New York
The best places to stay in New York
Location matters more than thread count, so make time to research the neighbourhood that best suits your NYC vibe.
- Kristie Kellahan
New York’s most fascinating neighbourhood is across a familiar bridge
It’s only 20 minutes from Manhattan but feels like a different city. And it’s home to the inspiration for Sydney Harbour Bridge.
- Barry Divola
I’ve lived in London and New York. Here’s my verdict on which is best
New York and London are arguably the two greatest cities in the world. After five years living in each, I’m ready to name which is the best.
- Libby Ryan
- Opinion
- USA
NYC myths that are totally false (plus some that are surprisingly true)
No, you don’t need to be rich to eat here, and locals are unfairly maligned as “rude”. After 15 years of living in New York City, here’s what I’ve learnt.
- Kristie Kellahan
Spectacular new openings make New York an even better place to visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art will reopen a wing while brand new museums will also open in the city this year.
- Julietta Jameson
- Opinion
- USA
I lived in America for 10 years. Now I don’t even want to visit
With the Aussie dollar down and big changes in the US, there are many more fascinating (and affordable) places where we can spend our money.
- Lee Tulloch
No bookings required: The coolest place to eat in New York
Unlike Australia’s most talked-about restaurants, you don’t book a table at Dimes Square’s establishments. It’s good, but it’s chaotic good.
- Melissa Mason
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
Not cheap, but this supremely modern stay puts you in the thick of NYC
In a city where rooms can resemble a glorified wardrobe, these lodgings offer a welcome sense of space – and a hard-to-beat location.
- Carolyn Beasley
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
If you want a good-value, perfect base for exploring Manhattan, this is it
“This is Where the Magic Happens” reads the pink neon sign near The Moxy Lower East Side Hotel reception desk. Ain’t that the truth.
- Barry Divola
One of New York’s best and grandest hotels gets a revamp
Trendiness may have been relegated, but some aspects have gained contemporary relevance.
- Julietta Jameson
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