The 11 Best 4th of July Hotels in NYC 2024

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Are you looking for the best hotels to stay at while you see the famous 4th of July fireworks in New York City? Then look no further! I’ll show you the best hotels overlooking Macy’s 4th of July fireworks on the East River!

The fireworks have historically taken place near the Brooklyn Bridge, but have also happened at the southern tip of Roosevelt Island and the United Nations building. If you’re dying to see the famous 4th of July fireworks from your hotel, or even better, from the rooftop terrace, it’s best to book two hotels and then cancel one for free when the official location on the East River is announced.

Very important: When booking your hotel, always make sure that the rooms are facing the East River. After all, this is where the 60,000+ fireworks have been ignited in recent years, making this incredible event in July so impressive.

My hotel tips for seeing the 4th of July fireworks in NYC

In our ‘best list,’ you can quickly and easily compare the best possible hotels. You can also see at a glance if it’s a boutique hotel or a design hotel and how many stars it has; if you want to see more information and current prices, just click on the “go to website” button.

In another post, you’ll find all the rooftop bars from which you can see the 4th of July fireworks.

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    1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge

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    5 stars | Right on the border of the two trendy neighborhoods of Dumbo and Brooklyn Heights, you’ll find 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. The building gives you the impression that it’s paying homage to the area’s past and history. Celebrities and artists in particular love the environmentally conscious hotel and its unique and stellar location.

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    The William Vale

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    5 Stars | If you’re looking for a hotel in NYC with a view, then look no further than The William Vale Hotel. This location is a luxury hotel in Brooklyn that features balconies in a variety of rooms that shows off the fantastic surrounding views of the city. And they even have a large rooftop swimming pool, from which you can also take in those views.

    And of course, like any luxury hotel, The William Vale also includes a rooftop bar named the Westlight. As well as a restaurant named Leuca which serves Italian styled dishes including wood-fired pizzas and pastas cooked by the in-house chefs.

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    Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

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    4 stars | The Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza is also called “ONE UN New York” and is one of the hotels in New York fwith a wunderful view over the East River,  Chrysler and Empire State Building and the newest observation deck The Summit. 

    As the name suggests, you’re right by the UN building in Murray Hill – it’s quiet, there are lots of relaxed bars and restaurants near you. This is the reason why I like Murray Hill so much!

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    Graduate Roosevelt Island

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    4 stars | The Graduate Hotel in New York is a very unique place to find accommodations, mostly because of its location in the middle of the East River. This location gives the hotel a great view of Queens, as well as Manhattan, which is shown off in every window of the hotel.

    And as far as the rooms themselves, they’re decorated with an exciting mixture of Americana and Roosevelt Island history. And every room comes with one of the two views I talked about above. Plus, the hotel includes extras like a fitness center, restaurants that serve delicious food, and even a rooftop bar!

    All of this makes it one of the best hotels in NYC with a view, so be sure to check it out.

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    LIC Hotel

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    3 stars | LIC Hotel is located in Long Island City, Queens and has a spectacular terrace with unforgettable views of Manhattan. The hotel is well connected to downtown New York and most attractions with the nearby subway station and Central Park is only 20 minutes away. The MOMA PS1 Museum and the famous PepsiCola sign are just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

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    Ravel Hotel  

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    4 Stars | Ravel Hotel comes with great views, but they have all the amenities you’d expect, including The Penthouse. Which is their enclosed, heated, rooftop restaurant that takes advantage of the great views the hotel has to offer.

    They also offer a variety of different rooms, some of which include views of the Manhattan skyline. But all of which contain beautiful decorations and comfortable furniture, as well as fully equipped bathrooms complete with a separate bathtub and shower.

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    The Hoxton Williamsburg

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    4 Stars | For me, the Hoxton in Williamsburg is one of the most beautiful hotels in New York: from the rooftop bar you have a spectacular view of Manhattan, and the rooms are very tastefully decorated. I felt at home immediately! 

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    The Box House Hotel

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    3 Stars | The Box House Hotel offers a special experience because their rooms are designed in an apartment-like style in order to provide you with a home-away-from-home feeling. Additionally, the decor is totally different from anything else you’d find in the area; due to this hotel actually being a converted factory!

    And this hotel is located in Greenpoint, which is a Brooklyn community that includes a variety of interesting places like art galleries and music venues that are totally unique to it. 

    You won’t be able to find the same experiences anywhere else, but if you decide to travel further into New York, it isn’t hard to do from this location as it’s quite close to Long Island City.

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    Wythe Hotel

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    4 Stars | What an area: three wonderful hotels within a radius of just 2 blocks, and one of them is the beautiful and very popular Wythe Hotel. The building it’s in used to be a factory, which makes this place all the more charming. 

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    Mr C Seaport

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    5 Stars | No other hotel on this list is as close to the Brooklyn Bridge as this one. You have the most perfect view of the bridge from some of the rooms. The Seaport (hence the name) is right at this here as well, Wall Street and One World Trade Center are also within walking distance.

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    AC Hotel by Marriott New York Downtown

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    4 Stars | The AC Hotel by Marriott New York Downtown is a hotel overlooking the stunning and iconic Brooklyn Bridge – from the Manhattan side. The location of the hotel is hard to beat, as it is also within easy reach of the 9/11 Memorial and One World Trade Center. 

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I'm a true New York fan! Not only have I visited the city over 25 times but also have I spent several months here at a time. On my blog I show you the best and most beautiful spots of the city, so that you have a really good time! You can also find lots of insider tips in our New York travel guide. Also check out my hotel finder for New York!

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