The 64-room McCarren Hotel & Pool is located in Brooklyn's ever-hip Williamsburg. This stylish, four-pearl boutique property has a sceney vibe and packs in partygoers at its pool and rooftop bar. Attractive rooms have clean lines and midcentury decor, with flat-screen TVs, high-end bedding, minibars, and iPod docks. Suites have Nespresso machines, wet bars, and separate seating areas. Perks include an on-site restaurant and bar with a game room, an eye-catching lobby eatery, and a 24-hour fitness center. However, the hotel skimps on freebies, and some guests say there's too much late-night noise and room maintenance issues. Fees are attached to breakfast, on-site parking, and day passes for the pool's sunbeds as well. For a stay that's mellow and sophisticated but still hip, travelers might want to consider the nearby Wythe Hotel.
The 64-room McCarren Hotel & Pool is located in Brooklyn's ever-hip Williamsburg. This stylish, four-pearl boutique property has a sceney vibe and packs in partygoers at its pool and rooftop bar. Attractive rooms have clean lines and midcentury decor, with flat-screen TVs, high-end bedding, minibars, and iPod docks. Suites have Nespresso machines, wet bars, and separate seating areas. Perks include an on-site restaurant and bar with a game room, an eye-catching lobby eatery, and a 24-hour fitness center. However, the hotel skimps on freebies, and some guests say there's too much late-night noise and room maintenance issues. Fees are attached to breakfast, on-site parking, and day passes for the pool's sunbeds as well. For a stay that's mellow and sophisticated but still hip, travelers might want to consider the nearby Wythe Hotel.
This 48-room boutique hotel at the edge Brooklyn's Park Slope and Gowanus neighborhoods makes up for its slim offering of amenities with modern rooms, balconies, and free breakfast. All rooms are a relatively large 300 square feet and have contemporary decor in shades of white, blue, and brown; glass-walled bathrooms are sleek but small, and lack privacy (they're not separated from the rest of the room). The affordable rates may be the biggest draw -- rooms at this outer-borough gem are around half the price as similarly stylish options in Manhattan.
This 48-room boutique hotel at the edge Brooklyn's Park Slope and Gowanus neighborhoods makes up for its slim offering of amenities with modern rooms, balconies, and free breakfast. All rooms are a relatively large 300 square feet and have contemporary decor in shades of white, blue, and brown; glass-walled bathrooms are sleek but small, and lack privacy (they're not separated from the rest of the room). The affordable rates may be the biggest draw -- rooms at this outer-borough gem are around half the price as similarly stylish options in Manhattan.
Hotel Le Jolie in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is a simple, 52-room value hotel, just across the East River from Manhattan. Location and value are the biggest draws for this somewhat bland property. A free continental breakfast and rooms with city views are among its high points. The rooms are clean and comfortable with rainfall showers and DirecTV. On-site parking is free, however it's very limited. The hotel’s location yields plenty of trendy dining and nightlife, but it's right by the gritty Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and Manhattan's major tourist attractions are a drive or subway ride away. Travelers seeking more stylish decor, and features like bike and iPad rentals, may want to consider The New York Loft Hostel, four subway stops away in Bushwick.
Hotel Le Jolie in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is a simple, 52-room value hotel, just across the East River from Manhattan. Location and value are the biggest draws for this somewhat bland property. A free continental breakfast and rooms with city views are among its high points. The rooms are clean and comfortable with rainfall showers and DirecTV. On-site parking is free, however it's very limited. The hotel’s location yields plenty of trendy dining and nightlife, but it's right by the gritty Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and Manhattan's major tourist attractions are a drive or subway ride away. Travelers seeking more stylish decor, and features like bike and iPad rentals, may want to consider The New York Loft Hostel, four subway stops away in Bushwick.
