New York City

The Greenwich Hotel is exceptional in its decor, forsaking passe minimalism or novelty in favor of the kind of rustic traditional warmth that has marked great hotels for centuries. — Star Service

The hotel’s most distinctive feature, however, may be the lofty level of craftsmanship... that ribbons throughout the public spaces. — Travel + Leisure

On a charming corner of Greenwich Street in TriBeCa, the Greenwich Hotel is a sophisticated downtown Manhattan property owned by actor Robert DeNiro. — Afar Magazine

A buzzy boutique hotel on bustling 57th Street, featuring dining from celebrity chef Marc Murphy and a rooftop lounge overlooking Central Park — Jetsetter

The Greenwich Hotel is Robert de Niro’s chic boutique featuring gorgeous bedrooms decked out in Moroccan tile and Carrara marble, many of which offer views of the Tuscan-style courtyard. — Mr & Mrs Smith

In the heart of SoHo, the colorful Crosby Street Hotel is a boutique from the Firmdale Hotels group out of London. — Afar Magazine

Retreating to a luxurious, cool oasis after spending a day rabble-rousing in one of the most energetic cities in the world is pretty unbeatable. — Mr & Mrs Smith

Opened in SoHo in 2009, this Kit Kemp–designed 11-story brownstone has floor-to-ceiling windows throughout and is environmentally certified as an LEED Gold property. — Condé Nast Traveler

This exuberant Firmdale Hotels offering is sort of the perfect mix of over-the-top design flourishes and straight-up excellent hospitality, which makes it an instant hit for kids. — goop

All in all, the place oozes excellent taste. When you're ready to leave your room but don't want to step out into the city, the Drawing Room offers fireplaces and access to a courtyard garden. — Gayot

In a landmark building on the Upper East Side, The Mark has been reimagined by French designer Jacques Grange as a soigné retreat. — Travel + Leisure

The exterior may be classic Upper East Side elegance, but peek through the front door, and within a second, you'll understand that there's more to this hotel than first meets the eye. — Gayot

For all the changes at The Mark, the service remains terrifically old-school. — Condé Nast Traveler

Bold geometric shapes and splashy interiors helped reinvent this once-stuffy Upper East Side classic. — The Telegraph

There is nothing not to like here, with the exception of the steep rates: this kind of luxury does not come cheap. — Frommer's

Two blocks west of the East River, half a mile from Battery Park, smack dab on Wall Street, this sleek 32-story hotel is Hyatt's counterpunch to Starwood's W Hotel Downtown — Star Service

Andaz Wall Street is perfect for the traveler who prefers luxury off the beaten path. — Forbes Travel Guide

While Wall Street has gained several hotels over the last few years, this 253-room property remains worthy of your consideration. — Gayot

The only hotel on Wall Street, perfect for storming into town to pitch an IPO, or sleeping off that nasty trial separation. — BlackBook

The 253 guest rooms have seven-foot-high windows, which means that the bleached-wood interiors (some complete with soaking tubs) are flooded with natural light. — Travel + Leisure

This is an earthier version of the Crosby Street Hotel, an elegantly irreverent uptown import that captures the future of this neighborhood like a firefly in a jar for all to see. — Star Service

Not for one second did I feel that I was in the confines of just another luxury hotel, but rather my own personal flat in this magnificent city. — Mr & Mrs Smith

In the heart of the historic NoMad neighborhood (North of Madison Square Park), this 168-room hotel is located in a fully restored, turn-of-the-century Beaux-Arts building. — Gayot

Located on a stretch of Broadway just north of Madison Square Park that’s slowly evolving from a no-man’s-land of garment and electronics shops to become one of the city’s trendier nooks. — Forbes Travel Guide

This area, which sits at the juncture of the Flatiron, Gramercy, Chelsea, and midtown districts, is one of the city's hottest new neighborhoods. — Michelin Guide

This 190-room hotel on the Upper East Side is ready to pull guests away from the nearby Carlyle with room service by Cafe Boulud. — Oyster

The Surrey has the feel of a billionaire’s exquisite Art Deco townhouse – but with room service. — The Telegraph

Eclectic theme – muted pastel tones and rich wood cabinetry, a working fireplace and black, etched water glasses, and a capacious bathroom, floored and walled in grey-veined marble. — Mr & Mrs Smith

For a taste of "Upper East Side elegance", fans flock to this "handsome nest" offering "beautiful", "spacious-for-NYC" quarters that are "well appointed" with "wonderful" marble bathrooms. — Zagat

Spruced-up rooms and suites—in shades of gray, cream, and white—have Duxiana beds, Pratesi bathrobes, and exclusive amenities from perfumer Laura Tonatto. — Travel + Leisure

