Best Hotels Manhattan

Manhattan is an island city surrounded by the Harlem, East and Hudson rivers, and the island location affords views of phenomenal and historic crossings like the Brooklyn Bridge. The first Europeans to discover the area were of Dutch descent, and they named it "Little Amsterdam. The settlers set up a trading post almost immediately as the many rivers offered huge potential of transport, import and export. Over time, as the United States of America transitioned to independent, New York became an instrumental foothold for the US troops during the Revolutionary War.

Manhattan is one the five boroughs that comprise New York City and one of the wealthiest cities in the US. With this in mind, it is no wonder that this elongated island is home to fantastic museums, art galleries, fabulous fashion shows and interesting historical landmarks.

The borough of Manhattan is split into an array of different areas. At the southernmost tip of the island, you'll find Battery Park – departure areas for boats to the Statue of Liberty – and Wall Street, the financial center of the country. A bit north in what might be called "downtown" is Chelsea, South Street Seaport, and the shopping haven of Soho. Moving north you'll find Midtown, which is the center of business in Manhattan. All the major international publishers and banking companies are in Midtown, and this is a high-density area at lunchtime on weekdays. Midtown houses Penn Station, Grand Central Station, Madison Square Garden, the Fashion Institute of Technology, and further east, the Empire State Building. Times Square and Broadway shows also occupy the middle portion of the island. Further north you'll find the Upper West Side, the Upper East Side, and, right in the middle: Central Park, the zoo, and the Natural History Museum. On both the East and West Sides, you'll find millions of New York residents, but the West Side also features Carnegie Hall and the Metropolitan Opera. Going still further north is the energetic music and culture center of Harlem, as well as the famed Columbia University.

Times Square is a destination for leisure and business travelers alike. The Broadway shows and off-Broadway shows are world-famous, and making your way to Times Square for a pre-theater dinner followed by a show is a mandatory Manhattan experience for any visitor.

Another must-see spot is Central Park. The park is the second largest urban park in the United States (second to Franklin Park in Philadelphia), and finding a best Manhattan hotel adjacent to Central Park promises lovely views and a chance to have wonderful morning walks through the park trails, overlooking small lakes. Just be careful of the cyclists and the roller bladders, who may not be keeping their eyes and speed in line with the needs of tourists.

The best Manhattan hotels offer views of the whole island and surrounding scenery from the large windows nestled in canopy of the New York skyline. The hotels are all in convenient places dotted around the elongated island; the purpose of your stay will dictate where you choose the hotel that's right for you. Manhattan has absolutely amazing reputation for cuisine, and these hotels do not fall short of that. The hotel restaurants are acclaimed with some of the best in the world with celebrity chefs at the helm.

Before we get to nightlife, it's important to think about great things to do during your stay by day. First, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the gateway for millions of immigrants in American history, can be seen from many places, and it's easy to visit by boat. Second, the Natural History Museum, the South Street Seaport, and the Central Park Zoo are well worth a visit for families with children. If you're on an adult trip, take a trip to the Metropolitan Gallery of Art. Anyone will love a trip to the top of the Empire State Building or a visit to the Chelsea Piers sports facility for ice skating.

Nightlife in New York may be as rich, varied and energetic as you'll find anywhere else the world. The sheer scale of the dining options is staggering, including some of the world's finest steakhouses and ethnic restaurants of every kind from around the world. Finding nightclubs in the smaller, hipper areas of Chelsea, Soho, the lower East Side, and Greenwich Village will make for a memorable night out.

Manhattan is a place where people pride themselves on appearance and health, and it is no surprise that the hotels are host to luxury state-of-the-art fitness centers and health spas. Fully qualified staffs operate these magnificent facilities and offer complimentary exercise clothing, sneakers, and eucalyptus infused steam rooms.

The best Manhattan hotels are able to accommodate even the most discerning guests, with rooms that leave you feeling comfortable, pampered and spoiled. Rooms feature stand-alone tubs and large walk in showers.

Business visitors are able to stay stress free at these hotels, as the hotels and staff always put the customer first. Various gadgets and accessories are available in the rooms to make your life easier, like wireless internet, telephones and a desk complete with an ergonomically designed work chair. Office facilities are also available from the business center, including laptops and fax machines.

No matter where you go or why you're going, this city feels reminiscent of a movie but yet still has so much more to explore. These hotels cope extremely well as they take in large numbers of guests, but still manage to make the guest feel like they are a priority. The best hotels in Manhattan provide a warm yet fresh way of giving you everything you could want from a hotel. For the best of the best, book at Best Hotels Manhattan.