Since opening its doors in 2004, Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC has maintained its status as the resident neighborhood cool kid in the ever-chic, Chelsea-adjacent Meatpacking District. Following a multiyear, $40-million sprucing up in 2021, the hotel debuted refreshed guest rooms, a refurbished rooftop and a private membership club in late 2024, solidifying its spot as one of the best hotels in New York City.
Here’s what we love about it — and how you can book this hotel using credit card points.
Related: Our favorite Mr & Mrs Smith hotels to book using Hyatt points
What it’s like staying at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC
With its cheerful pink-and-white striped umbrellas and an entrance shrouded in lush greenery — a rarity in New York City, but an element that lends the hotel its sense of effortless cool — Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC sits just a stone’s throw from major Chelsea attractions like the buzzy High Line, Chelsea Market, the Whitney Museum of American Art and dozens of high-end shops.
Checking into this hotel was a swift affair, as I was greeted at the sleek black marble front desk by two friendly attendants who had me settled and headed toward my room in under five minutes. Throughout my two-day stay, I never found the relatively small lobby crowded, which was a surprise, given the location.
Cost of Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC — and how to book it
Rates at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC start as low as $418 but can climb to well over $1,000 during popular months like September and October. While the property is not part of a major hotel loyalty program, it is part of Mr & Mrs Smith, which has a partnership with Hyatt.
However, this particular hotel is not currently bookable using Hyatt points, but we hope that will change in the future. If you do choose to book through the Mr & Mrs Smith website, you can enjoy a welcome treat, plus the $35 resort fee will be waived.
Though you can’t book this hotel with Hyatt points, you can book it through certain credit card travel portals.
Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC is a member of American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts, so those holding The Platinum Card® from American Express or The Business Platinum Card® from American Express who make a booking through amextravel.com can enjoy benefits like complimentary daily breakfast for two, room upgrades based on availability, a $100 on-property credit to use during their stay and guaranteed late checkout.
Daily Newsletter
Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter
Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s experts
You can redeem your American Express Membership Rewards points at 1 cent apiece.
The hotel is also part of The Edit from Chase Travel℠. If you hold the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) or the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠(see rates and fees) and book your stay using Chase Travel, you can enjoy premium perks like included daily breakfast for two, availability-based room upgrades, availability-based early check-in and late checkout, a $100 property credit and even a welcome gift.
Since this property is also part of Chase’s Points Boost, if you are a Sapphire Reserve cardholder, you can redeem your Chase Ultimate Rewards points at this hotel for 2 cents per point.
Rooms at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC
There are 186 guest rooms at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC, ranging in room type from entry-level superior rooms and terrace queen or king rooms to deluxe rooms and luxurious suites, the latter of which there are 23, including the aspirational Poliform-designed penthouse suite.
As soon as I stepped off the elevator after check-in, it was clear to me that the hotel strives to bring the distinct characteristics of Manhattan’s Meatpacking District into the guest rooms. Expect loftlike vibes, cool blue and gray hues reminiscent of the Hudson River and plenty of room for fun in the form of stylish pops of color and modern art.
My 300-square-foot deluxe room certainly felt spacious by New York City standards. I arrived just as Manhattan was entering golden hour, and through my Hudson River-facing bay window — my favorite feature of the room — I caught a glimpse of not only the river but the beginnings of a beautiful sunset, which cast a warm light across the room, accentuating the lovely, rich mahogany furniture.
1 of 4
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
The room featured a comfortable queen bed with soft white linens underneath a stunning wooden headboard. Matching bedside tables were on either side, with sleek lamps and plenty of outlets.
Alongside the room’s south wall was a leather-topped work desk (which had a lamp and a cordless phone) situated underneath a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. Below the desk was a fully stocked minibar. One of the coolest features in the room was the Lululemon Studio Mirror, which means in-room workouts couldn’t be easier … though there is an on-site gym (more on that below).
Across the room and nestled into the beautiful river-facing bay window was a comfortable couch that could convert into a full-size pullout bed, a simple glass coffee table and a leather sitting chair — altogether creating a peaceful, idyllic nook for enjoying morning coffee or a nightcap while watching the city go by.
1 of 3
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
Throughout the space, I appreciated subtle details reminiscent of the hotel’s art-centric neighborhood, like pop art-style throw pillows, Marshall speakers and a Banksy coffee table book.
The small but functional white tiled bathroom featured a bouquet of cheerful zinnias, plenty of counter space, fluffy towels and a bathrobe, refreshing Grown Alchemist bath products and a shower with both a rainfall fixture and a hand-held wand.
1 of 3
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
Overall, I found the room to be very comfortable and thoughtfully designed, pared back with playful touches, though it was that bay window — and the unbeatable view that came with it — that made it hard to leave the room.
What I ate at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC
At Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC, there are four dining outlets: Le Coin, Saishin, Coffee + Cocktails and Gansevoort Rooftop.
