The Best Pet Friendly Boutique Hotels in New York in 2026

There are few things more hip than a converted factory we sometimes think, and this Williamsburg, Brooklyn boutique hotel is more proof. Wythe is stylish, well situated and offers some incredible views. The unique interior gives a distinctly contemporary New York experience. From the glowing letters on the corner of the building to the East River just a few minutes away, we find The Wythe doesn’t shy away from its urbanity. One of NYC’s last few masonry-timber buildings, it is as architecturally fascinating as it is historically. Formerly used to… > Read Our Full Review

The Standard East Village is a modern high-rise hotel that stands out in a neighborhood dominated by lower-rise buildings. Some will love the fresh, youthful take on accommodation. Others might find the tall tower a bit too out of place in a typically few-story neighborhood. We ourselves are fans of the low-level, and while we appreciate a bit of quirk, their lip-shaped throw pillows on the beds are not it. Though it’s tempting, we’d be fools to disparage a great hotel just because we think the pillows look daft. If… > Read Our Full Review

Nine Orchard, a bank-turned boutique hotel in the SoHo side of the Lower East Side, is the result of an award-winning renovation. Following both the historical weight of the building and contemporary design trends, the space exude elegance. You can see the influence of contemporary design trends, sure, the full walls of patterned wallpapers being the most obvious. Yet, it’s all tempered by a deep respect 0f the original structure. Unsalvageable elements of the 1912 building have been painstakingly replicated, original blueprints used for work on the Swan Room, and… > Read Our Full Review

We’ll be honest, Times Square isn’t exactly where we expected to find one of our top Manhattan boutique hotels. And we doubt we’re alone in this. We invite you to join us for humble pie at the Public House bar. Goes down great with a pint of Guinness on draft. From the stone facade to the marble-topped bar and hardwood floors, everything feels more classic boutique hotel than Midtown tourist hub. Indeed, finding a boutique this intimate, with such classic charm, in Manhattan isn’t easy. This is no hyper-contemporary skyscraper;… > Read Our Full Review

We’re calling all design nerds to convene at this visual masterpiece of a Tribeca boutique hotel. Kit Kemp needs little introduction, with a delightful selection of hotels under her belt. This includes other NYC boutique hotels the Crosby and the Whitby, both known for top-notch design and a certain amount of whimsy. No surprises here, but Warren Street Hotel stands out for its more intense maximalism and more residential Tribeca setting. Patterns meets other patterns through perfectly complementary colors schemes, each room developing a visual language of its own that… > Read Our Full Review

The Manner is one of SoHo’s most well known boutique luxury hotels, with bold interiors, unusually private guest spaces, and exceptionally polished service. The spaces are filled with richness. We’re talking crystal chandeliers, garishly bright walls, giant mirrors, and a couple of murals worthy of a Tapia de Veer theme. It’s far from a luxury resort, but there are touches of White Lotus-level opulence in exclusive rooftop hours and cocktails in the guests-only spaces. Staff is solid but subtle; if you like being waited on hand and foot, they’ll work… > Read Our Full Review

Those of us outside of The City don’t really hear as much about NoMad as we do the Upper East Side, the Village, or even Williamsburg. Yet, this greenery-filled hotel in the neighborhood north of Madison Square is so charming, and popular with locals as well as guests, we couldn’t leave it off our list. It’s truly not a bad area for exploring Manhattan at all, but the location isn’t the sticking point here. MADE Hotel is a bright, contemporary design hotel, the likes of which are not as easy… > Read Our Full Review

It’s a lot bigger than we like and the Hoxton, Williamsburg might not be the most homey of NYC boutique hotels, but they seem to have cracked the code for cool. With a vibrant lobby café, rooftop restaurant and a natural vibe that belies the severe exterior, the Hoxton fits all the hippest parts of boutique hoteliery into one aggressively rectangular package. A bit space age in appearance externally, be ready for all the windows, plenty of stone, and that classic Brooklyn post-industrial vibe inside. and the UK chain aspect… > Read Our Full Review

