When visiting New York, The New York Life Building has to be high on your list of things to see. It's renowned for a reason, so be sure to go and see what all the fuss is about. It isn't every day you find yourself so close to something so special.

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Click to book Sand Tropez now: from £1150 per night This is a spacious and gracious apartment in the heart of the West Village. You'll be wonderfully close to the Hudson River in a quiet and serene nook of the city - but never too far from the action. While this isn't the most characterful home on our books, it boasts a great kitchen, open living area and artful yet effortless design that'll suit all sorts of guests. Sleeps up to 4 | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms

Click to book Black Brick Road now: from £250 per night Hudson Yards is a bustling part of Midtown with dozens of restaurants and attractions. And this apartment is conveniently located in the centre of it all. Plus, you're less than a 10-minute walk to Penn Station, Madison Square Garden and Javits. While the interiors are quite basic, you have everything you may need for a comfortable stay in the city. We especially love the bare-brick walls and communal roof terrace. Sleeps up to 6 | 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom

Click to book Blue Orchid now: from £204 per night Blue Orchid is a two bedroom apartment located in Murray Hill, in Midtown Manhattan. It probably won't win any prizes for character - it's been designed specifically for rental purposes - but it's fresh, bright and tastefully decorated throughout. It's got its own small terrace from which you can enjoy the fabulous views and a larger shared terrace on the roof of the building. Sleeps up to 2 | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

Click to book Checkerboard Dreams now: from £391 per night With its characterful vintage townhouses, proximity to cultural hotspots such as the New York Public Library, and an overall slower pace of life, it's easy to see why Murray Hill is fast becoming a magnet for edgy graduates, trendy young professionals, and families. And you'll immediately want to join them once you've stayed at this rare Manhattan gem perched near the East River and just an eight-minute walk from Grand Central station. Design-wise, it's certainly pleasing to the eye. Crisp white walls are punctuated with cheerful splashes of burnt orange and a beautiful wooden chequerboard floor throughout creates a nice zen-like flow between the rooms. But the highlight for us isn't the chic interior, nor even the private balcony with scenic river views, it's the building's gorgeous glass-panelled swimming pool with its intricately mosaicked floor. On the rare days you don't make it to the pool (or the on-site gym), there's more than enough space for living room yoga on that stylish, striped rug. If you fancy upping the relaxation, there's nowhere better than the sun-drenched roof deck with its comfortable seating areas and stunning views of the Empire State Building. However, there's a large communal lounge too should the weather take a turn. Sleeps up to 4 | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms

Click to book The Peach now: from £199 per night The Peach has been newly renovated and great care has gone into ensuring a comfortable stay (we're looking specifically at that rainfall shower!) This home has impressively squeezed a full kitchen, plus all the amenities you'll need, into a very small space without making it feel too cramped. Better yet, you're situated in Gramercy, a tree-lined neighbourhood with a distinct small-town feel in a super central location, it's no wonder so many A-listers call this part of Manhattan home. Join them in trying the many great restaurants and bars in this chic area. Sleeps up to 2 | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

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