The 8 best Airbnbs in New York City

It's not New York if the apartment doesn't have exposed brick somewhere. This beautiful garden apartment in Brooklyn, NYC, is a welcoming place for up to three guests in a queen-sized bed and one sofa bed. The decor is simple but modern, suiting almost any taste, and is fully equipped to ensure you have a comfortable trip. The area is quiet and friendly, to help make you feel at home, but is in a great location close to public transport and all the trendy spots of Brooklyn. Simple and sweet.

Take the one-stop from Manhattan to Brooklyn and you'll find this awesome duplex in the heart of tree-lined Brooklyn Heights. The apartment offers three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a furnished deck and grill ready to get fired up. Laundry facilities are available and the place is dog-friendly – should you want to bring your furry pal along. If you're hankering for a walk, Brooklyn Bridge Park is less than a block away and many coffee shops and bars are nearby if you fancy a slice. 

Live out your Gossip Girl dreams in this designer apartment on the Upper East Side. With huge windows and soaring ceilings, this place oozes indulgence. Amenities include a 55" Smart TV, speedy Wi-Fi, and a kitchen ideal for plating up your gourmet Manhattan meals. Both bedrooms feature high-quality linens and towels while the master has a queen-size luxury mattress to sink into as night falls. And if you get bored of living in luxury (doubtful), head for a walk in Central Park – just three blocks away. 

Here's one thing you don't often get from city living—an entire house with parking. Sweet Pea Cottage is an adorable little two-bed (second bed on mezzanine floor) that sleeps four and is absolutely brimming with character. There's even a little gated front yard to enjoy in the warmer months. Believe it or not, there is plenty to do on Staten Island itself (the zoo, the beaches, the greenbelt…), but should you want to reach the mainland, midtown Manhattan is just 45 minutes and you can even take a free ferry there. If you're lucky, host Kathleen will leave you some freshly baked banana bread.

Experience New York like a true New Yorker in this boho-inspired Airbnb right by the heart of NYC. The one-bedroom apartment sleeps two guests in a queen-sized bed, surrounded by quirky furnishings and antique treasures. With a fireplace and a claw foot bathtub in the bedroom, you'll feel super cozy and like the place is your own. There are all the classics you'll need for a comfy stay, like Wi-Fi, a kitchenette, and cable TV. And the exposed brick adds some urban chic to a very warm and inviting apartment.  

This pad in the Bronx is stylish, spacious, and great for larger groups. Sleeping up to eight guests, it's great for families and girls' trips alike. The three-bedroom property gives you a little rest and relaxation out of the NYC buzz while allowing you to travel back into the thick of it whenever you please. There is a well-equipped living room and kitchen, as well as an office space with a hammock that's perfect for summertime lounging. As for the neighborhood? It's very community-led, so you'll feel like a real native. The owners are even open to having dogs stay with you. 

If you’re willing to spend, this one-bedroom unit will run you up to $2,000 a night. But the truly unique loft, which has exposed brick walls and a whopping 30 windows, is an incredible (and large) space with 360-degree views of multiple landmarks including the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and East River. In terms of interior design, you'll find cozy sofas, plush bean bags, and, through the stylish kitchen, a whopping king-sized bed. The common roof deck is a cherry on top. Plus, it's in the Lower East Side, so you've got plenty of things to do on your doorstep. 

Manhattan’s East Village is known for being an artists’ neighborhood, so why not crash in the home of an actual artist? Furnished with a mix of designer furniture and family antiques, the (characteristically small) railroad apartment comes with a sunny kitchen and private bedroom. The furnishings are just as quirky and colorful as you'd want them to be, too. Built in the 19th century, mostly for immigrants, tenement homes like these are on the cozier side but offer authenticity and proximity to some of the city’s best attractions and restaurants.