For a real dose of Brooklyn, it doesn’t get more authentic than The Box House Hotel. This former door factory now houses 57 apartment-style rooms designed by local Brooklynite, Kip Jacobs, who happens to be friends with the owners. The spacious rooms/lofts (some sleep six) attract families, couples and those conducting business -- think film crews. Modern kitchens and free extras include bottled water and coffee, rides within a mile-and-a-half radius, and use of the cool fitness center. This is a hidden gem for those seeking breathing room and easy access to Manhattan.
For a real dose of Brooklyn, it doesn’t get more authentic than The Box House Hotel. This former door factory now houses 57 apartment-style rooms designed by local Brooklynite, Kip Jacobs, who happens to be friends with the owners. The spacious rooms/lofts (some sleep six) attract families, couples and those conducting business -- think film crews. Modern kitchens and free extras include bottled water and coffee, rides within a mile-and-a-half radius, and use of the cool fitness center. This is a hidden gem for those seeking breathing room and easy access to Manhattan.
This budget option with 72 comfortable, modern rooms has some amenities that other value hotels in Brooklyn may lack, such as a (small) fitness center and (limited) free parking. But it is a bit far from Manhattan in a less-desirable neighborhood that is characterized by warehouses and auto-body shops -- and not so much of that Brooklyn charm that some come to the borough for.
This budget option with 72 comfortable, modern rooms has some amenities that other value hotels in Brooklyn may lack, such as a (small) fitness center and (limited) free parking. But it is a bit far from Manhattan in a less-desirable neighborhood that is characterized by warehouses and auto-body shops -- and not so much of that Brooklyn charm that some come to the borough for.
Somewhere at the intersection of eco-chic resort and urban hangout social hub sits the always-buzzing 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. This style-savvy luxury property is right on the East River in Brooklyn's charming DUMBO neighborhood, with awesome views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan. The 194 rooms are spacious, with windowside seating plus Smart TVs, minibars stocked with local treats, yoga mats, and Nespresso machines. The rooftop bar and pool, with jaw-dropping city views, are both major draws, while free yoga classes are also a nice perk. Other numerous amenities include a great coffee shop, swanky new-American restaurant, co-working space, direct park access, and a tranquil spa. Travelers seeking the same urban cool in Midtown Manhattan can opt for sister hotel 1 Hotel Central Park instead
Somewhere at the intersection of eco-chic resort and urban hangout social hub sits the always-buzzing 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. This style-savvy luxury property is right on the East River in Brooklyn's charming DUMBO neighborhood, with awesome views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan. The 194 rooms are spacious, with windowside seating plus Smart TVs, minibars stocked with local treats, yoga mats, and Nespresso machines. The rooftop bar and pool, with jaw-dropping city views, are both major draws, while free yoga classes are also a nice perk. Other numerous amenities include a great coffee shop, swanky new-American restaurant, co-working space, direct park access, and a tranquil spa. Travelers seeking the same urban cool in Midtown Manhattan can opt for sister hotel 1 Hotel Central Park instead
This 321-room hotel downtown Brooklyn hotel offers all the creature comforts one would expect from a Sheraton: business and meeting facilities, a rooftop pool and hot tub, and a fitness center. Though the rooms are dull in appearance, they're spacious for New York standards and come with comfy beds, coffeemakers, and free Starbucks coffee packets. Speaking of Starbucks, there is one right off of the lobby, as well as an Italian restaurant and a rooftop lounge with incredible views. Its downtown Brooklyn location means easy access to 11 subway lines and major Brooklyn attractions (including Barclays Center), but also constant construction. For a hotel with a great deal more boutique style, consider NU Hotel Brooklyn, located between downtown and the quaint Boerum Hill neighborhood.
This 321-room hotel downtown Brooklyn hotel offers all the creature comforts one would expect from a Sheraton: business and meeting facilities, a rooftop pool and hot tub, and a fitness center. Though the rooms are dull in appearance, they're spacious for New York standards and come with comfy beds, coffeemakers, and free Starbucks coffee packets. Speaking of Starbucks, there is one right off of the lobby, as well as an Italian restaurant and a rooftop lounge with incredible views. Its downtown Brooklyn location means easy access to 11 subway lines and major Brooklyn attractions (including Barclays Center), but also constant construction. For a hotel with a great deal more boutique style, consider NU Hotel Brooklyn, located between downtown and the quaint Boerum Hill neighborhood.