Brought to us by our hip friends at Lark Hotels, the Bluebird hotel line comprises modern North Eastern properties nicely situated in many of the region’s most charming small towns. Frequently found within the top boutique offerings in Maine, Vermont, and Massachusetts, they offer modern luxury with a lot of style. This one, Bluebird Lake Placid, is on the newer side, and still finding its legs. Private-entrance rooms and suites stretch around a central parking area, with an angular, light wood lobby building on the far side. In this case,… > Read Our Full Review

Just blocks from Hudson’s main drag, the Wick is a contemporary boutique hotel and one more example of the Northeast’s unswerving devotion to converting old factories. You’ll likely do a double take, as the building doesn’t have the antique fixtures or lush reclaimed wood of many others. What it does have, however, is worth that second glance. The brick has been retained and whitewashed. Inside and out, you’ll find black window frames and shiny new wooden furniture. The exterior is a sleek set of wide windows that let sunlight pour… > Read Our Full Review

Yet another gem from California-born chain Pendry, this roomy Midtown boutique hotel bring something a little bit different. It’s a new build connected to a large development that’s mostly a mall but also a bit office building and, clearly, a tad hotel. Of course, this doesn’t scream boutique charm, and it certainly isn’t giving traditional cozy intimacy. Instead, it’s taken the natural minimalist parts of the West Coast attitude and opted for a zen-inspired feel. It’s quite chic, in reality, even if it does seem a bit at odds with… > Read Our Full Review

Well, its Montauk, it’s The Hamptons, so the super-indulgent experience isn’t exactly astounding, but we’d venture to say that the combination of extensive grounds, private beach and superb facilities makes this hotel a good time. The property is a collection of crisp wooden buildings on the edge of Lake Montauk. It nestles on Star Island surrounded by yacht dockings and charter companies. Just a touch of sweet to go with all the salt. If you want an old Montauk, chill family vibe and like to bemoan the ‘Hamptonization’ of the… > Read Our Full Review

A community like Lake Placid NY, with a small town and long history, remembers its own. The Grand Adirondack Hotel occupies a near century-old hotel building that has long been part of the community. The stately brick stands tall in the center of town, overlooking Mirror Lake, at the pulse of Lake Placid’s comings and goings for generations. Now part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, the current iteration of the hotel benefits greatly from the guaranteed luxuries the brand provides, though it has lost a bit of the local charm. Still,… > Read Our Full Review

The Mercer, one of the first boutique hotels to key in on the attraction of SoHo, is now a fixture in Lower Manhattan A hotel since 1997, this 1890 Romanesque revival building’s archways and red brick are the building blocks of an upscale NYC hotel. Elegance is the watchword here, with a seamless melding of traditional architecture and modern minimalism. It’s a quiet kind of luxury that will never really go out of style. It’s a chance to dip your toes into the charm of the New York loft, though… > Read Our Full Review

Forget what you know about brownstones, small boutique hotels and human-sized architecture. This eye-catcher of a high-rise will expand your notions of what modern Brooklyn’s all about. Normally, we’d find a building this big in a place like Williamsburg to be more than a little cringe. Even as a hotel, it’s a bit bigger than we’d like. We can’t promise the same level of intimate care that smaller hotel would provide. Yet, this star-destroyer of a hotel still has great appeal. It’s post-industrial from the outside, almost a Centre Pompidou… > Read Our Full Review

This slightly funky, mostly stylish boutique in the heart of Williamsburg is a don’t-miss, in our opinion. There are bright colors, some decent views, and a general vibe of pleasant intensity. There’s also very little grit which, while a quintessential part of Brooklyn charm, we usually prefer outside of our accommodation. The worst you’re going to get is a chance dog hair, courtesy of a very Balto-friendly pet policy. Rooms have a lot to offer, though the rest of the hotel amenities are pretty atypical. We’re talking art galleries and… > Read Our Full Review

The Lucerne is an old-school, classic boutique hotel on the Upper West Side which offers good value, simple luxury and a little bit of calm. We start with a 1904 red-brick building that just screams old New York formal. The decor respond in kind – sophisticated, though a bit too risk averse maybe. Amenities are what you’d expect from this level of hotel, with a solid attention to detail and nice service. Nothing feels exceptional at the Lucerne, but everything is well done. It makes for a very calming space… > Read Our Full Review