Coffee + Cocktails
I sat for breakfast at Coffee + Cocktails, which offers both indoor seating (located off the lobby to the right of the hotel’s primary entrance) and covered patio seating, plus major European coffee shop vibes. There are several menus available throughout the day, including breakfast, an all-day menu, apero, cocktails, Champagne and wine, and a happy hour menu. Here, I enjoyed an expertly crafted cappuccino ($7), a flaky almond croissant ($5) and a fresh, fruit-forward acai bowl ($18).
While I didn’t get the chance to sit for cocktails here, I would recommend doing so — and outside, if you can snag a spot (there was a consistent line both days of my stay, so best to make a reservation ahead).
Le Coin
The colorful, vibey Le Coin, with its unmissable pink-and-green-stripe motif, sits prettily on the hotel’s ground floor at the corner of 13th Street and Ninth Avenue. With lunch and dinner menus inspired by both traditional Parisian cuisine and that of coastal France, guests can enjoy their meal indoors (and surrounded by art handpicked by Leica Gallery LA’s director, Paris Chong) or outside, front and center to the cobblestones and beneath bistro-style umbrellas.
1 of 4
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
Dinner here was delicious and classically French, from the East Coast oysters served with a crisp, shallot-forward mignonette ($21) to the New York strip ($43), with its rich bordelaise and a potato gratin I won’t soon forget.
1 of 4
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
The cocktails were equally divine, and I highly recommend the effervescent Le Coin Speciale ($22), concocted from Belvedere, St. Germain, grapefruit juice and prosecco.
Saishin
With the option for either 14 or 19 courses, Saishin brings the art of omakase to the hotel’s rooftop. Guests can enjoy fresh sushi prepared in front of them at the chef’s counter or choose from an a la carte otsumami, hot entree and sushi menu at dining tables.
Gansevoort Rooftop
1 of 3
ELLIE NAN STORCK/THE POINTS GUY
Elevated European cuisine paired with panoramic views of Manhattan is what guests will find on offer at the loft-style Gansevoort Rooftop restaurant, with its blush pink bar, hardwood floors and 10-foot olive tree as the star of the show. A rotating seasonal menu crafted from fresh ingredients is served alongside craft cocktails and a robust wine and Champagne program.
Amenities and things to do
Of course, when in New York City, it may seem silly to stay inside one’s hotel. But if home is where the heart is, and Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC is home, trust that there is plenty to keep you busy and entertained right on-site or between city adventures.
- Guests have access to a 24-hour gym, featuring Peloton bikes, the Lululemon Studio Mirror, plenty of free weights, cardio machines (treadmills, ellipticals, stair steppers and a rowing machine) and a sauna.
- The hotel’s heated, 45-foot outdoor rooftop pool is perhaps the biggest draw for many; it’s certainly a place to see (and swim) and be seen year-round (open exclusively to guests and Seven24 members — more on that below). With poolside sun loungers and full food-and-drink service, it’s hard to beat the vibes and views of this rooftop oasis.
Inside tips for staying at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC
- Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC is unique in many ways, but what really sets it apart is that it’s home to one of Manhattan’s premier members-only clubs, Seven24 Collective. Those who join (you can apply for membership here) get to enjoy not only the hotel’s rooftop pool but also the exclusive Cafe & Study, as well as Dimes, a ’70s-inspired speakeasy featuring its very own karaoke room and a bowling alley.
- The hotel is known for its standout and carefully curated art collection, with original works from artists like Banksy and Richard Hambleton on display throughout the property. Have a look at the hotel’s website for more information on current art programming and to learn about the current featured artist.
- Those traveling with dogs can look forward to complimentary in-room pet amenities like water bowls, a dog bed and a potty pad. The guest services team can even arrange dog-walking and dog-sitting services through the hotel’s partner, Hound Honey.
Accessibility
Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC has a fully accessible main entrance with an automatic button to open the door.
Those with accessibility needs can book one of the 10 ​​accessible superior queen rooms. These rooms feature wheelchair-width doorways, lever door handles, grab bars near the toilets and roll-in showers with grab bars and benches.
Additionally, the rooftop pool features a pool lift and handrails for entrance assistance. There is an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant service counter available at check-in and an ADA-compliant bar counter at the rooftop bar. All the hotel’s restaurants can accommodate guests using wheelchairs.
Bottom line
Whether you’re specifically in search of a hotel in the Meatpacking District or just want reliably comfortable, elevated accommodations in New York City, you simply can’t go wrong with a stay at Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC, which has managed to stay hip for over two decades. And with its recent refresh, several delicious on-site menus and what’s sure to be the coolest rooftop scene in Lower Manhattan, this hotel stands out from the crowd. It is refreshingly unfussy yet full of character, just like the neighborhood it calls home.
Related reading:
