Stunning NYC Hotels You Can Book with Rewards

New York City is notorious for its outrageous nightlife, endless skyscrapers and its reputation as a destination for amazing food, theatre and the arts. Of course, it’s also known as an expensive place to travel, due to both its upscale food and hotel options along with basic supply and demand.

If you have certain hotel rewards cards, however, you could cover at least part of your NYC trip without any out-of-pocket expense. Here are five over-the-top New York City properties you can book entirely with hotel points:

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InterContinental New York Times Square

If you have 70,000 IHG Rewards points or a free night certificate from the IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card, consider a stay at the iconic InterContinental Hotel in New York’s Time Square. This property boasts proximity to Broadway and Times Square along with luxury accommodations in an elegant setting.

Your points can be used to book a classic room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a walk-in rain shower.

Holiday Inn New York City

If you’re looking for a way to save some IHG Rewards points, definitely check out the Holiday Inn New York City near Times Square. This property will set you back just 50,000 IHG Rewards points. However, the family-friendly nature of Holiday Inn properties means that kids under 11 can stay and eat free with paid adults.

Your points will get you a basic guest room with two double beds. You also score free breakfast whether you pay with points or cash.

New York Marriott Marquis

If you’re a Marriott Rewards enthusiast, the New York Marriott Marquis property offers a lot of bang for your buck. This hotel costs only 45,000 Marriott points per night, yet it boasts a Times Square location, the only revolving restaurant in the city and a 100,000 square foot outdoor lounge.

Your points will afford you a deluxe room with a king or two queens and a marble bathroom.

Four Points by Sheraton New York Downtown

If you have the Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card from American Express, the Four Points by Sheraton New York Downtown Hotel may be ideal for your needs.

This property costs just 12,000 starpoints per night for a traditional room with a king bed. While it sits on the lower end of the price (and points) scale, the hotel's location helps it stand out. Located in the heart of New York’s financial district, it is close to Wall Street, the Federal Reserve, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Freedom Tower and numerous other New York City landmarks.

Hilton Times Square

For as little as 72,000 Hilton Honors points per night, you can also book the Hilton Times Square Hotel. While you can fork over more points for a luxurious suite, this basic room rate will get you a guest room with a queen bed, luxurious linens, a seating area and an in-room refrigerator.

The Hilton Times Square also sits on some of the city’s best real estate directly on famous 42nd street nearby Times Square, Broadway, shopping and some of the highest-rated restaurants in the world.