You won’t get any more central SoHo than the sleek, contemporary tower building of the ModernHaus hotel. Snuggled in a little triangular area by 6th Ave and Canal Street, the hotel rises above a lower wood-clad base, creating a unique profile in a neighborhood better known for historic cast-iron buildings The tower is a smidge disconnected from the lateral panels of the all-wood facade. Yet, the resulting views more than make up for a momentary ‘huh.’ Snag a top-floor room, and you’re doing great, looking out over Manhattan from an… > Read Our Full Review

This Midtown boutique hotel meets crystal-palace is one for all of your New York glitterati fantasies. We’ll admit, we’ve got some skepticism about the brand-name designer hotel. The powers-that-be here are not your typical hoteliers, and this has both upsides and downsides. In terms of facilities, design, and luxury branding, everything is as top-notch as you’d imagine. Everything in the hotel sparkles. They know what screams ‘luxury’ and where to put it. The marble gleams and you’ll find more chandeliers than a Beverly Hills Home Depot. It’s also got some… > Read Our Full Review

With over one hundred acres of land and sweeping Hudson Valley views, Wildflower Farms is a boutique retreat with a tremendous location. Accommodation is modern and down-to-earth, and with many natural touches that make it feel warm and inviting. Beautiful wood beams, one-of-a-kind textiles and handmade soaps make everything feel like your well-traveled aunt’s drawing room, if your well-traveled aunt employed a full staff of servers and concierge services. It’s designed as an immersive experience with nature, where you bask in the beauty around you and then return to your… > Read Our Full Review

No, not that Greenwich; this gorgeous boutique hotel is named after the street, not the neighborhood, and is firmly in quieter, more residential, Tribeca. You’re not going to have a crazy New York City adventure on your doorstep here, but it is a refreshingly calm quarter of Manhattan, and the type of neighborhood you can quickly feel at home in. If you want to stumble directly home from a night out without a cab ride, it’s worth booking closer to nightlife. But, in our opinion, a 4 am cab ride… > Read Our Full Review

If you ever wanted to go to New York to experience Paris, get to this boutique hotel in Tribeca. We won’t pretend not to roll our eyes at a hotel designed to look like it belongs somewhere else. But, when all is said and done, the design here is gorgeous, whatever they want to call it. The overseers, a worldwide hospitality group dedicated to selling Parisian fantasies, have done quite a nice job of it. This version of France is pastels and Petit fours, plush luxury done up like confectionery…. > Read Our Full Review

The Maritime Hotel, Chelsea, is a 1960s build, retro charmer, covered in porthole-esque windows that look like something out of a Soviet propaganda video for kids. The interiors, however, really draw you in. We’re talking lush balconies, wood paneling, all of the books, and some stunning mural work in the lobby. It does have a ship-like quality to it. The views aren’t limited to round windows; additional floor-to-ceiling glass provides plenty of natural light. Yet, there’s something special about seeing the NYC skyline through (extra large) peepholes that we love…. > Read Our Full Review

This famed Upper East Side, NYC boutique hotel is a shoo-in for any New York hotel list, a real celebrity in hospitality circles. It sometimes gets criticized as overrated, but how could it not be? There’s hype around The Carlyle. We’re talking A-list guests, particularly in the field of music, Met Gala fashion, etc.; it’s a scene all unto itself. We can see how this might not appeal to all boutique hotel enjoyers, though. With just shy of 200 rooms, it’s much larger than we usually like, and has a… > Read Our Full Review

The Bowery’s 17 floor tower over New York’s buzzy East Village allowing its rooms some of the very best views around. This boutique hotel has a buzz all of its own too and is something of an A-list hangout. Photos are strictly prohibited in the lobby bar for example and its upper level suites are not available to be booked online, just to give you an idea. We’ll admit it’s not cheap by any means, and some guests do complain about the size of the rooms, but The Bowery has… > Read Our Full Review

