Freehand New York Hotel Shuttles

A stylish staple nestled in the often overseen Manhattan borough of Kips Bay, Freehand New York is an artsy traveler’s choice adorned for its vintage touches and striking calligraphy-themed murals. The 1920s-era stay provides rooms with retro wood-paneled bathrooms and desks, some suites adding bunks and sectional living rooms for extra space. Hang out in the polished lobby restaurant for an upscale take on traditional North African cuisine as well, then washing it down with drinks at a mid-century cocktail bar. An on-site gym is also open 24 hours, while a resident artist program makes the hip vibe just as on-going process. Enjoy the surrounding beauty of the city with a quick walk over to the 23rd Street Subway Station, seeing the constant pulse of downtown Manhattan through quick citywide transfers, or get from point A to point B as fast as possible via meet-and-greet services ranging from modest taxis to luxury limousines.

Once settled in, get used to seeing diverse landmarks with long walks around the neighborhood, whether that means starting with what’s close at various East River lookouts that include All-American eats at The Water Club as well as scenic lifts aboard the East 34th Street Ferry. For some indoor entertainment, take a stroll through the Dover Street Market New York instead, located down the street and offering an array of boutique fashion and an attached cafe, or go with the priceless passerby at the even closer Madison Square Park around the corner, a small but impactful space due to its modest seating matched with larger-than-life views of the world-famous Flatiron Building. And when it comes to closing the night, do so with dinner on-site, looking forward to stylish global fare at Simon & The Whale or casual eats from the wicker-adorned Broken Shaker.