The Best Chelsea, NYC Hotels
Our favorite hotels in Chelsea
1. The Standard
One of New York City’s buzziest hotels, The Standard is situated just above the iconic High Line. The ultra-stylish rooms, which are all fitted with floor to ceiling windows, offer stellar views to take in with your room service.
The location in the heart of the Meatpacking District of Chelsea means you’ll be just steps from some of the best shopping and dining in the neighborhood. But, with the hotel housing some of the most iconic restaurants and bars in the area (like Le Bain, The Standard Grill, and The Standard Biergarten), you can also get away with staying close to home.
2. The High Line Hotel
Just a short stroll down the High Line you’ll find a boutique hotel situated in a converted red-brick dormitory. The hotel’s 60 elegant rooms are modern and incorporate a touch of New York City history. Built in 1865, the building caters to those looking for a bit of nostalgia without sacrificing the comfort of crisp white sheets and top notch service.
Grab a complimentary Shinola bicycle to explore the nearby neighborhood, enjoy a coffee at Intelligentsia in the lobby, or escape the hustle and bustle in the hotel’s private garden for a glass of wine. We recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a truly unique stay in Chelsea.
3. The Maritime Hotel
The Maritime Hotel finds a way to do it all—and does it in style. The 125 room hotel is warm, inviting, and decorated to feel like a luxury cruise (in the best possible way). The Maritime manages to mix-in top-notch amenities (like rainfall showers in every room), a tapas bar, a nightclub, plus 24/7 access to room service and the gym.
Once you step out of your nautical digs, you’ll just be a 3-minute walk to Chelsea Market, a few blocks from the West Village, and surrounded by some of New York’s best bakeries and restaurants. It might also be worth mentioning that Catch, one of NYCs most famed restaurants, is located downstairs.
4. Selina Chelsea
The Selina is a more affordable option for those looking for a stylish, funky vibe and an unbeatable location for exploring New York City. The rooms have a more modern, minimalist vibe suited for someone who will spend most of their time out and about. On the premises you’ll find a roof bar (with stellar views of the Manhattan skyline), plus a spa, garden, and restaurant serving Ecuadorian-inspired bites.
Located on the upper end of Chelsea, you’ll be steps away from Hudson Yards, a short walk to the Empire State Building, and an easy-commute to just about any neighborhood of Manhattan that piques your interest.
5. Ace Hotel
The Ace Hotel is situated on the eastern border of Chelsea, and makes for a wonderful jumping off point to explore lower Manhattan, Midtown and North Brooklyn. The boutique hotel is housed in a gorgeous turn-of-the-century building and will tickle the fancy of any traveler that enjoys a bit of light Americana (or just a gorgeous wooden interior).
The rooms feature stunning, eclectic decoration with SMEG fridges, turntables, and even guitars in some rooms. They offer 24/7 room service, plus a stunning line-up of bars that locals actually visit. You can bookend your day in the lobby, starting with a Stumptown Coffee and ending with a DJ-set. The price point, considering everything on offer, is very reasonable, too.
6. A Garden in Chelsea
A true bed & breakfast in Manhattan is a rarity, which makes A Garden in Chelsea one of the most tranquil and distinctive places to stay in New York City. You’ll find the B&B on a quiet tree-lined street steps away from Chelsea Market, Hudson River Park, Little Island, and more. The room is equipped with a kitchen, for those looking to have a meal or two in. For those who want to experience having your very own brownstone in New York City, this is the hotel for you.
7. Moxy
The Moxy caters to the traveler with a more modern-taste, offering a blend of Italy and a botanical garden. Outside, the industrial building may look like any other high-rise, but inside you’ll find architectural interiors, a greenhouse-style antrium, and a variety of eclectic NYC-themed artwork. The rooms are on the smaller side, but they make up for it with the extras.
The 350-room hotel houses five restaurants, a stunning fitness center, co-working space, a barbershop, plus a rooftop bar with a 360 degree view. On top of all these amenities, you’re located just steps from the Empire State Building, Madison Square Park, and some of the city's best cocktail bars and fine dining restaurants.
8. The Chelsea Inn Hotel
For fans of a more homey stay, the Chelsea Inn offers a quaint alternative to a large hotel and encourages guests to get out into the city. In true Chelsea style, the hotel is housed in a renovated townhouse from the 1800s, and has just 37 rooms.
The amenities are minimal here—no elevator or restaurant, but the location is absolutely unbeatable and you’ll have no struggle to find things to do, eat, and see nearby. If you want a long list of luxuries, this may not be the hotel for you. But, if you’re the type to be out from dawn until dusk, this hotel is a wonderful home base for exploring.
8. Innside New York
Whether Innside is truly in Chelsea or NoMad seems to be up for debate, but the location is perfect for a first (or tenth) visit to New York City. The rooms are large, and the commute to a variety of New York City’s attractions couldn’t be shorter. The rooms are spacious, there’s a great gym, plus meeting rooms and workspace. Innside is perfect for work travel, a traveler who wants to check out as many NYC neighborhoods as possible, or for a big group trip.
9. The Moore
Before we say anything, you might want to have a look at some photos of The Moore. This Chelsea hotel may easily be one of the most stylish, gorgeous, and downright cool places to stay in the entire city. Just off a quaint tree-lined street, you’ll find this stunning 81-room hotel housing a seasonal rooftop bar, artist residencies, and an extremely high level of service that even the most discerning traveler will appreciate.
Between the interior and the amenities, you may never want to leave, but we recommend grabbing a complimentary bike rental and exploring, as you’ll be nestled between hundreds of restaurants and bars in the heart of Chelsea.
10. The Paul
For someone looking for a more budget friendly option (without sacrificing too much), we love The Paul. It’s situated on the eastern edge of Chelsea and packs a punch for the price. The rooms are a bit small (but hey, you’ll be out and about), but they offer plenty of amenities: free breakfast, a roof terrace, rainfall showers, and free passes to a nearby gym. This compact stay offers a generous amount of style and comfort for the price tag, and is perfect for a group trip to New York City.
11. The Hotel Chelsea
The name says it all—this hotel is the it-girl of the neighborhood. It even has its own Wikipedia page, rife with details of the celebrities (like Bob Dylan) who once lived there before they ended long-term residencies. The hotel is on 23rd Street, the true heart of Chelsea, and calls itself the best hotel in New York City. And we see why: Stylish rooms, a top-notch restaurant, and it’s surrounded by art galleries and places to eat.
To get pumped for your trip, read “The Chelsea Affect” by Arthur Miller, which is inspired by the author’s time at The Chelsea Hotel. Another perfect place to stay for those who want to experience a piece of New York City history.
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