Sometimes we like to pretend we're guests at some of the nicest hotels in New York, and slip into their lobby bars for an expensive and fancy cocktail. It's the perfect rainy day activity!
The 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 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!
New York (Lexington Ave Between 21st and 22nd St), New York, NY
Night Club · Gramercy Park · 127 tips and reviews
The 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 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.
1170 Broadway (at 28th St) (at 28th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 94 tips and reviews
The 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.
The 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).
Hotel Bar · Upper East Side · 130 tips and reviews
The 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.
The 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 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.
The 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 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".
150 Lafayette St (btwn Grand & Howard St.), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 45 tips and reviews
The 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.
Cocktail Bar · Theater District · 58 tips and reviews
The 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.
The 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.