The 10 sexiest hotels in New York City for a seductive vacation

💎 Best for: unparalleled Manhattan views

A self-described “modern sanctuary”, the Times Square EDITION brings elegance to NYC’s most chaotic junction, with its minimalist black-and-white entryway offering immediate sensory deprivation from the bright lights outside.

The 452 guestrooms provide a stark, light-filled contrast with soft wood tones and stunning floor-to-ceiling vistas. Balcony suites offer an unparalleled perspective to quietly observe the metropolis below, while motorized blackout curtains guarantee absolute privacy. The bathrooms are equally sleek, complete with deep soaking tubs and Le Labo products.

While the hotel’s lush, plant-filled Terrace restaurant can feel a little overpriced, the service is exceptionally cordial and efficient. Guests can sweat it out at the 24-hour gym overlooking the glowing square, or hit the dance floor at the subterranean Paradise Club. It is a classy, chic respite right on Broadway's doorstep.

Time Out tip: One of our favorite rooftop bars, Dear Irving, is just seven blocks away. Head here for a nightcap. 

Address: 20 Times Square, 701 7th Avenue New York, New York 10036
Price per night: Starting at $301 per night
Closest transport: 49th Street and 47-50 Rockefeller Center

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💎 Best for: excellent on-site date spots

Towering over the elevated park, The Standard, High Line is one hell of a building. Escaping the chaos of Midtown, this Meatpacking District icon pairs a prime neighborhood location with sweeping Manhattan vistas. Every single room features a full wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, looking out over the city or the Hudson River.

Inside, the rooms feel fresh, offering comfortable beds, cozy mood lighting, and warm wood paneling. The glass-enclosed showers are romantic for couples, though curtains are available for the modest. Downstairs, the property features a solid steakhouse and a lively German beer garden, while the rooftop discotheque, Le Bain, provides an unforgettable “see-and-be-seen” nightlife vibe.

Aside from peak-hour check-in lines, the service is seamless and incredibly accommodating. For out-of-towners or staycationers alike, the extraordinary views and vibey neighborhood make this hotel shine, particularly for a couples’ vacation.

Time Out tip: Make the most of the walk-in waterfall shower. 

Address: 848 Washington St, New York, NY 10014
Price per night: Starting at $390/night 
Closest transport link: Penn Station, Grand Central Station, and NYC’s major airports are all nearby. 

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💎 Best for: staying in

Bringing London’s decadent design to New York, The Ned NoMad, nestled in a prime Manhattan location near the Empire State Building and Madison Square Park, balances Midtown convenience with quick access to Downtown’s late-night bars.

The rooms range from compact pads for crashing out solo to  spacious, light-filled studios, featuring plush beds, freestanding baths, and rich Beaux-Arts historic details. Guests gain exclusive entry to members-only spaces, including the moody Ned’s Club Upstairs. Dining options are a major highlight: enjoy crowd-pleasing Italian at Cecconi’s or drinks at the buzzy, candlelit Little Ned bar.

While the property skips the pool and spa of its London sister, it excels in hospitality, live music, and seamless luxury service—it’s perfect for a sultry getaway. 

Time Out tip: There’s something pleasingly secluded about the members-only spaces—be sure to make the most of them

Address: 1170 Broadway, New York, NY 10001, USA
Price per night: starting from $497 per night
Closest transport: 28th Street (6 train) and 33rd Street-Broadway (N, R, W trains).

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After undergoing a series of turn-up-the-swank renovations over recent years, Gansevoort Meatpacking is now sexier than ever. This full-service luxury hideaway is centered in the energetic downtown Meatpacking District (if you hadn’t already guessed), offering a chic retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle. Tuck into one of the 186 lavish guestrooms fashioned with plush duvets,  designer bath amenities and pops of color to complete that retro-glam feel. Don’t turn in without taking a sunset dip in their 45-foot rooftop pool with underwater lights—the panoramic views are breathtaking.

Time Out tip: Bring your bathing suit. 