Opened in 2016, the 183-room William Vale is a luxury property in Brooklyn's hip Williamsburg neighborhood. It has stunning views of Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn from numerous vantage points. The hotel embraces its setting, with rooms that are trendy, modern, and outfitted with eye-catching locally produced art. High-end amenities include flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, L'Occitane toiletries, and furnished balconies, but rooms notably lack desks. The Italian eatery Leuca receives excellent reviews, as does the rooftop bar with breathtaking cityscape views. An outdoor pool with food service is open during summer months plus there's a modern gym, but unfortunately, there's no spa. Rates are reasonable, though the 25-minute drive or subway ride to most Manhattan attractions may deter some travelers. For a similar stay in Manhattan, consider The James New York.
Opened in 2016, the 183-room William Vale is a luxury property in Brooklyn's hip Williamsburg neighborhood. It has stunning views of Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn from numerous vantage points. The hotel embraces its setting, with rooms that are trendy, modern, and outfitted with eye-catching locally produced art. High-end amenities include flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, L'Occitane toiletries, and furnished balconies, but rooms notably lack desks. The Italian eatery Leuca receives excellent reviews, as does the rooftop bar with breathtaking cityscape views. An outdoor pool with food service is open during summer months plus there's a modern gym, but unfortunately, there's no spa. Rates are reasonable, though the 25-minute drive or subway ride to most Manhattan attractions may deter some travelers. For a similar stay in Manhattan, consider The James New York.
Set in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bushwick, The New York Loft Hostel offers 21 large, spartan, high-ceilinged rooms with the option of a private or dorm-style set-up. The common areas are configured around hang-out spots, such as the outdoor patio with lounge chairs and a ping-pong table. The hostel plays host by throwing weekly barbecues in the summer and fondue-pot nights in the winter. The area is home to a plethora of bars and artisanal food offerings; the bustle of Union Square is a 15-minute ride from the Morgan Avenue L train stop, which is two blocks from the property. Beds are generally twins, some bunked; complaints have centered around noise, lack of hot water due to high traffic, heat that is often set too high in the winter (a common problem in New York), and that there are fees for towels, soap, locks for the in-room safes, and for the use of the common computers.
Set in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bushwick, The New York Loft Hostel offers 21 large, spartan, high-ceilinged rooms with the option of a private or dorm-style set-up. The common areas are configured around hang-out spots, such as the outdoor patio with lounge chairs and a ping-pong table. The hostel plays host by throwing weekly barbecues in the summer and fondue-pot nights in the winter. The area is home to a plethora of bars and artisanal food offerings; the bustle of Union Square is a 15-minute ride from the Morgan Avenue L train stop, which is two blocks from the property. Beds are generally twins, some bunked; complaints have centered around noise, lack of hot water due to high traffic, heat that is often set too high in the winter (a common problem in New York), and that there are fees for towels, soap, locks for the in-room safes, and for the use of the common computers.
The ultra-hip Aloft Brooklyn draws adventurous travelers to one of Brooklyn's latest emerging neighborhoods with hip, edgy decor, playful amenities like a billiard table and cocktail bar, and guest rooms filled with modern conveniences -- all at a rate usually well below the Manhattan standard. But there's no on-site restaurant, and none of New York's most popular tourist sites within walking distance.
The ultra-hip Aloft Brooklyn draws adventurous travelers to one of Brooklyn's latest emerging neighborhoods with hip, edgy decor, playful amenities like a billiard table and cocktail bar, and guest rooms filled with modern conveniences -- all at a rate usually well below the Manhattan standard. But there's no on-site restaurant, and none of New York's most popular tourist sites within walking distance.