Editorial take
Who should book Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC for a practical reason: Rooftop pool, nightlife, couples, summer trips. The name, star rating and lobby photos matter, but the real test is whether the location helps your days feel easier.
It is less compelling if you want quiet, value or a midtown base. Before booking from the UK, compare the final price after taxes and property fees, check the exact room setup and make sure your airport arrival route is not needlessly awkward.
Location and map
Where is Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC?
Ninth Avenue at West 13th Street is the heart of the Meatpacking District, at the southern end of the High Line and on the edge of the West Village.
Nearby
The High Line, the Whitney Museum, Chelsea Market, West Village restaurants and Hudson River Park.
Closest subway
14 St and Eighth Av
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC might feel special.
What it is known for
- The rooftop has a 45-foot heated pool and terrace open year round, with unobstructed views in every direction.
- The hotel opened in 2004, early enough to have contributed to the Meatpacking District's shift from industrial to fashion and nightlife.
- The rooftop also houses Saishin, an omakase counter, alongside the pool terrace.
New York moments
- The Gansevoort helped establish the template for the New York rooftop-pool hotel that many later properties copied.
On screen
- The rooftop is the hotel's signature rather than a film location.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Is the rooftop pool really open in winter?
It is heated and operates year round, which is rare in New York and a genuine draw on a winter trip. Confirm opening hours for your dates, as weather and events can close it.
Is the Meatpacking District too lively at night?
It is one of the busiest nightlife areas downtown, particularly at weekends. That is the appeal for some travellers and a reason to look at Chelsea proper for others.
Booking checklist
Check these before you reserve.
Total price
Look beyond the nightly rate. Check taxes, destination fees, breakfast and cancellation.
Room layout
For New York, room size, bathroom privacy, bed type and storage can matter more than star rating.
Arrival route
Match the hotel to your airport, luggage and arrival time, especially after an overnight UK flight.
Sources and update notes
Last updated: 17 August 2026. Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.