Address: 18 9th Ave, New York, 10014
Price: A room starts at $208 
Transport: 14th Street / 8th Avenue Station is a 3 to 5-minute walk 

Initially built in 1901 as a cooperage (where casks are made), this Williamsburg building has been preserved and transformed into the stylish 69-room Wythe Hotel situated on the waterfront. Its understated yet alluring charm emanates from the walls—the large rooms boast exposed brick, high pine ceilings, and beds custom-crafted from the building’s reclaimed wood. The feel is unique, candid and historic (yes, history can be sexy). Bar Blondeau, their bright and bustling rooftop bar, is known for its delectable (albeit pricy) cocktails, impressive views of the Manhattan skyline, and groups of hipsters waiting to be granted entry—the perfect place to enjoy a tipple in the knowledge that your comfy bed is just a short elevator ride away.

Time Out tip: Le Crocodile serves up some tasty French-accented dishes. With its mosaic floors and marble details, it’s an atmospheric place to spend an evening. 

Address: 80 Wythe Ave, (at North 11th St), 11249
Price: From $399 a night
Transport: It’s an eight-minute walk to Bedford Avenue. 

There are many good-looking NYC hotels to choose from, but not many of them come with sweeping river views from your bed—and a private balcony. The interiors are top-notch across the board, the restaurant serves up a range of cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the promenade bar on the fifth floor will have you feeling in the mood in no time. Not that you’ll notice any of this as you’ll undoubtedly be too invested in the oasis that is your Premier River View Suite. We couldn’t recommend it more. 

Time Out tip: The hotel has a whole floor dedicated to health and wellness—check out their treatment menu while you’re staying. 

Address: 10 South St, New York, NY 10004
Price: Rooms are around $1,049 a night
Transport: Whitehall St-South Ferry is a two-minute walk away

The Cloud One is a four-star hotel in New York City, only a mile away from Brooklyn Bridge. The dark interior oozes sex appeal and the dimly lit atmosphere just adds to the mysterious ambiance—the ideal place to meet someone for a date night before taking it up to the bedroom. If you’re lucky enough, you may nab a room with a view of the city with floor-to-ceiling windows, the best backdrop for a night full of fun. All rooms come with air conditioning and are equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay (private bathroom, TV, toiletries). 

Time Out tip: Order the Belgian waffles at breakfast; you won’t regret it.

Address: 133 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006
Price: Rooms start from $297 
Transport: Rector Street Station is a four-minute walk 

The Muse is a four-star boutique hotel located in Manhattan’s theater district. The chilled-out vibes of the New York hotel help to unwind its guests while the buzzing life of the city is only right outside. The rooms are contemporary with slight touches of glamour, the ultimate place to end the night after a date. There are various rooms available to book, from comfortable but modern guest rooms to speciality suites that offer apartment-style living and a king-sized bed you can stretch out on. There's a state-of-the-art fitness center and guests are able to arrange for in-room spa services. 

Time Out tip: The on-site restaurant, Little Opus, is not one to miss. 

Address: 130 West 46th Street, 10036
Price: Rooms start at $265 
Transport: 24th-50th Streets Rockefeller Center station is a short three-minute walk 

What could possibly make a romantic getaway all the more seductive? One word: fireplace. Book the chic, mid-mod Alcove Suite at Midtown’s sumptuous Royalton and you’ll get you own crackling fire in-room. Plus, for when you need to cool off, there’s a big ol’ circular bathtub surrounded by mirrored, disco ball–esque tiling. Ooh la la. If that’s already booked up then the other rooms aren’t half bad.

Time Out tip: Pets are more than welcome to come along to enjoy the romance at this hotel, too. 

Address: 44 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
Price: From $182 per night
Transport: 42 St - Bryant Park station and 5 Av station are both a 2 to 3-minute walk away

Stimulating the mind and senses is essential foreplay to an unforgettable evening. Hotel Indigo’s vibrant Lower East Side location is sure to rouse your inner creativity. The vibe is eclectic yet distilled—from the 14th-floor lobby’s bold graffiti mural by Lee Quiñones, to the light-drenched rooms with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows and a contemporary color palette—for that inviting, urban sanctuary feel. Keeping with the artist’s loft ambiance is the hotel’s rooftop, with its juxtaposing reclaimed wood and industrial fixtures, open-air heated pool, and Mr Purple restaurant and bar. 

Time Out tip: If you’re looking for a date spot, Mr Purple really is perfection. There’s low lighting and locally sourced foods all ready and waiting to impress.

Address: 171 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
Price: Starting from $208
Transport: It is three-minute walk from the F subway stop at the 2nd Avenue Station