In our opinion, Manhattan’s Upper West Side doesn’t get the attention it deserves. If you’re not sure what we mean, The Wallace can help you with that. If you are sure, then you’ll know this hotel is worth a look. It’s nothing mind-blowing in terms of ambiance. We’ve got a lot of dark wood in the common areas, and a lot of white with bold accents in the rooms. But who wants a reinvented wheel, anyway? The Wallace has all the hallmarks of classic luxury, beautifully executed. The exterior oozes… > Read Our Full Review

This one-of-a-kind Greenwich Village boutique hotel has some stories to tell. Once a haunt of such degenerates as Jack Kerouac, Valerie Solanas and Lenny Bruce, it could be an easy chance for you to raise some standards. Putting aside substance abuse, assassination attempts, and other vintage frolics, we now see a space deeply influenced by an on-the-edge kind of creativity. In our opinion, this is the perfect starting place for a hotel. Swank New York hotel master Sean MacPherson apparently agreed. Under his expert eye, the 1900 building has grown… > Read Our Full Review

This Brooklyn Heights boutique hotel is a large-scale eco-designed building integrated into Brooklyn Bridge Park. We’re talking green roofs, of course, repurposed Coney Island boardwalk, extensive sunshades, and more. The building is designed to meld with the location, with a publicly accessible walkthrough that lets you out onto the park. Nobody’s ever said Brooklyn had bad views, but your average hotel rooftop will feel a bit bland after a stay here. The park allows for some green space, while the Manhattan skyline stretches out in the distance. The hotel is… > Read Our Full Review

This central Montauk motel is – there’s no other word for it – cool. It’s like a friend invites you to stay the weekend in their family’s Hamptons’ summer home – if that home was originally a motel and somebody in the family is a designer for Home Studios in Manhattan. Reality isn’t too far off. Sure, they just hired Home Studios, but Daunt’s Albatross is a family-owned establishment that’s been part of the Daunt line since the ’70s. A 2020 glow-up brought the motel decisively into the boutique scene,… > Read Our Full Review

This multi-century boutique guesthouse in Athens, NY is the perfect spot for anyone with an appreciation of the area’s history and nature. Athens, Hudson’s across-the-river sister, isn’t nearly as developed, and as such offers a calm alternative for those exploring the Hudson Valley. The centuries-old tavern is a must-see even for those Hudson-based visitors, a piece of history that undermines that new-ness of the town across the river, which really took off as an NYC escape during and post-pandemic. Stewart House Hotel has the space for a party or two,… > Read Our Full Review

  The highly respected Firmdale boutique hotel company’s first non-U.K. venture was the 11-floor, 86-room Crosby Street Hotel. Smack bang in the middle of SoHo, Manhattan but on a surprisingly quiet street, we find the location very hard to beat. It has a cozy, homely feel throughout, though artistic flair also abounds – most of the common areas and their individually designed rooms display a dazzling array of bold colors, quirky patterns, and interesting art. The industrial-style floor-to-ceiling windows allow for impressive views, particularly from the upper floors (they cost… > Read Our Full Review

Though Amenia, Upstate NY, sits on the outskirts of the Hudson River Valley, this comfort-driven boutique hotel is a defining addition to the area’s accommodation offerings. Amenia the town has a long history of literary excellence. The Troutbeck property in particular has been active since the 18th century, hosting esteemed authors, nature-lovers and philosophers like Thoreau, Teddy Roosevelt, and Mark Twain (to name a few). Today’s stone Manor House is the 1919 rebuild after the original burnt down. The current owners opened to guests in 2017 after extensive renovations that… > Read Our Full Review

Luxury is easy to find on the Upper East Side, personality a lot harder but this hotel has both. One of NYC’s most well known, it’s also the choice of celebrities thanks to its enormous penthouse, discreet service, and prime location a block from Central Park This is your chance for a luxurious stay, some celeb shoulder rubbing, and the ultimate in a swanky, but without the bland, Upper East Side experience.   What are the rooms like? Number of rooms: 152 Spacious layouts: starting at 400 sq ft, suites up… > Read Our Full Review

