New York City

Hidden bars of New York

New York City is a magical city for the cocktail enthusiast. There are bars of every theme, color and smell in this great metropolis. The only challenge: Finding them. In a concrete labyrinth, where half the bars are unmarked, actually locating the best places to imbibe can be tough. Here’s my down and dirty guide to finding some of the best bars in New York.

Chambers Hotel New York City

Located in Midtown Manhattan, Chambers Hotel is at the center of everything you’d ever want to see and do during your visit to New York. The noise and chaos found on 56th Street seem to go silent as soon as you walk through the front door of this charming boutique hotel. Grab a latté and birthday-cake truffle at Momofuku Milk Bar — the Christina Tosi dessert bar connected to the hotel — or lunch at David Chang’s Má Pêche before retreating to your room to relax and unwind.

The Lowell Hotel New York City

The Lowell New York City is elegantly situated on Manhattan’s fashionable Upper East Side, The Lowell enjoys the best of both worlds – serene privacy and un-matched convenience. East 63rd Street between Madison and Park Avenues is a quiet, tree-lined residential enclave for some of New York’s most prestigious addresses.

Top 10 Boutique Hotels in New York City

For those interested in more personalized service and style, we have compiled a list of the top 10 boutique hotels in New York City that fits your style. Whether you want to base yourself around the corner from MoMA, near Times Square or alongside the High Line, there are small boutique hotels scattered throughout the city. The effect is a bit like staying in a friend’s apartment—if your friend happens to be an architect or interior designer.

The Spectacular Peninsula New York Hotel

The Peninsula New York is ideally located on Fifth Avenue and 55th Street, in the heart of New York City’s most prestigious shopping, cultural, and business neighborhood, in Mid-town Manhattan. A 23-story, 1905 landmark building, many of the hotel’s original Beaux Arts architectural features, designed by Hiss and Weekes, have been retained throughout The Peninsula New York. The result is one of modern accents on old-world elegance.

The Hotel Indigo an elegant Chelsea New York City hotel

The Hotel Indigo is tucked in the heart of New York City’s charming Chelsea Flower District, Hotel Indigo is anchored in organic design and personalized service. A newcomer with its own sense of style, this Manhattan retreat offers fine dining, elegant guest rooms with spa-inspired bathrooms, 24-hour health and fitness center and a short stroll to Chelsea’s art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and nightlife.