Where to Stay in New York City
The good news is, in New York, the options for finding accommodation are nearly endless. However, it's also the second priciest item to fit into the budget. Check out our tips for finding the accommodation that best suits you during your stay.
Best Places to Stay in NYC
Times Square is our number one spot to find accommodation. Alternative areas include Central Park or the Empire State surroundings, although these are quieter areas and don’t offer the bustling atmosphere Times Square provides.
If you don’t want to spend as much on lodging, you can find cheaper options in Brooklyn and Queens and get to Manhattan every day on public transport, although it will take approximately half an hour to get to the center. If you decide to look into Brooklyn or Queens, we recommend booking a hotel with a Subway station close by to save as much time as possible.
Hotels in New York City
The prices of hotels and flats tend to change every day, which makes the search for accommodation more expensive. Booking can be difficult if you want to find the best deal, so don't give up on your search—it's hard to know if the price will go up or down.
As we've already mentioned, the average price of hotels in New York, and especially in Manhattan, definitely isn't cheap. You should expect to pay at least US$ 150 per night for a double room.
You can find the best deals at the link below. Most hotels now offer the option of paying once you arrive in New York City, and in most cases, you can cancel your reservation just 24 hours in advance.
Visitors can save up to 30% on accommodation by booking hotels that offer advance payment. This “non-refundable” option is ideal for those who have already booked their flights and know the exact days they will be staying in the Big Apple.
You'll have to add a 14.75% tax to all prices and, sometimes, a small fee per room per night, approximately US$ 3.50. Before confirming your hotel reservation, we recommend checking the final price to see if these charges are already applied or not.
All hotels in New York will ask for a deposit when you check in, which will of course be refunded at the end of your stay (unless there are serious incidents). You should bear this in mind when deciding how much money you'll need to have on your card to pay.
Apartments in New York City
Holiday flats are becoming more and more fashionable and many people are choosing to stay in flats in New York rather than hotels, especially for longer stays or if you're travelling with your family and children.
However, staying in a flat won't necessarily be cheaper than staying in a hotel. In fact, it again depends on the area. You can rent a flat in different neighbourhoods beyond the tourist areas.
At the following link, you'll find flats all over the world with a minimum price guarantee.
Hostels in New York City
It's definitely the cheapest option of all, but don't expect anything luxurious in return. Hostels are the best option for solo travellers or groups of friends. You can find beds from US$ 20 to US$ 40 in double or triple rooms with shared bathrooms.
As with hotels, check before booking whether or not taxes are included.
