{"id":206255,"date":"2026-04-22T18:06:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T18:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/206255\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T18:06:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T18:06:12","slug":"manhattans-best-travel-awards-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/206255\/","title":{"rendered":"Manhattan’s Best Travel Awards 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Best Staycation: The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad<\/p>\n

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With skyline views and signature Ritz-Carlton service, this NoMad destination features 219 rooms, 31 suites and elevated dining at The Bazaar, Zaytinya and Nubeluz.\u202825 W. 28th St. | ritzcarlton.com<\/p>\n

Best Celebrity-Sighting Stay: The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel<\/p>\n

Since 1930, The Carlyle has been a beacon of timeless elegance and cultural cachet, with iconic venues like Bemelmans Bar and Caf\u00e9 Carlyle drawing a discerning, high-profile crowd.\u202835 E. 76th St. | rosewoodhotels.com<\/p>\n

Most Vibrant Hotel: The Fifth Avenue Hotel<\/p>\n

A colorful, character-filled stay in NoMad, where each room features unique palettes and eclectic design details, creating an intimate and expressive atmosphere.\u20281 W. 28th St. | thefifthavenuehotel.com<\/p>\n

Best Playfully Polished Design Hotel: The Whitby Hotel<\/p>\n

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Kit Kemp\u2019s signature whimsy meets refined design in this bold, artful property where vibrant colors and eclectic patterns create a joyful, elevated experience.\u202818 W. 56th St. | firmdalehotels.com<\/p>\n

Best Artful Stay: SoHo Grand<\/p>\n

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Blending industrial loft aesthetics with Gilded Age grandeur, this downtown landmark captures the creative spirit of SoHo with striking architecture and a curated gallery space.\u2028310 W. Broadway | sohogrand.com<\/p>\n

Best Hotel Bar: The Roxy Hotel New York<\/p>\n

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A nightlife hub where jazz at The Django, DJ sets and cinema culture collide, all wrapped in a mix of midcentury, Art Deco and industrial design.\u20282 Sixth Ave. | roxyhotelnyc.com<\/p>\n

Best European-Inspired Escape: Fouquet\u2019s New York<\/p>\n

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A Tribeca destination blending Parisian elegance with NYC energy, featuring Spa Diane Barri\u00e8re and the acclaimed Brasserie Fouquet\u2019s.\u2028456 Greenwich St. | fouquets-newyork.com<\/p>\n

Most Lavish Stay: Baccarat Hotel New York<\/p>\n

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A dazzling showcase of crystal-clad luxury, where Parisian inspiration meets opulent design and timeless grandeur.\u202828 W. 53rd St. | baccarathotels.com<\/p>\n

Best Skyline Views: Mandarin Oriental New York<\/p>\n

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of Central Park, the Hudson River and Manhattan\u2019s skyline from this serene urban sanctuary.\u202880 Columbus Circle | mandarinoriental.com<\/p>\n

Best Family Experience: The Peninsula New York<\/p>\n

Known for its exceptional service, The Peninsula delivers intuitive hospitality and polished Fifth Avenue elegance for families and travelers alike.\u2028700 Fifth Ave. | peninsula.com<\/p>\n

Best New York Hotel Expansion: Faena New York<\/p>\n

Landing in Chelsea, Faena brings bold design, immersive dining and signature glamour, including Chef Francis Mallmann\u2019s La Boca.\u2028500A W. 18th St. | faena.com<\/p>\n

Best Hotel Debut: Kimpton ERA Midtown New York<\/p>\n

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A 33-story modern retreat featuring 529 \u201cjewel box\u201d rooms, vibrant dining and rooftop views, designed as a stylish base for exploring Midtown.\u202832 W. 48th St. | erahotel.com<\/p>\n

Most Exclusive Stay: Aman New York<\/p>\n

An ultra-luxury sanctuary inside the historic Crown Building, with expansive suites, fireplaces and unmatched privacy.\u2028730 Fifth Ave. | aman.com<\/p>\n

Best Hotel Spa: 111SKIN Spa\/Clinic at The Plaza<\/p>\n

A cutting-edge wellness destination offering advanced facials and treatments rooted in medical research and luxury relaxation.\u2028768 Fifth Ave. | 111skinspa.com<\/p>\n

Best Museum: The Frick Collection<\/p>\n

An intimate cultural gem showcasing European masterpieces within a historic Gilded Age mansion.\u20281 E. 70th St. | frick.org<\/p>\n

Best Drivable Destination: Mirbeau Inn & Spa Rhinebeck<\/p>\n

A Hudson Valley retreat blending Parisian elegance with spa indulgence and seasonal dining.\u202846 W. Market St., Rhinebeck | rhinebeck.mirbeau.com<\/p>\n

Best Visitor Attraction: Central Park<\/p>\n

An 843-acre urban escape offering scenic beauty, iconic landmarks and timeless New York charm.<\/p>\n

Best Lakeside Retreat: Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa<\/p>\n

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An Adirondack escape featuring lakeside serenity, a renowned spa and AAA Four Diamond dining.\u2028Lake Placid | mirrorlakeinn.com<\/p>\n

Most Anticipated Weekend Getaway: 1 Hotel & Homes Hudson Valley<\/p>\n

Opening in 2028, this nature-driven retreat will combine sustainability, luxury and immersive outdoor experiences.\u20281hotels.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Best Staycation: The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad With skyline views and signature Ritz-Carlton service, this NoMad destination features…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":206256,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[2470,262,5867,9963,810,75,84,83,9,24,63,50385,35382,956,81785,1881],"class_list":["post-206255","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-manhattan","tag-awards","tag-city","tag-design","tag-dining","tag-hotels","tag-manhattan","tag-manhattan-headlines","tag-manhattan-news","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc","tag-position-1","tag-spas","tag-travel","tag-travel-awards","tag-wellness"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/206255","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=206255"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/206255\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/206256"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=206255"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=206255"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=206255"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}