New York
North America · United States
Best Months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Rec. Nights
5 nights
Airports
JFK, LGA, EWR
Avg. Cash
$90 - $4,227/night
Best Value
Overview
New York City needs no introduction. The five boroughs pack more culture, cuisine, and energy per square mile than anywhere else on Earth. Spring and fall are the sweet spots for visiting — April through June brings cherry blossoms in Central Park, outdoor dining season, and comfortable walking weather, while September through November delivers crisp autumn air, golden light, and fewer crowds than summer. The holiday season from late November through December is magical if you do not mind the cold, with Rockefeller Center, holiday markets, and Broadway in full swing.
Manhattan anchors the experience with Times Square, the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Museum Mile along Fifth Avenue. But the real magic is in the neighborhoods: Brooklyn brownstones and Dumbo waterfront views, Greenwich Village jazz clubs, the High Line elevated park through Chelsea, and the food halls of Hudson Yards. World-class museums like the Met, MoMA, and the Whitney could fill an entire trip on their own. And then there is the food — from dollar pizza slices to Michelin-starred tasting menus, New York dining scene is unmatched.
For points travelers, New York is the ultimate playground. With hotels across every major loyalty program — Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, and Wyndham — the city offers redemptions ranging from midtown business hotels to iconic properties like the St. Regis New York, Park Hyatt New York, and the Conrad Downtown. Award availability can be tight during peak seasons, so booking early is essential.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in New York range from $90 to $4227 per night. Points redemptions offer 18.44+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
12 properties in New York bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyatt Place Princeton | Hyatt | 9,500 | $1,752 | 18.4¢ | ||
Hyatt Regency Greenwich | Hyatt | 12,000 | $1,519 | 12.7¢ | ||
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lyndhurst | Marriott | 43,000 | $3,000 | 7.0¢ | Jul 19 | |
Ramada by Wyndham Staten Island | Wyndham | 30,000 | $718 | 2.4¢ | ||
Hard Rock Hotel New York - Partner of ALL Accor | Accor | 18,783 | $432 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
Sofitel New York | Accor | 17,467 | $402 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
Super 8 by Wyndham Lindenhurst | Wyndham | 15,000 | $269 | 1.8¢ | May 22 | |
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park | Marriott | 131,200 | $2,053 | 1.6¢ | May 22 | |
Topping Rose House, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 200,000 | $1,955 | 1.0¢ | May 24 | |
Homewood Suites by Hilton Newburgh-Stewart Airport | Hilton | 60,000 | $585 | 1.0¢ | May 22 | |
Garner Hotel North Bergen - NYC Gateway | IHG | 30,600 | $201 | 0.7¢ | May 22 | |
Kimpton Era Midtown New York | IHG | 34,000 | $222 | 0.7¢ | May 22 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Hyatt Place Princeton
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lyndhurst
If you have Points:
Ramada by Wyndham Staten Island
If you have ALL Points:
Hard Rock Hotel New York - Partner of ALL Accor
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Topping Rose House, an SLH Hotel
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Garner Hotel North Bergen - NYC Gateway
How to Earn Points for This Trip
The best hotels in New York use World of Hyatt, Marriott Bonvoy, Wyndham Rewards, Accor Live Limitless (ALL), Hilton Honors, and IHG One Rewards points. Here’s how to earn them:
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
IHG
$99
Annual Fee
140,000 IHG One Rewards points — transfers earns IHG One Rewards points directly
- 140K bonus points — enough for 3-5 free nights at many IHG properties
- Earn 26x total at IHG properties and 5x on travel, dining, and gas
- 4th night free on IHG award stays (saves 25% on 4-night bookings)
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
Hilton
$150
Annual Fee
130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
- Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
- Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton
$550
Annual Fee
175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
- Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
- Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend
Bilt Mastercard®
Bilt
$0
Annual Fee
earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels
- Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
- Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
- Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton
World of Hyatt Credit Card
Hyatt
$95
Annual Fee
60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly
- Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
- Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
- Automatic Discoverist elite status
Chase Sapphire Preferred®
Chase UR
$95
Annual Fee
75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly
- Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
- Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
- 1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG
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Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Getting There
JFK, LGA, EWR
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $90/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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