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New York City. The city that never sleeps. The Big Apple. Broadway. Pizza. Bagels. Its one of the most visited cities in the United States year after year. There are plenty of hotel options in the city with a wide variety of prices. From Brooklyn to the Financial District to anything and everything in between, every traveler will find a hotel perfect for them. But with all the options, the four major brands each have a presence in the city. But which ones are the best points hotels in New York City?

In the Post:
Hyatt House New York/Chelsea
The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection
Grand Hyatt New York
The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel
Andaz Wall Street
Park Hyatt New York
Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel
Andaz 5^th Avenue
Thompson Central Park New York
How to Earn These Points

Best Points Hotels in New York City

Hyatt House New York/Chelsea

Located in the Chelsea neighborhood, the Hyatt House New York/Chelsea is the only extended stay on this list. That also means it doesn’t have a bunch to offer. It does have the standard Hyatt House bar open in the evening and a grab and go market with drinks and snacks. You’ll also get free breakfast. Which could be a great saver for those with families. The hotel is down the block from several different subway stations. The Empire State Building and the Flatiron Building are both within walking distance.

Cash prices for members generally hover around $330 per night. Not cheap for most people. This is a category 5 property so unfortunately you can’t use any Category 1-4 free night award. You could use a Category 1-7 award if you are a Globalist, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Instead points are a better option. You’ll need 20,000 World of Hyatt points for each night of your stay. You’ll get a choice of 1 King or 2 Queens in the Den Guestroom which does not include a sofa bed.

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection is the only Marriott on this list. As the name would suggest, the hotel is down from Time Square, but is located in Midtown. The hotel dates back to 1902 as an apartment building. For places not within walking distance, there are several subway stations nearby. The Algonquin Hotel offers several dining options, a bar and a fitness center.  

Cash prices can vary widely from $300 to over $800 a night. On average though, cash prices hover around $700. This is especially true once March rolls around. This is a category 7 property. Points nights will be between 50,000 and 70,000 Bonvoy points per night. Focus on the 50,000 and 60,000 for redemptions here. That shouldn’t be too hard to find. Most nights are at the 60,000 price point. But you could use 50,000 Marriott free night certificates from some Marriott Bonvoy credit cards. The standard room is a 1 Queen.

Grand Hyatt New York

The Grand Hyatt New York calls itself a sophisticated hotel with a restaurant. It across the street from the landmark Chrysler Building and Grand Central Terminal. The hotel offers a restaurant and fitness center. Globalists might have a hard time getting a suite as there are only 44 suites at the over 1,300 room property, but will have access to the Grand Lounge for free breakfast and drinks. Those with Club Access awards could also use those here.

Cash prices vary between $200 and $500 per night. You can also expect to pay a $35 destination amenity fee (waived on points nights). This is a category 5 hotel that will set you back 20,000 WOH points per night. You can book into a 1 Queen or 2 Double Bed on a standard points bookings.

The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel

Located a hop, skip and a jump from the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel is a located in Lower Manhattan area of the Financial District. Although the hotel was opened in 2006, the building itself dates back to 1883.

Cash prices range from $350 to $500, but on average are around $425. The World of Hyatt program requires 25,000 per night for this category 6 property. You’ll book into a 1 Queen room. Points nights will not have to pay the $41 destination fee.

Andaz Wall Street

Two blocks from the New York Stock Exchange, the Andaz Wall Street is just steps away from the East River. You’ll also have access to dining and fitness on-site at the Andaz. The Wall Street subway station is located nearby.  

The vibes of the suites are great for Globalist, but the regular rooms are nice as well. There is a wide range of cash prices. Anything from $160 to $400. But you can expect to fork over $300 per night. This is a category 5 hotel that will set you back 20,000 WOH points per night. You can book into a 1 King or 2 Double Bed room using the standard amount of points.

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Park Hyatt New York

A couple of blocks away from Central Park, the Park Hyatt New York is absolutely a five-star property. The pool is indoor. Perfect for winter staycations or getaways. If spas are something you fancy, the Spa Nalai is a place you should visit.

Cash prices range from $800 to over $1,100 a night. This category 7 property will need 30,000 World of Hyatt points for each night of your stay. This is a great property to use your Category 1-7 awards or your suite upgrade awards. Standard rooms are a 1 King or 2 Double room.

Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel

The Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel is also located in the Financial District. The pet friendly hotel (as all Thompson’s are) offers a gym and dining options. It describes itself as a plush hotel. To this author it looks similar to an 1800s hotel with a wooden interior. The rooms are much more modern.

Cash nights will also need to pay a $14 dollar destination fee. This is a category 4 property. You can use your Hyatt free night awards here or 15,000 WOH points. Standard points rooms are 1 King or 2 Doubles.

Andaz 5^th Avenue

This is the better of the Andaz properties in New York City. The Andaz 5^th Avenue is located on the east side of Bryant Park directly across the street from the New York Public Library. Sadly, currently the restaurant and spa are closed.

This is a category 6 property. Each night will cost you 25,000 World of Hyatt points or $650 in cash. Plus a $41 destination fee.

Thompson Central Park New York

Another Central Park location on the list, the Thompson Central Park New York is another property in New York City. The hotel offers a restaurant, lobby bar and a burger joint. Excuse me while I go book for the burger!

Visitors using cash will also need to pay a $41 destination fee plus about $450 in room charges and taxes. Those using WOH points will need 25,000 points for this category 5 property. Like most hotels on this like, you can book into a 1 King or 2 Double room using points.

How to Earn These Points

There are a variety of options to earn these hotel points.

While you can transfer Ultimate Rewards points to Marriott, you won’t get a great value typically. Your best bet is to get Bonvoy points via welcome bonuses. There are a few co-branded cards from Chase and American Express. The Chase Bonvoy Boundless and Marriott Bonvoy Business™ American Express® Card are typically the most lucrative points options.

While Hyatt does have one co-branded card, there are multiple other cards to leverage for additional World of Hyatt points. These cards include the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Reserve. The next few cards are marketed as cash back but actually earn Ultimate Rewards points. The entire Ink (Chase business cards) line, the Freedom Flex and Freedom Unlimited all can help you get additional World of Hyatt points.

Best Points Hotels in New York City Bottom Line

While hotels from the Hilton and IHG didn’t make the list, those hotel brands can absolutely be an option when cash prices are low. I’d recommend the InterContinental’s or Conrad’s. Hyatt’s consistently make this list due to their low points totals required. That’s great except when they aren’t in a location.  As with any points booking, you also need to check your valuation. If cash prices are low, its most likely better to pay cash and use the Chase Pay Yourself Back to offset the cost.

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