“In addition to being elegant, sumptuous, and cozy, the New York Edition overlooks Madison Square Park and is located in the Flatiron District, which is one of my favorite neighborhoods right now.” —Bachman Clem, interior designer
“I’m enchanted by the soaring atrium at the Beekman. I could hang out in that bar room all night, enjoying the vibe and the artwork that lines the walls.” —Drew McGukin, interior designer
“As a designer, I’m always on the hunt for what’s new and exciting, and the Public hotel is a wonderful combination of comfort and chic.” —John Douglas Eason, interior designer
“I would take my daughter to the Plaza. She’s a big Eloise fan!” —Gideon Mendelson, interior designer
“The love the Nomad Hotel because it reminds me of Paris’s Hotel Costes, one of my favorite places to stay in the city.” —Phillip Thomas, interior designer
“The Greenwich Hotel’s Tribeca penthouse, conceived by Belgian designer Axel Vervoordt and architect Tatsuro Miki. I’m a huge fan of both of them.” —Sheila Bridges, interior designer
“The Whitby Hotel in Midtown has a quirky smattering of styles that pushes the limit in many ways, and visiting a place that’s whimsical and makes you think outside the box is always fun.” —Tamara Eaton, interior designer
“I recently stayed at the Highline Hotel while overseeing a photo shoot. It’s comfortable, modern, and unfussy, and the surrounding neighborhood is great.” —Thad Hayes, interior designer
“The Lowell, which has a cozy lounge and impeccable service, is comparable to the best hotels in Paris and London.” —Tom Scheerer, interior designer
“The suites at the Baccarat hotel are a Francophile’s delight, with glossy white paneling, rich wood furnishings, and tall ceilings. The pool is also fabulous! —Marshall Watson, interior designer
“I love what Jacques Grange has done with the Mark—especially its bathrooms: I’d order room service, take four or five soaks in the tub, and unleash my inner Eloise.” —Nick Olsen, interior designer
“When it comes to classic New York luxury, the Carlyle’s timeless elegance and history can’t be beat.” —Russell Groves, interior designer
This article appears in the October 2017 issue of NYC&G (New York Cottages & Gardens).