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PUBLIC Hotel

New York City • Lower East Side • SPLURGE

avg. $453 / night

Includes $24 / night in cash back

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Free breakfast

Breakfast-included rate options available

Room upgrades

Complimentary room upgrades (subject to property availability)

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Early check-in and late check-out (subject to property availability)

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PB hotel design editorial

Ian Schrager's long argument with luxury — that great design should not be the exclusive territory of expense accounts — found its most direct expression when PUBLIC Hotel opened on the Lower East Side in 2017. Designed by Herzog & de Meuron, the 367-room, 26-storey tower rises from Chrystie Street in board-formed concrete, its facade carrying the raw texture visible in the images through to the exposed ceilings inside every room. The exterior streetscape is dense with uplit hornbeam trees and clipped hedging that form a green wall along the pavement, giving the entrance a quality closer to a Manhattan garden than a hotel drop-off. Inside, the interiors split between two registers. Standard rooms are spare and warm — light ash wood cladding wraps walls and ceilings in a continuous timber shell, broken by the bare concrete soffit above and a marble-topped Saarinen-style side table below. Suites push toward something more atmospheric: amber candlelight, dark walnut headboard panels, a gilded baroque mirror set against stripped plaster. The rooftop bar frames the Empire State Building through a latticed bamboo canopy threaded with ivy, while the ground-floor bar beneath a suspended garden of hanging ferns — its backlit shelves stacked with vibrantly coloured infusion bottles — carries the theatrical instinct Schrager has applied to public spaces since his Studio 54 days, now channelled through the material rigour of one of architecture's most disciplined practices.

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Refined, sophisticated, smart and simple, yet flamboyant and provocative, all at the same time. Our universally appealing guest rooms & hotel are thoughtfully designed, down to every last finish and detail, with distinct zones for sleeping, relaxing, working and entertaining.

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Free Internet

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Pets Allowed

Wifi

Public Wifi

Free Wifi

PUBLIC Hotel Reviews

2,518 reviews

"I’m here for a month and my stay is coming to an end. The staff have been so welcoming and helpful. Especially Leilani, Director of Experience. My room has a beautiful city view and is quite peaceful. In the morning I enjoy the complimentary coffee and wellness classes. The location is in the heart of the Lower East Side. The hotel is a perfect balance of socializing, privacy, energy and calm. Highly recommend!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 18, 2026

"I took my nine girls to Public Hotel for my bachelorette on Friday, and we had the best experience. Our host, Zach, truly went above and beyond to make the night feel special. The club itself is beautiful—such an amazing atmosphere—and everything was seamless from start to finish. Zach made sure everyone had what they needed and really took the extra step to make such an important moment in my life feel unforgettable. I’m so grateful for the experience and already can’t wait to come back. I’ll absolutely be recommending Public to all my friends for future celebrations. If you’re looking for great vibes, incredible music, and a night you won’t forget—this is the place."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 15, 2026

"I've had nothing but amazing experiences at PUBLIC every time I've stayed. I travel to NYC quite frequently and having a place that truly feels like a home away from home makes it such a delight. The little touches that make me feel like more than just a run-of-the-mill hotel guest are fantastic. I've reached out a few times requesting certain views (the inspiration helps with the tedious, yet creative work that I do!), and the staff has always been accommodating when possible. I can't imagine staying anywhere else when I visit, and knowing I'm seen there makes that decision even easier."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 15, 2026

"Had such an amazing time at Public; such a perfect spot for our bachelorette party! We started with drinks at TwoFifteen then the Roof and ARTSPACE. Each spot was unique and so fun! The disco ball ceiling at Artspace was a dream, and Zach the GM took such great care of us we had an absolute blast 😍 Will definitely be recommending Public to any of my friends visiting NY and will absolutely be back!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 14, 2026

"We had the most incredible time celebrating our bride to be with a big group of nine girls here! Every space offered a unique vibe and made the night feel extra special. We started at TwoFifteen, which was the perfect lounge to kick off the evening off with bottle service, a relaxed atmosphere and good music! From there, we headed up to THE ROOF, and the views were absolutely stunning—such a magical setting to celebrate with friends and champagne! .We ended the night at ARTSPACE, where the energy was unmatched and the music kept us dancing all night long. The staff was attentive, welcoming, and made sure everything ran seamlessly. A special thank you to Zach, the general manager, for helping create such a memorable experience for our group. The team truly went above and beyond. Highly recommend for anyone planning a celebration or special night out. Don’t forget to take lots of photos—every corner is picture-perfect!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 14, 2026

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