Our Insiders’ favorite hotels in LA & NYC
Major disclaimer: we do not fall into the camp of LA, NYC or bust. When it comes to cities, we love and appreciate all that the world has to offer.
However, we do find ourselves in between LA and NYC quite often for work. And, speaking to Safara Insiders and our community of travelers, we know you’re there with us.
Maybe this will become a series of city duos, as we’re all becoming adept at working remotely across cities and countries. For now, read on for our Insiders’ favorite hotels in LA and NYC.
1. PUBLIC Hotel, Downtown Manhattan, NYC
“This is the hotel I opened alongside the godfather of boutique hotels, Ian Schrager. It breaks the mold from what the big hotel groups were doing in the market at the time, by offering ‘luxury for all’ – ie. a design hotel at an affordable rate. It’s exactly the style of hotel that was missing in Downtown Manhattan. My favorite part is the five bars, all of which serve a different purpose, design, and experience. It’s a one-stop shop when you are traveling to NYC.” – Sebastian Puga, Partner and SVP of Brand Development at Ten Five Hospitality
2. Chateau Marmont, Los Angeles, CA
“I stayed here at a pivotal time in my life. It reminds me of embarking on a new chapter, and of unearthing new and interesting parts of myself. And I got into the best kind of trouble, because that’s just what you do at Chateau Marmont. I also love that the rooms have vintage record players. When concierge brings you to your door, all the windows are open and there’s a jazz record on. It changes everything.” – Tori Ainsworth, E-Commerce Consultant
3. 11 Howard, SoHo, NYC
“The 11 Howard is my favorite crash pad for a long weekend in NYC. Its beautifully designed interiors are full of thoughtful details, including a signature scent when you walk into the lobby. The rooms themselves are lovely and inviting, with custom-designed pieces that really elevate the experience. And the Grown Alchemist products in the rooms are definitely worth snagging.” – Kimiko Ninomiya, Head of Marketing at Soho House
4. The Native, Malibu, CA
“The Native in Malibu, California, is a hotel for the people. I stayed for just two nights and still speak regularly to their general manager and sound bath practitioner (yes, I realize that was the most LA thing that has ever been typed).” – Amelia Mularz, Travel Writer and Content Strategist
5. The NoMad Hotel, Midtown Manhattan, NYC
“I’m a real fan of perfect, thoughtful hospitality that doesn’t feel forced or overwhelming – the team at The Nomad is really good at that. Their Library Bar is the kind of place I dream of when I’m in New York, and it’s true that the chicken they serve at dinner is a very special dish (and I never order chicken at restaurants!)” – Nina Anakar, Chef and Co-Founder of Ziza Urban Farm
