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Great NYC Hotels For All Budgets: Your Options are Endless!
When looking for great NYC hotels, the choices and possibilities are endless. There is no reason to max-out your credit card in order to get great accommodations! Today, property owners are clamoring for YOUR business, you are in the driver's seat! It's a buyer's market!
No need to do extensive research, I've done it for you. You can choose from NYC hotels, hostels with/without private rooms, suite hotels, time share rentals, vacation apartments, and bed and breakfasts, to name a few.
Where should you stay? Click and review all the options below before deciding. I encourage you to be open-minded, acknowledging that there may be some alternative properties and options that might be perfect for you and that you never considered.
I have listed all my recommendations along with available discounts, package deals, and freebies. This is an ideal time to search for value-added deals such as free breakfast, free newspapers, a spa credit, etc. Discounts and freebies can really add up to big savings to be pocketed or used for your vacation.
A NEW YORK CITY STREET MAP: VITAL FOR MAKING A SENSIBLE SELECTION!
Firstly, if you don't have a good New York City street map, buy one or borrow one! It is absolutely crucial for planning successful days and
nights, and ensuring a relaxed, stress-free vacation. Use the information below to select the most suitable NYC hotels or alternative accommodations for you. Then, use your newly-acquired street map to select the best location for your accommodations.
When choosing NYC hotels or accommodations, select a location that is convenient to the majority of attractions you will visit, as well as a subway station or bus stop. If, for example, you are planning to visit the Statue of Liberty, the Intrepid, the Empire State Building, and lots of shows and plays, consider sleeping on Manhattan's west side, this refers to west of Fifth Avenue. If you are avid museum goer, consider the upper East Side, where you'll find Museum Mile. You'll cut down on travel time, exhaustion, and have more energy with which to enjoy the big apple. Remember, you don't have to sacrifice the quality of your room. Simply review all the options that I've provided for you, and choose what works best for YOU. Saving money on your accommodations translates to more money for fun in the big apple!
MY HIGH-QUALITY, WALLET FRIENDLY CHOICES:
~ Parents understand the challenges of traveling with children. Here is one solution! When vacationing in NYC, suite hotels are a great choice for families. Check out my detailed list of super suite hotels complete with great tips for traveling with kids. You'll be amazed at the low prices and awesome amenities.
~In today's economy, New York City hotel deals abound. Almost all properties and chains,
from budget to luxury, are offering lots of free things such as free breakfast, free nights, free upgrades, coupons, money-back credit cards, and more. Check out my hotel picks for all budgets, complete with lists of discounts, freebies, website links, and important information. Be sure to check our most popular listing of Cheap, very affordable (but very nice!) hotels in NYC!
~If you are an avid traveler, a student or backpacker, or just on a tight budget, consider staying at the ultimate cheap NYC hotel, New York City hostels. NYC Hostels are clean, safe, friendly and have kitchens in which to make one or more meals. Families can be accommodated in private rooms or take over a small, private dormitory room. You'll find dormitory-style rooms beginning at $14 per person, and private single rooms starting at $24. You just can't beat the price.
~If you are traveling with a group or family, think about New York City vacation apartment rentals. They offer an enjoyable and budget-friendly alternative to staying in a hotel. You’ll find well-equipped, beautifully-furnished apartments in great areas. You can't put a price on an available kitchen--it will save you lots of money and you'll appreciate the convenience. The reasonable prices will truly surprise you. Check out my list of vacation rental apartments here.
~Think about renting a NYC time share, another great NYC hotels option. No, now hang on--I'm not suggesting that you sit and listen to a sales pitch--I'm talking about just renting one from an owner (the guy who DID listen to the pitch.) NYC time shares are usually quite luxurious, offer super amenities, and are priced more competitively than hotels--especially if you rent by the week. Check out my thoughts and recommendations here.
~For the ultimate in free NYC hotels and sleeping accommodations, you can sleep at a New York City resident's home for free! No funny stuff here! I'll introduce you to two legitimate organizations that require registration and verification before you can participate. You'll befriend locals and experience New York City in a way that no one else will.
TRIPALERTZ is the new way to get a super hotel deal. All you have to do is register your e-mail with Tripalertz (it's FREE and takes 15 seconds--no kidding!) and you'll receive a daily SUPER DUPER deal for hotels! It couldn't be easier. Get a dream rate for your New York City vacation! Most of the deals are at about a 50% discount! Click here to register.
HOW TO GET A SUPER HOTEL RATE
This convenient resource from HotelsCombined lets you search hotel rates from multiple online booking sites at the same time. Just enter in your check-in and check-out dates and include New York, New York as the name of the city in which you'd like to stay. You'll receive a list of New York City hotels with room prices, hotel ratings, and --best of all-- reviews from people who've stayed there. Sort them by price, reviews, location and more.
Preparing a vacation packing list will help to ensure the most enjoyable and stress-free vacation possible. Forget to bring something as simple as an umbrella, and you can be sure that there will be a 5-hour downpour. Be prepared by checking out my packing list. You'll be glad that you did.
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AWESOME TIPS FOR TRAVELING WITH KIDS
If you are traveling with children, check out my best tips for keeping crankiness to a minimum! I guarantee that there is AT LEAST one tip that will help you during your holiday. Click here and scroll down to the very bottom of the page.
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