Now anyone can be Eloise with her own Plaza condo. — Not For Tourists

The opulent vibe extends to the bathrooms, which feature mosaic baths, 24-carat gold-plated sink fittings and even chandeliers—perhaps to make the foreign royals feel at home. — Time Out

This Beaux Arts–style 19-story landmark on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Central Park South is "synonymous with New York." — Condé Nast Traveler

Eloise's adopted home on the corner of Central Park, the Plaza is one of New York's most storied hotels, hosting all manner of dignitaries, moneymakers, and royalty. — Fodor's

Landmark hotel in iconic 20-story building. — Andrew Harper

Art fans will adore the eclectic display of works hanging on the walls, and there’s even an art map so you can find out who created each piece. — Forbes Travel Guide

A solid citizen with a dash of whimsy. — Frommer's

If you're over the hotel-as-nightclub experience and want a look at how stars actually live in the city, Smyth is a good place to find out. — Concierge

From the lobby and its stunner of a bar to the 100 guest rooms, every last inch of Smyth Tribeca is a sexy and stylish treat. — Gayot

It has a young, jazzy appeal. Yabu Pu shelberg pushes the envelope with a vaguely vintage and completely original look. — Michelin Guide

Founded more than a century ago by John Jacob Astor IV, The St. Regis New York recreates the glamour of a bygone era at Manhattan’s finest address. — The Telegraph

World-class from head to toe, this 5th Avenue Beaux Arts landmark comes as close to flawless as any hotel in New York. — Fodor's

The grand, century-old St. Regis is known for its extraordinary service... but the hotel has many other outstanding features. — Oyster

Marble, gold, crystal, tremendous bouquets, and white-gloved butler service. — BlackBook

Beaux-Arts beaut packed with opulent city institutions like the birthplace of the Bloody Mary. — Jetsetter

With the opening of the Park Hyatt New York the Manhattan power nexus has once again shifted to Midtown. — Condé Nast Traveler

The Park Hyatt New York distinguishes itself from its lodging brethren with its eye-catching futuristic architecture, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Christian de Portzamparc. — Gayot

Occupying the first 25 floors of the 90-storey ‘One57’ skyscraper in Midtown, Park Hyatt New York offers 210 state-of-the-art rooms. — The Telegraph

Situated in the heart of Midtown, Park Hyatt New York is in an ideal location. Just a quick walk from Central Park and right across the street from Carnegie Hall. — Forbes Travel Guide

A swim in this pool—25 floors above bustling Midtown Manhattan—is a highlight of the hotel, along with cocktails in the cozy Living Room bar. — Afar Magazine

Occupying the 230 metre high Time Warner building since its launch over a decade ago, the hotel continues to push the boundaries of service and live up to its five-star expectations. — Wallpaper

Its most winning feature just may be its sweeping, floor-to-ceiling views. — Departures

The Mandarin Oriental, located across Columbus Circle from Central Park, offers a dizzying array of modern luxuries. — Oyster

The 251-room hotel... offers what it should: tip-top opulence. — Lonely Planet

The Mandarin Oriental New York competes with the Four Seasons across town as the best-situated, most modern luxury hotel in the city. — Concierge

Dramatic I.M. Pei-designed 52-story modern hotel between Madison and Park avenues, convenient to the Midtown business district. — Andrew Harper

You can feel the city's surging pulse from the moment you walk into I.M. Pei's soaring, minimalist marble lobby. — Concierge

Four Seasons New York somehow manages to channel intimacy and understatement despite its grandeur. — The Telegraph

The New York arm of the global luxury chain, housed in I.M. Pei’s 52-floor tower, is synonymous with dependable luxury. — Time Out

From the stellar service—only surpassed by the Ritz-Carlton hotels and Trump International—to the fantastic facilities, including a luxurious spa, this is a stunner. — Frommer's

Housed in a "landmark" 1905 building, this "well-located" Midtown Starwood boutique offers a "taste of yesteryear", from the "beautiful" art deco decor to the "excellent" staffers. — Zagat

A top-to-bottom refit of the Lambs Club... has turned this actors’ den into a sleek 83-room hotel with Art Deco lines and ocean liner-inspired fittings that hark back to travel’s bygone eras. — Condé Nast Traveler

Distinguished art deco landmark building originally designed by Stanford White in 1905, set in the heart of the bustling Theater District. — Andrew Harper

This 83-room luxury hotel in a landmark building near Times Square evokes the glamorous 1920s. — Oyster

This art-deco masterpiece near Times Square is a notable member of Starwood's Luxury Collection — Star Service

The eclectic elegance continues in the spacious rooms, with a jewel-toned color palette, tapestry-covered chairs, hand-tufted rugs, mahogany drinks cabinets and iPads. — Time Out

From the leather-topped dining tables to the artful splashes of color, the 185 guest rooms are mini versions of the ultra-fabulous public areas. — Condé Nast Traveler

