at the hotel’s rooftop lounge or start the day with an (upscale) diner experience at the retro NoMad Diner. From $404 per night.

Perks: On-site nightclub, fitness center, parking, pets allowed, free Wi-Fi
Neighborhood: The Bowery

It’s very likely you’ve seen this hotel’s sexy, neon-lit escalator on your Instagram feed at some point, which tips you off to what a stay is like here: Everything is calculated for premium vibes. Dreamed up by hotelier Ian Schrager, the man who brought Studio 54 to life, the lobby is more social club than waiting room, and the bedrooms (with cozy, tunnel-like boxes that frame your bed) radiate with dim lighting after dark for ambiance. Downstairs, snack on ceviche or sink your teeth into some strip steak at chef Diego Munoz’s Peruvian restaurant Popular. Then, head to the property’s alfresco bar, The Roof, for a nightcap, where your backdrop for the evening is the 360-degree view of Manhattan (hello, Lady Liberty!). From $489 per night.

Perks: Fitness center, electric vehicle charging station, rooftop pool, babysitting services, movie room
Neighborhood: Dumbo

Nestled within the sprawling Brooklyn Bridge Park, with its enchanting waterfront views, this outpost of the famed 1 Hotel line mimics the landscape outside: Greenery is packed into every corner of the common areas and guest rooms, while floor-to-ceiling windows aim to bridge indoor and outdoor spaces. Here, relaxation is not just a perk but the goal, and you can wake up to rooms flooded in natural light, bask in the rain-style showers in your bathroom, or swim some laps in the rooftop pool. From your immediate surroundings, walk the cobblestoned paths in the neighborhood, or take a ferry into Manhattan and enjoy the breeze on your commute in. From $687 per night.

Perks: Babysitting services, pets allowed, soundproof rooms, room service
Neighborhood: Midtown

Originally built as the Setai and renamed in 2013, Langham Place has a lobby that’s worth adding to your itinerary on its own. Designed by Meyer Davis Studio, the space features original artwork, including two oil paintings by living New York legend Alex Katz, as well as a cozy lounge with a striking two-way fireplace. Guests are within walking distance of Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building—i.e. the best of Midtown Manhattan—but can still avoid the chaos of Times Square. The art collection in the lobby is only a hint of the sophistication that awaits you in your hotel room, complete with dreamy white linens and lots of wood paneling. From $796 per night.

Perks: Billiards, valet parking, fitness center, spa, pets allowed
Neighborhood: Midtown

Hotelier Ian Schrager helped reinvent the famed MetLife clock tower on Madison Square Park as the elevated boutique hotel it is today. Designed in collaboration with Rockwell Group, all 273 rooms feature light oak walls and minimalist furniture for a serene stay. In contrast, hotel restaurant The Clock Tower aims for cozy ambiance with mahogany wood paneling, massive Victorian fireplaces, and walls crammed with black-and-white photos depicting New York icons, music legends, and city scenes set in baroque-style frames. From $816 per night.

Perks: Fitness center, in-room breakfast, pets allowed, allergy-free rooms
Neighborhood: Upper East Side

The Pierre is an Upper East Side gem fit for Regency royalty, between its Turkish marble bathrooms, rich drapery, personal butler service with upgraded suites, and lavish canopy beds. While each room is outfitted with modern technologies such as high-speed internet and air purifiers, the painstakingly curated interiors would feel more at home on a Bridgerton set (right down to the checkerboard tiling in the lobby). Start your day with coffee at the India-meets-France Perrine restaurant on the premises, mosey through Central Park—just outside the hotel—then make your way over to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to brush up on your art history knowledge. For a taste of opulence, dine at the hotel’s Rotunda, a banquet space beautified with wall-to-ceiling frescos and velvet-tufted banquettes. From $643 per night.

Perks: Three-story wellness center, hot and cold plunge pools, 3,000-square-foot gym, salon, garden terrace
Neighborhood: Midtown

Aman New York—located in the famed 1921 Crown Building at the nexus of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street—was designed by the creatives behind Grand Central. Like the aforementioned transportation hub, the historic building has undergone some restoration since its beginnings as the former home of the Museum of Modern Art. Now, its interiors (inspired by Japanese design) exude calm and quiet luxury, a theme shared among the 22 private residences at the Aman and its 83 spacious rooms and suites. Each one features a working fireplace and soaking tub, though you’ll find even more opportunities to unwind at the hotel’s three-story wellness center, which includes a truly breathtaking pool area, a yoga and pilates studio, and a fitness space where personal trainers can guide your off-duty routine. From $2,133 per night.

Perks: Luxury Maybach house car service, plus an on-site pool, spa, and gym
Neighborhood: Midtown

The first hospitality project of France’s beloved house of fine crystal, the Baccarat Hotel was brought to life by French design firm Gilles and Boissier. The lobby is decorated with custom-crafted furniture (many of which feature Baccarat crystal elements) set against a neutral palette of champagne, cream, and chocolate brown. Seventeen elaborate crystal chandeliers hang from the lofty 35-foot ceilings in the public spaces, with Baccarat sconces and lighting dotting each of the 114 rooms on the property as well. From $1,296 per night.

Perks: Babysitting services, laundry services, a Guerlain spa, afternoon tea at the Palm Court
Neighborhood: Midtown

It doesn’t get much more iconic than a stay at The Plaza, a true bucket list moment for any Home Alone 2 fan or Eloise nostalgic. Staying here during the holidays feels especially festive, when the entire property is decked out in decorations and an astonishing number of Christmas trees. As an esteemed guest of the Plaza, you’ll also join the ranks of king and queens, presidents, dignitaries, and celebrities from every industry. Rooms and suites look accordingly regal to suit their clientele: Think elaborate headboards, gilded furniture, ornate chandeliers, and luxe textiles. Brooke Shields loved their mantels so much, she even asked to install one at her home when the hotel redid its fireplaces. From $1,195 per night.

Perks: Japanese spa with a pool, fitness center, daily newspaper delivery, house car
Neighborhood: Tribeca

Located in the swanky Tribeca area, the Greenwich Hotel is pure luxury from its penthouse suite complete with a sauna and steam room to the underground pool nestled in its tranquil, Japanese-influenced Shibui Spa. Each of the hotel’s 88 rooms share a similar focus on wellness, including handmade Savoir beds throughout and even some soaking tubs and fireplaces depending on your accommodations. This downtown haven is ideal for anyone hoping to shop the boutique-heavy streets of SoHo, check out the One World Observatory, or gallery hop around the area at spots like the Jacqueline Sullivan Gallery, Superhouse, and Bortolami. And though there’s plenty of good grub in the neighborhood, we’d recommend that you spend at least one night sampling some handmade Italian pasta at Locanda Verde, the Meyer Davis-designed restaurant on the ground floor. From $1,075 per night.