Best Hotels in New York: 4-Star Stays Worth the Price

There are so many hotels in New York that picking one can feel overwhelming. If you want comfort without blowing the budget, 4-star hotels give you almost everything a 5-star does for a lot less.

To help you plan your trip, this article rounds up our pick of 4-star hotels in New York, based on traveler recommendations and strong reviews.

5 four-star hotels in New York City

1. Moxy NYC Downtown (Our pick)

The Moxy NYC Downtown tops this list of 4-star hotels in New York because it's surrounded by sights and attractions.

It also has a fun, original design, first-rate facilities and friendly staff who genuinely want to help.

Why we like the Moxy NYC Downtown

1. It sits in the heart of the Financial District, about 550 meters from the World Trade Center and less than a 5-minute walk from the Oculus New York, the striking transit hub designed by Calatrava.
2. It offers all kinds of perks, including its own bar, a 24-hour gym, a restaurant, a game room and an impressive NBA-style basketball court.
3. Great value for the money.

2. Hotel 50 Bowery, part of JdV by Hyatt 

The Hotel 50 Bowery, part of JdV by Hyatt, is one of the best-located four-star hotels in New York. It sits right where Chinatown meets the Lower East Side, ideal if you want to explore Manhattan's most classic neighborhoods.

The rooms are modern and elegant, with everything you need for a comfortable stay and a very original design touch. Those are traits it shares with other boutique hotels in New York.

Every room comes with a desk, a Lefroy Brooks rain shower and Jonathan Adler toiletries, plus a safe and original artwork. There's also a 24-hour fitness center and a restaurant.

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3. Pestana Park Avenue

The Pestana Park Avenue stands out for its location in Murray Hill, one of the neighborhoods on Manhattan's East Side, also known as Curry Hill for its many Indian restaurants.

It's a short walk from the Empire State Building and, thanks to the nearby subway, close to pretty much every attraction in the city. As you can see in the photo, it's seriously comfortable.

The rooms include everything a four-star hotel in New York should offer: flat-screen TV, air conditioning, safe and private bathroom with toiletries. You also get a shared lounge and a terrace looking out over the streets of Manhattan.

Some staff members speak Spanish, a nice touch if you're looking for Spanish-speaking hotels in New York so language isn't a barrier.

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4. The Gotham Hotel

The Gotham Hotel sits between Madison Avenue and the famous Fifth Avenue.

It's well known among hotels in Midtown Manhattan for unique touches like Italian glass mosaics in the bathrooms and loft-style floor-to-ceiling windows. Some rooms even have private balconies.

Guests at the Gotham get free access to the NYSC gym less than 500 meters away. You can also unwind on any of the hotel's five terraces. Rockefeller Center and Times Square are just steps away.

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5. Roxy Hotel New York

We close this list of recommended New York hotels with the Roxy Hotel New York, in Tribeca, the neighborhood behind the well-known film festival. It's a great spot: arrive on a weekend and they welcome you with a glass of champagne.

Facilities are top-notch, including The Roxy Bar & Lounge, which specializes in American food and often hosts jazz concerts on weekends before the DJs close out the night.

On top of that, the hotel has its own private 118-seat movie theater. Bikes are free for all guests, the gym is open 24 hours, and the entire property is accessible for guests with reduced mobility.

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Best four-star hotels in New York

• Moxy NYC Downtown. From €213
• Hotel 50 Bowery, part of JdV by Hyatt. From €199
• Pestana Park Avenue. From €184
• The Gotham Hotel. From €216
• Roxy Hotel New York. From €264