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With always so much going on throughout the year, it’s impossible to be bored in New York City, which is one reason why it’s an awesome staycation destination. There’s no need to travel far from home if you live in NYC and just want to treat yourself to luxurious amenities and a fun environment to switch up the pace of life. Here are our top picks for luxe hotels, cool Airbnbs, and spacious VRBO properties to help you plan a memorable staycation in New York City.

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The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

A popular extended stay hotel in NYC, The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in Upper East Side has been drawing in guests since 1930. This hotel offers 24-hour in-room dining, the Sisley-Paris spa for treatments, a 24-hour fitness studio, and the Yves Durif Salon. It is a pet-friendly hotel for dogs up to 25 pounds with a $50 per night fee. In addition to hotel rooms, there are also serviced apartments that have one to four bedrooms for your extended staycation or just to have a little extra room. The hotel has an American restaurant, supper club dining, and afternoon tea offered.

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The Williamsburg Hotel

The Williamsburg Hotel offers a nice Brooklyn staycation experience with pet-friendly rooms, free Wi-Fi, and lovely suites that have skyline views. One of the coolest hotels in Brooklyn, it’s fun to join the high tea jazz brunch and a yoga or Pilates class on the rooftop. The Seven Seeds restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired foods, there’s a lobby bar for co*cktails, and the Water Tower for rare spirits and DJ music. Guests here also enjoy the rooftop oasis with its outdoor pool, bar, and café.

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The Langham, New York, Fifth Avenue

Choose this staycation option for a five-star Fifth Avenue experience that you’ll never forget. The residentially-styled rooms and suites offer a prime location in Midtown Manhattan. You’ll be between the Empire State Building and Bryant Park here and have the option of an extended stay for 14 days or more with extra room to relax. Pets of 20 pounds or less are welcome here with a $250 fee per stay. The hotel also has a fitness center, sophisticated dining with artisanal co*cktails, and inviting bar and lounge for guests to enjoy.

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Lovely Duplex Loft on the Coolest Block in the South Street Seaport

This VRBO property is a townhome that sleeps five people and has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is 2,600 square feet in size and has access to nine major subway lines, with the subway just two blocks away. Guests get the top two floors of a historic landmark building. There is a five-day minimum stay here. The neighborhood is safe and easy to get to museums and theaters. Other offerings are a washer and dryer, high-end appliances, Wi-Fi, Nespresso machine, and new Bosch cooktop.

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JW Marriott Essex House New York

JW Marriott Essex House New York is a luxury Central Park South hotel that is close to many local attractions and has Art Deco touches, Wi-Fi, and ample work desk space. It’s one of the top pet-friendly hotels in Manhattan and features a spa to book treatments, a modern fitness center, and a restaurant and bar to enjoy. Staycations here are fun because you’ll be in a historic hotel that dates back to 1931 and that offers numerous accommodation options, including suites with epic views. Central Park is practically the hotel’s front lawn for getting outside and enjoying the park during your staycation in NYC.

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Hotel 48LEX

Hotel 48LEX can be excellent for your staycation because of upscale dining, lounge for coffee and co*cktails, and Midtown East location. This is a Four Diamond hotel that has 116 spacious salons and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out to city views. The hotel also has a 24-hour gym, modern bathrooms, and Mix + Mask treatments with co*cktails in your room. Pets are welcome to stay with you here if they weigh 50 pounds each or two dogs with a combined weight of 75 pounds. The pet fee is $50 per day. CATCH serves farm-to-table cuisine at the hotel in a chic space while focusing on organic foods and flavorful dishes.

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Huge 5-Bedroom Townhouse

For your large group staycation, consider this entire townhouse for rent on Airbnb. It accommodates up to 13 guests and has five bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Here you’ll be in a historic home that spans three floors and over 2,500 square feet of space. It offers a full kitchen, laundry, private deck, free Wi-Fi, and a large TV with cable in the living room. Guests here have access to the entire three-floor apartment, and your host is available for questions at all times. This is a great place to get to know the culturally rich and beautiful Harlem neighborhood.

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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park is another top New York staycation because of its Central Park location, on-demand fitness classes, and craft co*cktails at Contour. It’s also home to La Prairie Spa for your beauty and wellness treatments has townhouse-inspired rooms with city and park views, and also offers 24-hour in-room dining. Featured treatments at the on-site spa include the back-to-front facial, skin caviar body polish, and reviving foot treatment.

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Historic Townhouse with Private Backyard

It’s also fun to plan a staycation at this historic townhouse that can accommodate five guests in New York. You’ll have this whole townhouse to yourself and get one bedroom and one bathroom. From here, it’s a 15-minute ride on the subway to Times Square. Come here for a peaceful oasis that has been professionally cleaned after each guest group and a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom. The townhouse was built in 1886 and has been fully restored and set up with safety features. Other amenities are a TV with local channels, free Wi-Fi, and pantry basics.

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1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

For a waterfront retreat with lovely views and eco-friendly touches, plan to have a staycation at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. This hotel is LEED Gold certified, serves farm-to-table food, has an electric house car, and hosts sustainable gatherings. It’s also home to the Bamford Spa and a rooftop pool and bar for your relaxation and enjoyment. The Osprey and Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge are the onsite dining and drinking options, and the spa offers massages, facials, and other body services. The 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge hotel partners with Performix House to give guests access to personal training services and state-of-the-art gym equipment. In addition to standard rooms and suites, there are also connecting rooms here to accommodate your family and have a little extra staycation space.

