Ace Hotel Brooklyn

Let’s cut to the chase: you’re either an Ace person, or you’re not. It’s a whole vibe—a laid-back attitude, industrial aesthetic, utilitarian-style rooms, and community feel, often rooted in music. If grand dames or overly Instagrammable stays are your thing, the Ace might be too chill for you—but that’s exactly how they like it. Here’s what I thought of my stay. 

Why should you stay at Ace Hotel Brooklyn?

Well, it’s big. The ground floor spans several spaces with loads of room to relax with your laptop or have a drink with friends, and it’s got some cool features like a photo booth, artist-in-residence gallery, and a store. 

The location is great, too. Situated on the edge of Downtown Brooklyn, there’s a shedload of things to do in the area, from strolling the Brooklyn Heights Promenade to seeing a show at the iconic Kings Theatre, and enjoying dinner and drinks from a long list of fabulous restaurants and bars. Oh, and because Ace has a whole community vibe going on, there’s usually a deal or perk in the works, too. 

What are the rooms like at Ace Hotel Brooklyn?

There are five room categories across queen, cozy, double, and loft, plus a suite. Within these categories, you can select an accessible or skyline-specific view option. Interior design choices feel pretty uniform, favoring warm woods, mid-century styles, white bedsheets, and pea-green leather sofas where there’s room. That said, even some of the queen rooms still have space for a sofa, and huge, Crittall-style windows are a staple, filling the spaces with light and providing buckets of that quintessential New York energy. 

As a standard, all rooms are pet-friendly, showcase locally sourced vintage items, original artworks, Firsthand bath products, and room service—they feel wonderfully curated.

What are the dining options at Ace Hotel Brooklyn like?

The Lobby will likely be your go-to for morning coffee or a quick bite to eat before hitting the New York pavement. Here, you can snack on items like Green Goddess whipped feta with fennel chips or Adobo chicken wings. Larger plates include a steak torta, Caesar salad, or pizza bianca. 

All-day dining also comes in the form of Lele’s Roman, which delivers a trendy but authentic Italian menu from breakfast until dinner, and for something special, Sushi Koju offers an omakase fine dining experience in two sittings from Tuesday to Saturday.

What’s the service like at Ace Hotel Brooklyn?

It couldn’t have been better. The front desk team were all smiles—but not in at all in a forced way. In fact, they had plenty of banter while offering ideas on local spots and sharing all the information we might need on the hotel. When one of them offered to help with the bags, we chatted easily on the way up to the room, and their infectious energy really set the tone for the stay.

What are the facilities at Ace Hotel Brooklyn?

Here, the atmosphere is much more work-hard-play-hard than kicking back and relaxing, and while that means you won’t find a pool or hair salon here, you can enjoy a full program of music nights, film screenings, and networking events. 

If you want to work out while on your trip, there’s a state-of-the-art gym in collaboration with Yeah, I Work Out, and the aforementioned dining options if you get hungry. Plus, for those hosting corporate events while traveling for work, there’s an array of stylish spaces that are impressive and might come in handy should you need to take a meeting. 

What’s the area like around Ace Hotel Brooklyn?

If you want to explore the best of Brooklyn, then Ace Hotel’s location is a dream. Situated in Boerum Hill, this area is known for its gorgeous brownstones, boutique shopping, and neighborhood restaurants. With tree-lined streets and a family-friendly feel, it’s the kind of place you can easily spend hours wandering around, and the Ace Hotel team are primed to help you with seriously good local recommendations.  

Why you should book a stay at Ace Hotel Brooklyn

From the moment your cab crosses the bridge and you look out at those Manhattan views, to being greeted by a genuinely friendly and effortlessly cool team, you’ll get a good feeling about the Ace Hotel Brooklyn. Our top tips would be to make the most of your stay and look up the events program beforehand, and if you can, opt for a skyline view room.

DETAILS

Address: 252 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Price per night: starting from $199 per night

Closest transport: Hoyt–Schermerhorn Streets station

Book now: via Booking.com 

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