Ink 48 HotelvsWythe Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Wythe Hotel scores significantly better than Kimpton Ink48 Hotel. Wythe Hotel ranks #31 in New York City with praise from 14 sources such as oyster.com, Michelin Guide and Wallpaper.
Ink 48 Hotel Show All Reviews
653 11th Avenue, New York City, NY 10036
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
Star
"All rooms face out, many to the Hudson, for splendid views... and have modern decor and lofty ceilings."
Michelin Guide
"It shouldn't really come as a surprise that lnk48 is making big news. After all, this hotel occupies a former printing house. And yes, while it may be housed in the far reaches of the..."
Frommer's
"An intriguing, more serene alternative than those a few blocks east... with spectacular city views." Full review
Fodor's
"Spacious, reasonably priced rooms, expansive views, a sceney rooftop bar and pool, and great service make up for a long three-avenue walk from the nearest subway." Full review
Star Service
"The lobby sets the tone here and stays true to Kimpton's colorful design ethic. Cherry blossom-print fabrics and planed surfaces put a Zen spin on the decor." Full review
Gayot
"The 222 rooms and suites feature bold art and colors, and some stunning NYC and Hudson River views."
BlackBook
"Who says publishing is dying? It's got a theme hotel! SF-based Kimpton brings style and luxury to converted '30s printing house."
Zagat
4.2
"Set on the far west side of Midtown, this "swanky" but "funky" boutique hotel boasts an "imaginative" decor, "top-notch" service and excellent amenities."
Jetsetter
"Printing house-turned-hotel in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, with killer skyline views from a swoon-worthy rooftop bar." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The hotel is close to everything without being too close. It's accessible by both bus and subway and within walking distance of area restaurants, Times Square...rooms are sleek and modern " Full review
Wythe Hotel Show All Reviews
80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249
From $225/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide
"The hotel is swank on its own terms, offering a thing or two its Manhattan peers would be hard pressed to provide."
Fodor's
"One of the hottest openings of 2012–and home to stunning Manhattan-skyline views, locally sourced design touches and amenities, and a hip restaurant." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With a hopping rooftop bar boasting jaw-dropping views of Manhattan, a wonderful restaurant, and cutting-edge industrial design, the Wythe is a destination unto itself." Full review
Time Out
"The Wythe may not be the first boutique hotel in Williamsburg, but it’s the first to capture the neighborhood’s elusive hip factor." Full review
Gayot
"Decor elements pay homage to the building's industrial beginnings with cast-iron railings, exposed wood beams and other retro accents."
BlackBook
"B-burg boutique in a gutted 1901 cooperage. Seventy-two rooms outfitted with custom wood beds made of recycled pine from the old factory."
Zagat
3.3
"It may "look like every other old factory building in the neighborhood", but inside this Williamsburg boutique is "hip and vibrant" with "rustic, modern" stylings."
Condé Nast Traveler
92.4
"The hotel is one block from the Brooklyn waterfront in Williamsburg, a once-industrial neighborhood transformed by artists, entrepreneurs, and a new wave of immigrants." Full review
Afar Magazine
"A five-year restoration and renovation project transformed a factory on the Williamsburg waterfront, originally built in 1901, into the stylish but laid-back Wythe Hotel." Full review
Not For Tourists
"For cool people with lots of cold hard cash."