Is there a better way to soak up the glory of New York City’s twinkling, skyscraper-filled landscape than from a plush rooftop bar with a cocktail in hand? Of course there isn’t. And if you happen to be sleeping just a few floors away, in the same hotel? Even better.
The fact is that there are thousands – and we mean thousands – of hotels in New York, but booking one that also acts as a picture frame for the city’s legendary skyline is surely a huge bonus (particularly if you’re a first-timer). So, we’ve compiled a list of the best.
Topping that list is the Shelburne Sonesta New York, a four-star, 325-room hotel in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighbourhood.
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‘Vintage Green left me pleasantly surprised. I’ve frequented plenty of rooftops in New York and two things are fairly consistent amongst them: the service often lacks, and the food and drinks tend to be of pretty average quality,’ writes our NYC-based contributor, Kaitlyn Rosati. ‘Neither are the case here. It’s the second-largest rooftop bar in New York, offering sweeping views of the city, and is completely covered in florals and greenery. Make sure to head up here for golden hour.’
As for the rooms? They range from tidy studios to two-bedroom apartments (some of which have kitchenettes), but if you’ve got some cash to splash, opt for the Empire Suite – even lifelong New Yorkers won’t be able to resist those views.
Check the 14 best hotels in New York City for some outstanding views.
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