Family Travel

This NYC Hotel Has the Family Suites You Are Looking For

These rooms don't skimp on space.

By Kate Loweth April 12, 2024

Meliá Hotels International

Whether you are looking to check out the Guggenheim, see a show on Broadway, or take a walk through Central Park, a visit to New York City is something that all families should experience. When looking for a New York hotel for families, you’ll find that space is at a premium and most properties only offer small, cramped rooms that aren’t particularly suited for traveling with kids. A family suite is the only option when you need a spot for you to hang out while your toddler naps. We recently stayed at INNSiDE New York NoMad and their family suites are the perfect option for families visiting New York. Here’s the full scoop on what you can expect when you stay there:

The Family Loft at INNSiDE New York NoMad

When traveling with family, space is at a premium. You have luggage and backpacks and strollers to deal with and they can easily take over your hotel room. That’s why the family loft at INNSiDE New York NoMad is so perfect. You’ll get two adjoining rooms with a king-sized bed and a queen-sized bed, plus two bathrooms (which are KEY in our opinion). Best of all, you’ll have space for a crib and all the kid gear you’ve brought with you.

Having two rooms means your toddler can nap in one room while you watch TV or read a book in the other room. The property also offers other layouts with dedicated living rooms and a balcony with city views.

Even the standard-sized rooms at INNSiDE New York NoMad are quite spacious compared to other New York hotels we’ve visited. All rooms have a mini fridge, coffee maker, and yoga mat. The organizational features of the bathroom made it easy to keep toiletries off the countertop so things didn’t get too cluttered.

Amenities at INNSiDE New York NoMad

When you enter the hotel lobby, you’ll find the entrance to The Wilson, a restaurant offering everything from New England clam chowder to Brussels sprouts tacos and mac n’ cheese. You’ll get a kick out of the options on the kids’ menu that include “I don’t know” (pancakes with berries and syrup) and “I’m not hungry” (chicken fingers). There’s even a dog menu for your four-legged friends.

It’s easy to pop down and grab some eats to enjoy in the property’s outdoor Rose Garden when the weather cooperates or order up some room service after a long day. Be sure to take a look at all the Wilson references throughout the restaurant, including the famous volleyball!

INNSiDE New York NoMad also has a 24-hour fitness center with stunning city views and colorful meeting rooms for when you need a group gathering space. The weekend we were there brought a DJ to the lobby for a fun and festive vibe.

The Location

When visiting New York with your kids, it’s super convenient to stay at a hotel that’s close to the subway and other tourist destinations. New York is a very walkable city and you’ll want to take advantage of that when you visit.

INNSiDE New York NoMad is only a few blocks from Penn Station, making it a great option for those flying into Newark and taking NJ Transit to the city. It’s about a 15-minute walk to the Empire State Building and 20 minutes from Times Square. Just past Times Square, you’ll find all the Broadway theaters and lots of dining options. Keep going just a bit more and you’ll be at Central Park.

While all these spots are definitely walkable with (willing) kids, you can also hop on the subway if you want to experience that part of New York. There’s a subway station for the 1 Train a block away that will take you south to the World Trade Center, north to Central Park, and beyond.