Editorial take
Who should book MADE Hotel?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist MADE Hotel for a practical reason: Couples, design, rooftop bars, restaurants. 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 need family rooms, hotel facilities or budget rates. 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 MADE Hotel?
West 29th Street is in the middle of NoMad, walkable to Madison Square Park, Koreatown and Herald Square, with plenty of restaurants within a few blocks.
Nearby
Madison Square Park, the Empire State Building, Koreatown, the Flatiron Building and Eataly.
Closest subway
28 St and 34 St-Herald Sq
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why MADE Hotel might feel special.
What it is known for
- Good Behavior, the hotel's 18th-floor bar, serves tiki-influenced drinks with panoramic views across Manhattan.
- Some rooms have private terraces, which is unusual for a boutique hotel at this size and price.
- The ground floor holds Ferris restaurant and the coffee shop Paper, both of which trade with locals rather than only hotel guests.
New York moments
- MADE is part of the wave of small independent hotels that followed the Ace into NoMad.
On screen
- The rooftop bar is the hotel's public face rather than any screen credit.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Is Good Behavior open to non-guests?
It operates as a destination bar as well as a hotel amenity, so it can be busy in the evening. Guests generally get access, but check whether it is closed for private events during your stay.
Is NoMad a good area for a first trip?
It is one of the better choices for travellers who want central access with a real neighbourhood feel. It is calmer than Times Square and strong for restaurants.
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.