The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York
Ace Hotel Lobby Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

1. Ace Hotel Lobby Bar

8.6
16 W 29th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 235 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite places to grab a drink and people-watch.

Bowery Hotel Lobby Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

2. Bowery Hotel Lobby Bar

7.7
335 Bowery (btwn 2nd & 3rd St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · East Village · 67 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This place screams "trendy" & is one of our favorite places to drink & scope out celebrities. When it's nice out, snag a seat on the outdoor patio, or in the winter curl, up in front of the fireplace.

The Jane Hotel Ballroom is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

3. The Jane Hotel Ballroom

7.2
113 Jane St (at West St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · West Village · 89 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A more lively and upbeat hotel lobby bar atmosphere. If you're looking for a low key lounge, this isn't the place for you. Be prepared to dance on tables - don't say we didn't warn you!

The Rose Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

4. The Rose Bar

New York (Lexington Ave Between 21st and 22nd St), New York, NY
Night Club · Gramercy Park · 127 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: While the drinks are expensive, we love to grab a cocktail here while we're waiting to be seated at Maialino. The scene is classy and upscale, and we feel instantly cool just by sitting at the bar.

The Crosby Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

5. The Crosby Bar

8.1
79 Crosby St, New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 60 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Snag a seat on the patio when it's nice out at this adorable, tucked away bar in SoHo. The cocktail list is extensive, you'll have a hard time deciding what to order, but we recommend the Tiger's Eye.

The Library at The NoMad is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

6. The Library at The NoMad

1170 Broadway (at 28th St) (at 28th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 94 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This stunning bar has expertly crafted cocktails, and has become one of our favorite hotel bars to visit. Let the hostess know to reserve you a table in the library - it's first come first served.

Bar Seine Lounge is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

7. Bar Seine Lounge

6.3
37 64th St, New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 8 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This gorgeous hotel bar screams Upper East Side class. We love the martinis here.

King Cole Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

8. King Cole Bar

7.8
2 E 55th St (St Regis Hotel), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Midtown East · 63 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Make sure you’re dressed appropriately as there’s a strict after 5 o’clock dress code. Once here ask Gavin to make you a Bloody Mary (they were born here).

Bemelmans Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

9. Bemelmans Bar

9.1
35 E 76th St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 130 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Holy Art Deco – check out that gold leaf ceiling – the atmosphere is unlike anything else in NYC. Enjoyed best with a few friends who love a classic cocktail and pleasant music.

Bar 44 is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

10. Bar 44

6.9
44 W 44th St (at 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 42 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The cocktails are pricey, but are expertly crafted and worth the money! You can do no wrong here – but the Vieux Carre and the Thanksgiving Eve were spectacular.

The Library at Hudson Hotel is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

11. The Library at Hudson Hotel

356 W 58th St (at 9th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 61 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Take the neon green escalator up and you'll be transported into a world of class and sophistication. This bar is not only gorgeous, but has amazing cocktails - order the Library.

TY Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

12. TY Bar

7.1
57 E 57th St, New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 16 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You're definitely paying for the atmosphere here at this deluxe Four Season Hotel lounge. Drinks are good, but the real star of the show is the kobe sliders.

The Empire Hotel Lobby Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

13. The Empire Hotel Lobby Bar

7.0
44 W 63rd St (at Broadway), New York, NY
Bar · Lincoln Square · 20 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Step into this bar and you'll feel like you've been transported into the lavish world of the "Gossip Girl" characters. Drinks on the menu are even named after them - we order the "I'm Chuck Bass".

Mister H is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

14. Mister H

150 Lafayette St (btwn Grand & Howard St.), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 45 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A happening and sexy bar tucked away in the Mondrian SoHo. More popular for late-night reveling than lounging and casually sipping a cocktail.

Minus 5° Ice Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

15. Minus 5° Ice Bar

1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Theater District · 58 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Brand new and just in time for this summer's heat wave, this is the ultimate spot to cool down (and warm back up after a few drinks). You can find the bar inside of the Hilton.

Blue Bar is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

16. Blue Bar

6.3
59 W 44th St (btw 5th and 6th Avenues), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 36 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Very cool (and blue) atmosphere. The drinks are very expensive, but they're also potent, so they're good bang for your buck.

The Lobby Lounge at Mandarin Oriental, New York is one of The Best Hotel Lobby Bars in New York.

17. The Lobby Lounge at Mandarin Oriental, New York

8.1
80 Columbus Cir, New York, NY
Tea Room · Hell's Kitchen · 50 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come here for the amazing Central Park views and the carefully crafted cocktails. The food is also great - be sure to order the chicken lollipops.