Dream Downtown, By Hyatt, New York

Dream Downtown, By Hyatt - A maritime-inspired boutique hotel with rooftop views, beach deck, and glass-bottom pool in Chelsea

Located between Chelsea and the Meatpacking District, this 4-star New York City hotel honors its 1960s maritime heritage with an ocean liner-inspired stainless steel façade and porthole windows. Dream Downtown features a distinctive glass-bottomed swimming pool suspended above the lobby, alongside a 5000-square-foot beach deck with 800 square feet of imported sand. The property houses multiple dining venues, including Philippe Downtown restaurant and Natura Café serving California-inspired cuisine. The PHD Rooftop Lounge offers views of the Hudson River and Empire State Building, while The Electric Room provides late-night entertainment with rock and roll soundtracks. Guest rooms combine nautical elements with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. The hotel sits 5 minutes' walk from 14th Street, providing access to the High Line park, Chelsea Piers, Hudson River Park, and numerous art galleries.

Pros

Glass-bottom Jacuzzi and garden terrace in the duplex penthouse Guest House

Natura Café partners with La Colombe for specialty coffee and cold brew

Private cabanas available at the beach deck

Under-21 guests have dedicated morning pool hours from 8:00-10:30 AM

Cons

Located 12.5 miles from LaGuardia Airport

Self-parking available only across the street at ICON Garage for $60 per day