In Williamsburg, Brooklyn, style and ingenuity converge in a collection of the borough’s coolest boutique hotels. From rooftop bars with breathtaking views to intentionally curated interiors that capture the essence of the neighborhood’s artistic spirit, these boutique hotels redefine the concept of a memorable New York City stay.
Arlo Williamsburg
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 147 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Outdoor swimming pool • Fitness center • Bar • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Arlo Hotels, the renowned independent lifestyle hotel brand, has officially unveiled its latest gem: Arlo Williamsburg. Originally opening its doors as The Williamsburg Hotel in 2017, the eight-story tower quickly became a must-visit locale for travelers and locals alike. The iconic and exclusive Water Tower continues to uphold its long-standing reputation.
Wythe Hotel
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 70 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Restaurant • Bar • Room service • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Paying homage to Brooklyn’s industrial roots, the Wythe Hotel is an elevated, industrial chic-styled stay housed in an original coopery (an old-school term for a barrel-making factory). Inside its 70 guest rooms and suites, rugged wood beam ceilings and exposed brick walls contrast soft Chateau Toile blue-and-white wallpapers. Head to its noteworthy Manhattan skyline-facing rooftop bar, Bar Blondeau, for creatively crafted cocktails before dining downstairs at its award-winning French brasserie, Le Crocodile.
Coda Williamsburg
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 64 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Room service • Fitness center • Bar • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
A hidden gem in the heart of North Williamsburg, no two of Coda Williamsburg’s 64 rooms are the same –– each uniquely designed to evoke the spirit of the beach clubs that dot the Mediterranean’s shores. Guests can kick up their feet and unwind at the property’s premier Beach Club, the adults-only heated pool deck open in the summer months. Book a table at Bohemia, the dining-slash-nightclub concept inspired by the intoxicating flavors of Southeast Asia, with top-tier DJs and live music going late into the night. Plus, the rooftop, Creatures of all Kind, is enclosed and open year round.
Penny Williamsburg
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 118 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Restaurant • Bar • Free WiFi • 1 Bar & Restaurant |
Penny Williamsburg is an art-centric, neighborhood boutique hotel epitomizing Brooklyn’s undeniably cool vibe. The newly debuted 118-key stay presents homey guest quarters clad in neutral concrete, punchy-colored rugs, and bespoke artworks that add a spunky feel to each space. At the 11th-floor rooftop bar and restaurant, elNico, guests can take in jaw-dropping views of NYC while sipping one of their dangerously delicious cocktails.
The Hoxton Williamsburg
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 175 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Free WiFi • Room service • Bar • 3 Bars & Restaurants |
This charming boutique hotel –– the first stateside Hoxton property –– is a vibrant and stylish fixture of Brooklyn’s hospitality scene. Offering a unique blend of contemporary design and bohemian charm, The Hoxton, Williamsburg, is a sought-after destination for New Yorkers and travelers. With its chic 175 guest rooms, collaborative spaces, lively atmosphere, and exemplary gastronomy concepts, Laser Wolf, K’Far, and Jaffa Cocktail & Raw Bar –– the latest addition –– The Hoxton, Williamsburg encapsulates the essence of Brooklyn’s creative spirit.
Moxy Williamsburg
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 216 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Fitness center • Outdoor terrace • Free WiFi • 4 Bars & Restaurants |
The Moxy Williamsburg is a design-savvy stay perched along the buzzy Bedford Avenue. Like its fellow Moxy Hotel counterparts in NYC, studio-style guest rooms feature minimalist interiors with sweeping cityscape views. Guests can work their way down through the hotel’s social hubs from the sleek rooftop bar, Lillistar, to the airy lobby space, Bar Bedford, to the modern Tel Aviv-inspired restaurant, Mesiba, to the retro nightclub, Jolene.
The William Vale
| Key Points: • Website • 5 Stars • Rooms: 183 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Outdoor swimming pool • Fitness center • Bar • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
With its dazzling rooftop swimming lido, the Vale Pool, and a social club-esque 22nd-floor terrace, Westlight, it’s no surprise that The William Vale attracts local NYC residents and tourists alike. An elevated ambiance permeates modern guest rooms: neutral-toned furnishings, vibrant-hued wall art, and private balconies give way to unparalleled skyline views.
NYC Glamping
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 8 • Airport: LaGuardia Airport | Amenities: • Free WiFi • Free parking • Air conditioning • 0 Bars & Restaurants |
Get cozy along the East River through this one-of-a-kind urban glamping experience. Boasting unparalleled city views, NYC Glamping offers travelers and locals a rustic escape in converted industrial shipping containers with air conditioning, heat, WiFi, and individual showers and bathrooms. Glamping tents and boats are also available, and free admission to the Skyline Drive-In movies is offered upon booking.
