New York is a city where travelers never lack hotel options. The real difficulty is sorting out the best properties from the rest. No matter your preferences from chic modern hotels to storied old boutiques with fireplaces we’ve compiled a list of some of New York’s most iconic properties. If you’re looking for rooftop pools with skyline views or hip properties with history that have played host to rockstars, we’ve got you covered complete with notes about why we think each hotel is great.