As a certain pop star might say, Welcome to New York! The City That Never Sleeps, The Big Apple. This dynamic metropolis is home to some of the world’s most iconic sights, from Times Square and the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building and the most famous urban green space in the world – Central Park. A cultural behemoth, New York is home to world-class museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. It hosts the iconic shows of Broadway and is also home to excellent nightlife, catering for lovers of all kinds of music, from opera to pounding techno! Eclectic neighbourhoods from Greenwich Village to Williamsburg are just waiting to be explored, and those looking to splash the cash can splurge to their hearts content in the luxury shops of Fifth Avenue.

Recommended 3-star hotel in New York City

Pod Time Square

400 West 42nd Street, Hell’s Kitchen, New York, NY 10036, United States

If location is everything, then Hotel Pod Times Square wins out. This quirky accommodation option markets itself as an affordable choice in the beating heart of NYC. Rooms are small but cozy, perfect for solo travellers or friends and couples travelling on a budget. Larger rooms and apartments are also available. There’s a Lobby Bar from which to enjoy a cocktail and a bright and modern feel to this hotel; but it’s the perfect location that really sells it.

 Recommended 4-star hotel in New York City

Arlo SoHO

231 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013, United States

Offering riverside views and located just steps from The Village in Lower Manhattan, Arlo SoHo has everything you would wish for from a 4-star New York hotel. There’s a rooftop bar, an onsite restaurant serving fresh local produce, and a library, the perfect place for groups or families to hang out, relax and play board games. In terms of rooming, guests can choose from King and Queen options through to bunk beds for those on a budget, the choice is yours!

 Recommended 5-star hotel in New York City

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

50 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, United States

As one of the most famous hotels in New York, if not the entire United States, the Ritz-Carlton boasts an unrivalled level of sophistication and a perfect location overlooking Central Park. The 253 rooms at this multi-award-winning hotel are designed to look and feel like bedrooms in a typical New York townhouse, and amenities include air-conditioning, USB outlets, 24-hour rom service, and complimentary Wi-Fi, streaming and premium movies. There’s a well-equipped spa and dining is in the form of the Contour Lounge & Bar, offering up chef-led experiences, wine tasting and more.