Archer Hotel New York, New York CityArcher Hotel New York in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 39 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0. Rooms from about $343 a night (cached, not a live quote).Opened in 2014, the Archer Hotel New York is a boutique establishment situated in the Garment District of Midtown Manhattan. It sits within walking distance of Bryant Park, Times Square, and Macy's. The hotel contains 180 rooms featuring modern interiors and contemporary design elements. Guests can use the rooftop terrace and bar to view the Empire State Building. The property accommodates families and allows pets, providing Wi-Fi and an on-site restaurant. It serves both business travellers and tourists looking for a central base. While the rooms are well-designed, they are relatively compact in size.What stands out

Rooftop bar with Empire State views

Central Garment District location

Pet friendly policy

Modern interior design

Watch out for

Small room dimensions

Adequate restaurant quality

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