Freehand New York

In Manhattan’s Flatiron/Gramercy pocket — a short walk from Gramercy Park, 5th Avenue, the Flatiron Building and the Empire State Building. Located at 23 Lexington Ave, Freehand New York drops you near Grand Central, Union Square and Broadway. A pet-friendly, family-friendly art‑deco base for exploring midtown and downtown Manhattan.

Housed in the former George Washington Hotel and redesigned by Roman and Williams, rooms mix historic bones with custom-commissioned artwork by Bard College artists. There are about 400 air-conditioned guestrooms with comfortable bedding, private bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries, desks and in-room safes. The vibe is creative, restored and slightly rebellious — cool enough for creatives, comfy enough to crash.

Expect a lively slate of on-site perks: a nightclub, a 24-hour fitness center, three bars and lounges, concierge and wedding services, plus accessible lifts and a shared kitchen. You’ll find laundry and dry-cleaning, an ATM and a playroom and table-tennis area for kids. All the essentials for city living with a social, art-forward spin.

Conference hall and meeting space available, 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and laundry/dry-cleaning services. Complimentary wireless internet throughout keeps work moving between sessions.

On-site Comodo serves seafood-forward lunch, dinner and brunch, plus there’s a coffee shop/cafe for snacks and quick bites. To-go breakfasts are offered daily (7:00 AM–11:00 AM) for a fee, and three bars keep late-night drinks on hand — think fresh seafood plates and classic New York coffee vibes.