11 Howard
11 Howard St., New York, N.Y.
(212) 235-1111
Cost: $271-$389.
Drive time: 2 hours.
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The scoop: From the Alexander Calder mobile in the lobby to the paintings, sculptures and custom-made Scandinavian furniture in the public spaces and guestrooms, this is an art-centric hotel, perfect for New York’s artsy SoHo district. Opened in April, it offers airy accommodations with 11-foot-high ceilings and oversized windows.
Amenities: Visit Stephen Starr’s new French-meets-New York restaurant, Le Coucou. For cocktails and dancing, try The Blond.
Don’t miss: Take a self-guided art tour of SoHo, home to more than 20 galleries. Be sure to reserve time to visit the New Museum of Contemporary Art.
