New York City is one of those places that everyone HAS to visit in their lifetime. For families, it’s becoming more difficult to find spacious vacation homes here due to the city’s rental regulations, so if you’re taking the kids, you’ll need to find the best family hotels in NYC to make sure it’s a magical experience for everyone.
Whether you just need a third bed in a standard hotel room for 1 younger child, or you’re looking for larger suites and interconnecting rooms for families of 4 (or more), we’ve rounded up the best family hotels in NYC for you to try in 2026.
8 of the Best Family Hotels in NYC
Firstly, think about what you want to see in the city, considering where to go with kids in NYC and narrow down the right destination for your family. Then once you’ve found your perfect neighborhood, discover the best family hotels in NYC for you to book on your next trip.
Public, an Ian Schrager Hotel
Why we love it… Cool suites with space to sleep up to 6, close to Soho and New York University. Best for older kids and teens looking for nightlife and city buzz. Book Now
The Mark Hotel
Why we love it… The hotel offers guests a fleet of custom-designed strollers, ideal for a walk through Central Park, as well as in-suite slumber parties with popcorn, chocolate milk and cookies. Best for babies and younger kids. Book Now
Paramount Times Square
Why we love it… Old school New York style, close to Times Square for first-time tourists. Best for older kids or families traveling with another group – book rooms for 4 or up to 6 in bunk rooms. Book Now
YP by Wyndham Times Square
Why we love it… A central location and loads of family-friendly rooms for up to 8, including some with bunks. Best for multi-generational trips and all ages. Book Now
New Yorker by Lotte Hotels
Why we love it… Family rooms for up to 4 or 6, with a view of the Empire State Building. Best for an affordable break close to the sights. Book Now
The Peninsula
Why we love it… Kids will love the indoor pool, and it’s a perfect location for visiting the Museum of Modern Art. (Book a NYC museum tour for kids with skip-the-line tickets.)
The Ritz-Carlton
Why we love it… Spacious rooms for families, right on the park, with a dedicated check-in area for kids, welcome toys, special dining options and sweets and games in the Club Lounge. Book Now
The Gansevoort Hotel
Why we love it… This central hotel is ideal for those traveling with babies or toddlers: they’ll provide complimentary cribs, pack and play, and bath amenities, as well as high chairs or kid-sized portions in the restaurant. Book Now
Things to do with Kids in New York City
Read our founder’s list of things to do with kids in NYC for a general overview of a trip to the city with the family.
Alternatively, for a ready-made itinerary, with built-in recommendations and a downloadable PDF that links to your google map, download our New York Passport City Guide.
Completely curated for child-friendly stays, it includes a 3-day itinerary for your trip, as well as recommendations from our expert team, all downloadable with links to Google Maps, so you can take it with you on your smartphone.
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