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FAQs

Where to go for a staycation in NYC? ›

  • DUMBO: 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. Address: 60 Furman St. ...
  • Central Park: The Plaza New York. Address: 768 5th Ave. ...
  • Tribeca: The Dominick Hotel. Address: 246 Spring St. ...
  • FiDi: The Wall Street Hotel. ...
  • Midtown: The Peninsula. ...
  • Greenwich Village: Walker Hotel. ...
  • Hudson Yards: Pendry Manhattan West. ...
  • Williamsburg: The William Vale.
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Where is best to stay as a tourist in New York? ›

Midtown Manhattan is where to stay in New York for good value. Midtown Manhattan is the most obvious area to stay in New York. It's where most of the city's accommodation is located, nearly all within walking distance of key attractions such as Times Square, MoMA and Central Park.

How do I stay on a budget in NYC? ›

NYC On A Budget: 15 Tips For Cheap Travel To New York
  1. #1: Don't stay in Manhattan.
  2. #2: Use the subway to get around.
  3. #3: Eat like a local.
  4. #4: Take advantage of museum deals.
  5. #5: Don't spend $ chasing the best views—check out these free vistas instead.
  6. #6: Walk or bike between activities and sights.

What does a staycation mean? ›

A staycation (a portmanteau of "stay" and "vacation"), or holistay (a portmanteau of "holiday" and "stay"), is a period in which an individual or family stays home and participates in leisure activities within day trip distance of their home and does not require overnight accommodation.

Where should I go for a staycation? ›

Staycation locations
  • New for winter 2024. Glentress Forest. Peebles.
  • Deerpark. Cornwall.
  • Keldy. North Yorkshire.
  • Ardgartan Argyll. Loch Long.
  • Garwnant. Brecon Beacons.

How to spend 4 nights in New York? ›

4 days in New York – All the best places to visit
  1. Central Park Zoo.
  2. A private tour in Central Park in a horse-drawn carriage.
  3. A pedicab tour in Central Park – choose between the 1 or 2 hours tour version.
  4. American Museum of Natural History.
  5. Guggenheim Museum.
  6. Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  7. St. Patrick's Cathedral.
  8. Top of the Rock.
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What is the safest area to stay when visiting NYC? ›

A: Some of the safest neighborhoods in NYC include Battery Park City, Tribeca, Chelsea, and Murray Hill. Those aren't the only ones, though! Read on to explore our other top picks for the safest parts of NYC.

What part of New York should I stay for first time? ›

For first-timers, Midtown Manhattan is one of the best areas to stay in New York. You're within easy walking distance of all the heavyweight sights - Times Square, Central Park, Broadway, the MoMA - and there are plenty of accommodation options to suit every kind of traveller.

What is the prettiest place in New York City? ›

Brooklyn Bridge Park, Domino Park, Brooklyn Bridge, and Staten Island Ferry have some of the most stunning waterfront views in NYC. – Are there any hidden gems with beautiful architecture? The Cloisters and Jefferson Market Library are places with beautiful architecture.

Is $1,000 dollars enough for a week in New York? ›

Depends on what you want to do but a ball park amount aside from accommodations would be about a thousand per week. You can of course use only a fraction of it but to make the most of your stay in NYC, I would say a thousand per week would be a reasonable figure.

Is $50,000 enough in NYC? ›

Q: Can you live in NYC with 50k? A: Living in NYC on an annual income of $50,000 won't be easy, but it is possible, and it will definitely require some clever budgeting. Let's break it down without going into too much detail.

Which part of NYC is the cheapest to stay in? ›

Williamsburg in Brooklyn

That being said, moving out of Manhattan is a great way to save money, as space is less limited here which keeps prices down compared to the island across the East River. Casual dining, drinking, and shopping is a bit less pricey here in Brooklyn, and Williamsburg has so much to offer.

Why do people go on staycation? ›

Many travelers are now turning to “staycations,” or vacations where you stay at home or nearby, to rest and recharge. A shorter trip closer to home — or even a staycation in your own backyard — offers many of the same mental and physical benefits as a traditional vacation, but with less stress and a lower price tag.

Is staycation fun? ›

A staycation gives you the opportunity to explore and rediscover your hometown. You may find yourself being surprised by new interesting locales that you had been unaware of. A staycation also allows you to re-explore and re-experience the fun of visiting classic spots.

How many days is a staycation? ›

A staycation is when you take a vacation relatively close to your home. You can go somewhere new for a day, overnight, a week, or as long as you want!

Where to go if you want to leave NYC? ›

  • Florida. Florida has long been a summer playground for New Yorkers but increasingly they're leaving behind the subway and noise to move there full time. ...
  • Texas. ...
  • Boston, Massachusetts. ...
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ...
  • Stamford, Connecticut. ...
  • New Jersey. ...
  • 7. California.

What neighborhood in NYC should I stay in? ›

Starting north and working our way downtown, the Upper East Side is the best place to stay in New York City for anyone who's looking for a quieter, more residential experience that is still super convenient to the cultural attractions that the city has to offer.

What is the cheapest day of the week to stay in NYC? ›

The best day to check into a hotel is on a Sunday, and, if you're flexible about where you want to stay, you're more likely to get a good deal on a room if you wait to book until a week or two ahead of time.

How much does it cost to stay at the Plaza Hotel in New York for one night? ›

The Plaza Hotel from $115. New York Hotel Deals & Reviews - KAYAK.

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