The best hotels in New York City offer a few key features: sweeping views of the skyline, attentive service, and proximity to the citys buzziest neighborhoods and sightsCentral Park, Fifth Avenue, Greenwich Village, Soho, Chelsea, and (dare we say it) Times Square. It feels like theres a luxury hotel around every corner, and you wouldnt be entirely wrong. From the picture frame windows and mood lighting of the PUBLIC Hotel to the regency-style interiors of The Pierre, theres plenty to write home about from these post card-worthy lodgings.Choosing just one spot to check off the boxes on your travel to-do list is a very tall order, but you might be surprised what youll find in the city that never sleeps. Location really makes a difference here, and in an effort to help you navigate the vibrant world of New York City hotels, we pulled together some of our favorite design-forward stays from all over the subway map. At AD, we love a good interior, so we highlighted a curated selection of spots to satisfy your aesthetic cravings, with plenty of other perks to make it a visit to remember. Whether youre looking for Art Deco style, an otherworldly spa that sets you on a whole nother plane of relaxation, some Michelin-worthy dining options, or a rooftop bar that looks out onto the heart of the city, weve got options for you.We broke the following picks down into three budget categoriesbecause you dont need us to tell you that staying in the Big Apple can be expensive. Consider this your official travel guide for finding the most luxurious place to lay your head at night.The Best Hotels in New York City, by Category:Under $500 a NightCourtesy of the Ludlow HotelThe Ludlow HotelPerks: Rain-style showers, in-room living spaces, a fitness center, and accommodations for petsNeighborhood: The Lower East SideLocated in the hip Lower East Sidewhere young, cooler-than-thou locals and buzzy shops like Colbo and Coming Soon convergelies the Ludlow, a boutique hotel designed by a trio of renowned New York City hoteliers: Sean MacPherson, Ira Drukier, and Richard Born. It includes 175 spacious guest rooms spanning studios, terraces, loft spaces, and a penthouse suite that feature exposed beams, chairs clad in sheepskin rugs, and old-school four poster beds. The oak-paneled lobby is one of his coziest gathering places, from the grand limestone fireplace offset with squelchy leather seating to the garden terrace where French cuisine is served under a constellation of colorful glass pendants. From $389 per night.BOOK NOWPhoto: Matt DutileWythe HotelPerks: Dedicated workspaces, exposed brick, fitness center, room service, concierge serviceNeighborhood: Williamsburg, Brooklyn