The Five Boroughs Like a Local: Apartments in Manhattan

“Manhattan’s spectacular skyline is only the beginning of the island’s appeal. The borough is brimming with famous attractions, from Times Square to Central Park, the Statue of Liberty to Broadway and the Empire State Building. It’s also got plenty by way of culture, with highlights including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the New-York Historical Society, and, of course, the Theatre District.

The selection of apartments below, which take in desirable areas including Midtown West, Upper East Side and Wall Street, offer travellers an authentic taste of local life in the bustling Big Apple.

Modern aparthotels in the Financial District
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If you’re coming to see New York’s iconic skyscrapers and sample city life, the snazzy aparthotels in the WeLive Wall Street couldn’t be more conveniently located. The complex is situated in the heart of New York’s famous Financial District, close to Battery Park and the photogenic Brooklyn Bridge.

Southern Manhattan is an ideal place to stay if you’re planning to take a boat trip to the Statue of Liberty or visit then 9/11 Memorial & Museum on the site of the former World Trade Centre. Wall Street Plaza is just across the road and the New York Stock Exchange is a short stroll away.

Each apartment in WeLive Wall Street provides comfortable bedrooms – with options for single travellers, couples, families and groups – along with cable TV and kitchenettes. Guests have access to two onsite restaurants, plus a bar/lounger and coffee shop.

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Central Park apartments in Upper East Side
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This neat apartment in Upper East Side is right on the doorstep of the beautifully inviting Central Park, one of the most-filmed locations in the world. The 843-acre expanse, set against the backdrop of the soaring metropolis, provides an oasis of calm in the big city, with its gardens, fields, lakes, zoo and amusement attractions. There’s also the option of visiting the Central Park Mall, Delacorte Theatre and Bethesda Terrace. Other notable attractions in the local area include the Metropolitan Museum of Art and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

This quiet, attractive Upper East Side apartment comes with a living room, dining room and double bedroom, plus kitchen facilities and internet access.

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This 43rd Street private apartment puts guests in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, where the action is. The accommodation is just one block away from the razzmatazz of Times Square, the self-styled ‘Crossroads of the World’. With its bright lights, billboards, major stores, restaurants and theatres, this is the epicentre of New York’s entertainment industry. It’s busy, noisy, garish and a magnet for fun-seeking tourists and locals alike.

Located next to the subway, with easy links across the city, this centrally located Times Square apartment comes with full kitchen and washing facilities, internet access and cable/satellite TV.

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The aptly named Radio City Apartments offers a choice of accommodation for visitors who are drawn to the glamour of Broadway, New York City’s fabled theatre strip. There are 41 top-calibre venues to choose from along ‘The Great White Way’, including the Lyceum, Music Box, Palace, and Booth theatres. There is an eclectic mix of old-time classics and contemporary productions – take your pick from Andrew Lloyd Webber, Rodgers & Hammerstein and more.

Situated a short walk from Radio City Music Hall, this Midtown apartment block provides access to a business centre, gym and restaurant. In addition to comfortable bedrooms, each apartment has its own kitchen, TV and WiFi facilities.

Upper East Side aparthotel with airport shuttle
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An airport shuttle service is one of the benefits of this Upper East Side aparthotel, allowing easy access to and from JFK International. Its location, close to Central Park, is ideal for cultural exploration, with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum all within easy reach. There are many other options to choose from on the nearby ‘Museum Mile’ – the Carnegie Hill area of Fifth Avenue – thanks to its impressive cluster of galleries and exhibitions.

This Upper East Side apartment comes with its own kitchen and dining area, as well as access to a large, outdoor communal terrace.

Midtown West premium apartment
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This premium apartment on 42nd street in Midtown West is ideal for visitors who want to hit the shops or sample the culinary delights of Hell’s Kitchen. The flagship Macy’s store is a few blocks away, close to the Empire State Building. The luxury outlets of Fifth Avenue, including Tiffany & Co, Prada and Bergdorf Goodman, are close at hand too.

For dining out, head to Clinton’s Restaurant Row just one street over – there’s an extensive selection of multi-ethnic, independent restaurants and established chains to choose from.

This Midtown West apartment offers king-size beds, views of the Manhattan skyline, free parking and in-house entertainment facilities for up to six people.”