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- The Sister City New York is a new boutique hotel on Bowery in the Lower East Side from the folks behind Ace Hotels.
- With a pared-down design and minimal look, Sister City is a more affordable option than its parent hotel and caters to independent, budget-conscious travelers with self-service check-in and help-yourself amenities.
- I spent the night in a Terrace Room, which typically starts at $259 per night. Nightly rates for smaller rooms start at $159 on Booking.com, depending on the time of year. Many offer incredible views.
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When you've just arrived at your hotel after a long flight, the sight of a long, slow-moving check-in line can feel disheartening.
Sister City, the new spin-off property from the creative studio behind the Ace Hotel, eliminates that problem with self-service features catered to the experienced, and busy, traveler.
Instead of a more traditional lobby, individual tablets guide guests through the check-in process, issuing room keys and saving sacred time on the ground.
The stripped-down concept helps make the hotel more affordable. Additionally, instead of the Ace's signature quirky art or flashy furniture, Sister City features just a few beautiful essentials. The design is minimal and Scandinavian-inspired, with calming muted colors, lush green plants, and simple but elegant bedding.
I loved the design-forward, but budget-conscious approach, and booked a Terrace Room, which starts at $259 on Booking. It wasn't backpacker-cheap but felt like a steal by New York City standards, great for a quick getaway with my boyfriend.
Between the self-serve amenities, cool design, great views, and trendy location, Sister City provided a level of independence not typically available at hotels.
For more top hotels, read our list of the 20 best hotels in New York City.
- The first impression
- The room
- On-site amenities
- What's nearby
- What others say
- What you need to know
- The bottom line
- Book the Sister City starting at $159 per night here
Keep reading to see why I was so impressed by Sister City Hotel in New York.
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