When it comes to planning a bachelorette party, the first question likely to be asked is “Where?” While New York City has a reputation for being overly-expensive, if your bachelorette party winds up New York-bound, fear not as there are plenty of ideal lodging situations for your group. Below are 5 recommendations for ideal bachelorette party-friendly hotels in Manhattan, courtesy of your friends at A Global Lifestyle.
#1) Hotel Indigo Lower East Side New York
Immersed in a culture of creativity and surrounded by vibrant street art, the Hotel Indigo Lower East Side New York aims to let you experience life like a local. A custom mural by graffiti legend Lee Quiñones greets you as you enter the hotel’s 14th-floor lobby; have your camera ready for spectacular 360-degree views of Manhattan too. On its rooftop, you can enjoy sweeping vistas while you sip a cocktail outside, dine at Mr. Purple or take a dip in the open-air heated pool. Its 294 rooms — including 4 luxury suites and 1 penthouse suite — are urban oasis’ with hardwood floors, spa-inspired showers, C.O. Bigelow bath amenities, Frette linens and locally-sourced minibars.
The Redbury New York originally opened as the Women’s Hotel in 1903. Designed by renowned architect Robert W. Gibson, it was the first New York City hotel made exclusively for women. These days, it is not only a cool boutique hotel for all genders, but also a spot which legendary restaurateur Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group has made The Redbury Hotel one of the city’s top culinary destinations. Culinary parks aside, the Redbury also offers one-of-a-kind New York City experiences, from holistic spa treatments to exhilarating workout classes.
The Knickerbocker is regarded as the first luxury hotel in Times Square. Edging the bright lights of Broadway and the calm of Bryant Park, it is a legendary New York landmark reborn. If your bachelorette party coincides with the end of the year, you can enjoy the ultimate New Year’s Eve experience atop Times Square at the St. Cloud Rooftop, where you are just 150 feet below the Times Square Ball; that appears to be the world’s closest live view of the event. The Knickerbocker is also home to Charlie Palmer At The Knick, Jake’s Coffee Roasters, and the Club Macanudo Cigar Lounge.
Since its inception in 1996, the Soho Grand has epitomized the industrial elegance that defines SoHo. From its bottle-glass staircase to its majestic masonry columns, it is the grand design that intertwines the factories and lofts that flourished in SoHo in the 1970s with the 1870s Gilded Age. The Soho Grand is a collection of love notes to one of New York’s greatest neighborhoods, and a living museum filled with art and artifacts that showcase SoHo’s rich architectural history. As Manhattan’s first luxury downtown boutique hotel, it is often said that Soho Grand brought the neighborhood inside. In addition, the Grand Bar & Lounge and the Club Room are both on-site and fun.
Originally founded more than 85 years ago, The Pierre, A Taj Hotel — yes, that is the hotel’s full name — is the only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star rated property on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Situated beside Central Park and steps from the luxury boutiques of Fifth and Madison Avenues, this landmark hotel is a white-gloved oasis for the discerning traveler. Known for sophisticated decor, celebrated cuisine and unforgettable events, The Pierre continues to set the standard for timeless elegance and unrivaled hospitality in New York City. Perrine offers excellent dining while its Two E Bar & Lounge will provide an unforgettable afternoon (or evening) tea experience.
