| set in a redbrick building, this trendy boutique hotel is a 4-minute walk from nostrand avenue subway station, a mile from the brooklyn museum and 4 miles from the iconic brooklyn bridge. the hip rooms feature exposed-brick walls, reclaimed-wood details and black-and-white wall art. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. all come with free wi-fi, smart tvs and laptop safes, as well as microwaves, minifridges and nespresso machines. there's also an exercise room and a convenience store. freebies include coffee in the lobby, and continental breakfast served in an airy, industrial-chic dining room. suites add separate sitting areas with pull-out sofas
John F Kennedy International Airport 31 min
The Battery (21 min)
Historic park with Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty views & ferry service to both islands. The High Line (30 min)
Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (38 min)
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary. Grand Central Terminal (26 min)
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining. Times Square (30 min)
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows. The Museum of Modern Art (30 min)
Works from van Gogh to Warhol & beyond plus a sculpture garden, 2 cafes & The Modern restaurant. One World Trade Center (24 min)
A casual cafe, a bar with small plates & American fine dining with views from the 101st floor. 9/11 Memorial & Museum (23 min)
Plaza, pools & exhibits honoring victims of 1993 & 2001 WTC terrorist attacks. Free timed admission. Central Park (38 min)
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir. Brooklyn Bridge (16 min)
Beloved, circa-1883 landmark connecting Manhattan & Brooklyn via a unique stone-&-steel design. Statue of Liberty National Monument (23 min)
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours, a museum & city views. Empire State Building (27 min)
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors. Brooklyn Botanic Garden (9 min)
A kid-friendly annual Cherry Blossom Festival, a Japanese garden & more, spread across 52 acres. Prospect Park (11 min)
Sprawling city park featuring basketball & handball courts, a playground & a historic home. Rockefeller Center (29 min)
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & giant Christmas tree. | 