Tucked off of Route 9 next to the gorgeous Schroon Lake, this boutique hotel and lodge is the perfect place for some serious nature time. A small collection of buildings, headed by a Main Lodge, welcome you to a large property with a long history of hospitality. The original property, the Brown Swan Lodge, has undergone a series of additions, renovations and reinventions over the years. One small, sweet 1919 clapboard building has grown tremendously into the welcoming encampment you find today. The original focus of the resort has also… > Read Our Full Review

There’s a huge amount of historical weight at the Hotel Chelsea aka The Chelsea Hotel, being as it was the center of many an artistic community through the rise of Pop Art, Folk and New York rock and roll. After that kind of traffic, as a hotel, it probably needed a bit of breathing room and a new look. Fast forward to 2022 and, after years of legal wrangling, and various renovations, it entered its new life as a luxury boutique. We certainly do mourn the old grunge of it… > Read Our Full Review

This Lake Placid property is an excellent new addition to the Adirondacks’, and Upstate NY’s, boutique hotel collection. It’s a chic, nature-forward accommodation from a trio of visionary friends that formed Eastwind Hotels. The owners are frequently there to greet guests on arrival, either in Lake Placid or at one of their gorgeous Catskills hotels. All locations share the same dark blue clapboard siding and simple roadside signage. It’s a cute touch that solidifies the branding while making the group feel like a collection of homes rather than a hotel… > Read Our Full Review

This stunner of a building in the center of Greenwich Village houses a charming boutique hotel. It’s a historic property that seems to have paid a bit less attention to renovations than some of its counterparts. Be prepared for it to feel a bit older than most. Of course, many (often us) love the magic of a place with some history, and this will more than make up for small rooms and dark hallways. A bit less forgivable are reported reoccurring issues with climate control. In winter and summer, we… > Read Our Full Review

Anyone with a penchant for medieval fantasy will understand the allure of a cozy boutique hotel and tavern, but will be rightfully wary at the thought of medieval facilities. Luckily, this Hudson, NY inn has nailed the updated version. Equal parts Prancing Pony and ROOST apart hotel, Wm. Farmer and Sons comprises three sweet side-by-side residences. Guest rooms and suites are available for long and short-term rental. The main building is connected to the Tavern, a lovely spot for locals and guests alike to congregate. In a situation like this… > Read Our Full Review

This Midtown Manhattan boutique hotel gives moody, contemporary in the heart of NYC. The exterior, a tower of metal and glass, is sleek and shiny. The interior maintains the same, glowing with light through pane upon pane of glass dividers. The prominent clock walks the line between train station and steampunk, and part of us wishes they had explored further the dystopian Victorian vibe. Yet, they chose a more standard, sophisticated path, and in fairness, many guests might appreciate that more. So it’s all pretty carefully put-together, but with hints… > Read Our Full Review

While we’d never miss out on a good stroll around NYC, it’s hard to leave this Midtown Manhattan boutique hotel. It’s the kind of place you’ll never stop looking at, and its upscale facilities and gorgeous views fit perfectly into a neighborhood studded with luxury hotels and high-end retail. The aesthetic is fabulous, balancing the threat of a clash with all the satisfaction of visual harmony. You’ll walk through a metal-and-glass exterior into a sea of colorful patterns and one-of-a-kind artworks. The Whitby is another of interior designer Kit Kemp’s… > Read Our Full Review

It is universally acknowledged that a North Eastern hotelier in possession of investment capital must be in want of an 18th-19th century building requiring extensive renovation. This 4-building Kingston NY boutique hotel is further proof. The factory-lined Hudson River is, of course, an absolute playground for renovation-happy hospitality experts, but Hotel Kinsley is special in that its buildings are not exclusively red-brick factory types. The residence comprises four different buildings offering a lively collection of comfortable and charming spaces. The main house was originally a bank, now a stately tan… > Read Our Full Review

New York has as many faces as it does boroughs, and The Lowell Hotel is as good a face as any for the Upper East Side and its heritage of grandeur. Built in 1927, much of the old school elegance has been kept around, with sumptuous woodwork, original art pieces and plush furniture at every turn. The Lowell regularly appears on lists of NYC’s best hotels. Here it is taking the number one spot on Travel & Leisure’s list back in 2021, for example.   What are the rooms like?… > Read Our Full Review