More than half of the rooms are suites at this 1925-built legend, some with views overlooking Gramercy Park. — Frommer's

This 1925 landmark, whose bohemian sumptuousness had frayed in recent years, has been reanimated by hotelier Ian Schrager, who... buffed the old-school grandeur to a sheen. — Concierge

Ian Schrager is gone, but remaining are the tapestries, velvet, extravagant chandeliers, and impossible air of romance. — BlackBook

If you're looking for a five-star experience in New York, and you insist on a Ritz, the sister property downtown offers a nearly identical experience for half the price. — Oyster

The Ritz is the tits, baby. No matter what one asks for, it is always the staff's pleasure to assist. — BlackBook

Originally the site of the landmark St. Moritz Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park offers some of the city’s most luxurious and elegant accommodations. — Forbes Travel Guide

"Luxurious" accommodations with "beds like heaven" and "to-die-for" views of Central Park star at this "incredible". — Zagat

It's all about the park views here, though the above-and-beyond service, accommodating to a fault, makes this renowned property popular with celebs and other demanding guests. — Fodor's

Opened in 1930 as a residential hotel, the elegant Carlyle is best known for its classy cabaret room, Café Carlyle, and Bemelmans Bar. — Time Out

This 34-story grande dame towers over Madison Avenue, perfectly epitomizing the old-world, moneyed neighborhood where it stands. — Frommer's

One block east of Central Park, across from the Hotel Surrey, this renowned old-fashioned residential-style hotel is the best overall offering for successful salt-and-pepper types on the East Side. — Star Service

The Carlyle has been a favourite of everyone from Jackie O to Lady Di. A handsome, 35-storey 1930s Beaux Arts building with 188 Art Deco-styled rooms and suites. — The Telegraph

The Carlyle's fusion of venerable elegance and Manhattan swank calls for the aplomb of entering a Chanel boutique: walk in chin-high, wallet out, and ready to be impressed. — Fodor's

Five star glamazon at Fifth Ave and 55th Street, with a clubby atmosphere, a pool and yearround rooftop bar. — Jetsetter

The Peninsula has retained its decorative Beaux-Arts façade—but inside, old-world grandeur meets streamlined modernity. — Travel + Leisure

"For very special occasions", this "luxurious" Midtowner in a "landmark" 1905 building makes guests "feel like royalty", setting the "gold standard" from "first-class" staffers. — Zagat

Classically styled Midtown hotel in a 23-story Beaux Arts-style landmark building near Rockefeller Center, Central Park and 57th Street shopping. — Andrew Harper

Stretching high above Fifth Avenue, the Peninsula is a glamorous, classic hotel. — Afar Magazine

Apart from the vistas—and the thrill of checking into a place owned by the star of The Apprentice—the advantages of staying here will most benefit business travelers. — Concierge

Across from Central Park on Columbus Circle, this 52-story hotel is "great for shopping, dining, Broadway shows, and exploring the city." — Condé Nast Traveler

The Donald’s brassy ’80s-skinned Gulf and Western tower the perfect aerie for plutocrats looking to rock park views. — BlackBook

Titan of business and pleasure towering over Central Park with a Michelin-starred restaurant and spa. — Jetsetter

The most unique feature of the services offered here is the Trump Attaché, a valet assigned to each guest upon reservation to anticipate his or her every need. — Gayot

If you’ve dreamed of the New York loft life, this outpost of the Andaz brand is an enticing option. — Afar Magazine

The city’s second property from Hyatt’s boutique brand... has 184 loftlike guest rooms with 12-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and muted interiors by designer Tony Chi. — Travel + Leisure

The 184-room Andaz Fifth Avenue -- an outpost of Hyatt's stylish, luxury mini-chain -- sets itself apart with clean, New York-inspired design by Tony Chi and an unbeatable location. — Oyster

A converted 1916 building with a killer art collection and loft-like rooms in the heart of Midtown. — Jetsetter

Across from the New York Public Library, one block east of Bryant Park, this is Hyatt's big-budgeted boutique brand, a carefully calculated response to Starwood's W hotels. — Star Service

A modern boutique hotel with mid-century inflections, the 208-room Quin has all the amenities and attributes for a luxury Midtown Manhattan stay. — Oyster

Emery Roth original livened up with new glass canopy. Interior spaces don’t spare a penny, with leather-wrapped columns and gold leaf ceilings. — BlackBook

Thoughtful touches abound at The Quin. Like the in-room espresso machines, which come with both porcelain cups and to-go paper cups, in case you need to drink your java on the move. — Frommer's

This new luxury hotel just south of Central Park once housed artists like Marc Chagall and Georgia O'Keeffe. — Fodor's

The Quin is a Cinderella story, the prince being the deep-pocketed owners who transformed this once ailing bastion for middling tour groups and middle management into the belle of the ball. — Star Service