New York affordable-luxury hotels: a VIP trip without the price-tag

You don’t need to fork out lots of cash to surround yourself with exquisite works of art, the luxurious Chambers hotel is both affordable and a veritable gallery of modern art pieces. These are David Rockwell designed accommodations, just a short walk from Central Park and steps from the luxurious designer boutiques on 5th Avenue. The Chambers hotel is a modern sanctuary, and New York’s art scene is perfectly embodied at this hotel with their eclectic collection of over 500 original works exhibited throughout.

With their contemporary rooms, beautiful art collection, and fantastic location steps from Times Square, MoMA and Rockefeller Center, this hotel is an art lovers dream!

Located in New York’s edgiest neighbourhood, it’s no surprise that Hotel Indigo took inspiration from the graffitied streets of its Lower East Side location for their interior design concept. Art is at the forefront of this hotel’s aesthetic, with a custom mural by graffiti icon Lee Quiñones, and the bright rooms offering locally-influenced design, each with a modern feel and a pop of colour.

The 14th- floor lobby at Hotel Indigo has panoramic city views, so head to the rooftop for a cocktail or a dip in the pool and to admire the cityscape VIP style.

For clean lines, modern conceptual design, and luxurious simplicity, book a room at Made Hotel. With a focus on nature, wood, green spaces and comfortable soft furnishings, this unique hotel is catered to creative thinkers with their motto ‘experiences are the new luxury’. Just steps from the Flatiron building and Madison Square Park, you can indulge in a lobby bar, modern restaurant, and fantastic 18th-floor lounge with panoramic views.

Located at Columbus Circle above a designer shopping center and opposite Central Park, you really get your money’s worth in this five-star location. The Mandarin Oriental is walking distance of Times Square and Broadway and with a subway station on the doorstep, access to the whole city is no problem from here.

The hotel itself exudes opulent New York glamour, with indulgently large rooms and suites, all decorated in a chic, oriental style. A fantastic restaurant overlooks Columbus Circle and Central Park, and an indoor pool with panoramic city views let’s you feel like a true VIP.

Situated right next to one of New York’s most popular parks, the High Line, The Standard is a cool hotel, with a cool style, in a cool neighbourhood. With no lack of amenities, the 338 modernly minimalistic guest rooms have floor to ceiling windows and fantastic views over the city or the Hudson River.

If you don’t fancy leaving the hotel, you can relax in the hotel’s very own German beer garden on the ground level, or party at their world-famous club, Le Bain, on the top floor. And in the winter months, the hotel even boasts its own ice rink!

A luxury hotel in the heart of Times Square, The Knick is nestled between the bright lights of Broadway and the oasis-like calm of Bryant Park. It’s just a short walk to main attractions such as the Top of the Rock and MoMA, and close to an abundance of shopping opportunities on Madison and Fifth Avenues.

This hotel also offers one of New York’s prettiest rooftop bars, St Cloud, looking out over Times Square with twinkling lights and cozy outdoor seating areas.

For some old-school New York glamour and a great location, the Wyndham New Yorker is a great option, located close to Penn Station and within walking distance of Times Square. The art-deco style building dates back to 1930 and was once the tallest building in the city. For great views, book one of the higher-level rooms with a balcony and a view of the Empire State Building- you won’t regret it!

Right in the middle of bustling Midtown, with Times Square and Broadway on your doorstep, the Hilton Times Square’s 44 stories soar over the city. The large yet cosy guest rooms offer panoramic city viewing with their floor to ceiling windows. Standard guest rooms start from the 22nd floor and Deluxe rooms are all located on the 33rd; but above all, each one offers great city views.

Outside of your room, you can find the lobby restaurant on the 21st floor, where you can enjoy breakfast looking out over Times Square or have a pre-show cocktail in their stylish bar.

A short walk from Madison Square Park on the chic Park Avenue is the Royalton Hotel. This stylish hotel, formerly the Gansevoort Park Avenue, has recently been renovated and rebranded as the Royalton. With it’s sleek, modern interiors, abundance of amenities and great views from a fantastic rooftop pool area, you’ll be living the life of luxury!

This is one of my favourite hotels in New York, due to it’s no-nonsense comfort, modern amenities and fantastic location right in the middle of the city. Borne from a need for a new kind of travel experience, citizenM offers affordable stays in a luxurious surrounding. For tech fans, you’ll love the in-room tablets that can be used to control everything in your room, including the temperature, smart TV, and mood lighting. Combine that with the huge, plush beds, this hotel ensures you get your beauty sleep in pure personalised comfort.

The Novotel Times Square is right in the heart of New York’s’ theatre district, with Times Square just around the corner. Having played host to famous figures over the years, including Marilyn Monroe, this 1920’s hotel offers a taste of classic New York in all its glory. To experience unbeatable views of Times Square, make sure you head up to the beautiful wraparound terrace

Row NYC is a modern, vibrant hotel which is luxurious yet affordable. Boasting a premium location close to Times Square and all the city has to offer. With speedy WiFi throughout the hotel, as well as in their iMac internet lounge (with a great view of 8th Avenue), you can ensure that you stay connected during you trip.

Other facilities include a fitness centre, iconic M grocery store, and ‘District M’ – their in house restaurant- serving great pizzas, cheeses and charcuterie.