Public New York

Spread over the fourth–seventh floors of the hotel, these rooms (205sq ft each) are cleverly designed to maximise space: the queen-size bed is set in an alcove with a floor-to-ceiling view over the city and a large flatscreen TV set in the ideal browsing position (it’s equipped with Netflix for chill-out sessions). An ensuite bathroom has an amber-glass-walled rain shower, and each room has an iPod dock, Bose wireless Bluetooth speaker, free WiFi, a minibar with free bottled water, temperature and lighting controls and house-brand toiletries. On request, one baby cot can be added to this room.

Set on the 8th and 11th floors, each of these 205sq ft rooms have a queen-size bed set in a wooden alcove; at its foot is a 50-inch flatscreen (with Netflix and compatible with guests’ iProducts). The ensuite bathroom has an amber-glass-walled rain shower, and the space is surprisingly well-equipped for mood-setting: light controls go as low as ‘candlelight’ and an iPod dock with Bluetooth speaker are set for blasting your most romantic playlist. There’s super-fast WiFi, touch-enabled curtains and free bottled water in a personal cooler: all you need for a fleeting NYC break. On request, one baby cot can be added to this room.

All you need do to see Manhattan’s famed skyline is roll over in these cleverly designed rooms (205sq ft), positioned between the 12th and 16th floors. The queen-size bed is set in an alcove next to a wall of (soundproofed) windows; at the bed’s foot is a 50-inch TV, with Netflix, so you can alternate between the cityscape and current, must-watch shows. The ensuite bathroom has an amber-glass-walled rain shower, and rooms are remarkably tech-savvy; guests have an iPod dock and Bose wireless Bluetooth speaker, super-speedy WiFi, and lighting and temperature controls to play with. Rooms also have free bottled water in a cooler. On request, one baby cot can be added to this room.

Located on the third to seventh floors, views may differ from these 474sq ft suites, but sleek modern furnishings and generous space more than make up for it. There's a king-size bed alongside floor-to-ceiling windows, two bathrooms with a shower or bath tub, and a living, dining and work area. All suites have free WiFi, two 50-inch TVs with Apple Airplay, two Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled blackout blinds, Keurig coffee machine (on request), midnight bar, access to the roof and guaranteed reservations at Popular and Catina & Pisco Bar.

Located on the eighth to sixteenth floors, views may differ from these 474sq ft suites, but sleek modern furnishings and generous space more than make up for it. There's two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed alongside floor-to-ceiling windows, and one with a queen-sized bed, two bathrooms with a shower or bath tub, and a living, dining and work area. All suites have free WiFi, two 50-inch TVs with Apple Airplay, two Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speakers, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled blackout blinds, Keurig coffee machine (on request), midnight bar, access to the roof and guaranteed reservations at Popular and Catina & Pisco Bar.

These east-facing rooms are on the third through seventh floors of the hotel and have floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Chrystie and Sara Roosevelt Park. Each 220sq ft room has two large twin beds, a breakfast table and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. All rooms have free WiFi, a flatscreen smart TV with Apple TV, and a Bose Bluetooth speaker. There’s free bottled water at check-in and coffee-making kit can be provided on request.

Park or city view is your tough choice when it comes to these sleek rooms on Public’s upper floors. Whichever you pick, you’re assured a comfortable stay, with a soft king-size bed a dining area, and a cache of cool tech extras: a 50-inch flatscreen with Apple TV and Netflix, an iPod dock, wireless Bluetooth speaker, speedy WiFi, lighting controls and curtains that swish open and closed at a touch. The 220sq ft of space also includes a bathroom with a walk-in rain shower. On request, one baby cot can be added to this room.

New York has a rep for being large in personality, small in hotel rooms; however, these lofts offer 350sq ft of space; this comprises of a bed in a cosy wooden alcove – just next to the window wall overlooking Manhattan – dining and seating areas, a separate dressing area, and a bathroom with a walk-in rain shower. These well-appointed hideaways are impressively up-to-date with the speediest of WiFi, an iPod dock and Bluetooth, wireless speaker and a large flatscreen with Apple TV and Netflix. There’s also free bottled water in a mini fridge and bespoke toiletries. On request, this room can fit one baby cot, and share a common hallway with a Queen Room that can be keyed off to create a separate space.

These 350sq ft lofts have park views from their third- to seventh-floor vantage points. Each sleek space has been designed to maximise space: the bed is set in an alcove by the window wall (as is the 50-inch flatscreen TV with a wealth of viewing options), an open-plan design allows for living and dining areas, and there’s a separate dressing room. Those who like to fiddle with buttons and connect with everything in the room will be thrilled to find an interactive TV, super-fast WiFi, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled curtains, plentiful USB ports and an iPod dock with a wireless Bluetooth Bose speaker. There’s also an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, a mini fridge with free bottled water, and a custom toiletries. On request, this room can fit one baby cot, and in combination with a Queen Room can be made into a mini apartment.

Offering a sort of ‘at a glance’ sightseeing tour of the city, this 350sq ft loft has a view over Manhattan, encompassing the city and park. Each sleek space has been designed to maximise space: the bed is set in an alcove by the window wall (as is the 50-inch flatscreen TV with a wealth of viewing options), an open-plan design allows for living and dining areas, and there’s a separate dressing room. Those who like to fiddle with buttons and connect with everything in the room will be thrilled to find an interactive TV, super-fast WiFi, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled curtains, plentiful USB ports and an iPod dock with a wireless Bluetooth Bose speaker. There’s also an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, a mini fridge with free bottled water, and a custom toiletries. On request, this room can fit one baby cot, and in combination with a Queen Room can be made into a mini apartment.

Reclined across part of the 16th floor, this 800sq ft suite delivers sweeping views of the city that include the Freedom Tower and several bridges. The spacious living area is geared towards entertaining, with lounge chairs, sofas and a dining table with seating for eight; there’s also a guest bathroom off to the side. The bedroom has a king-size bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bath tub big enough for two, a walk-in rain shower and custom toiletries. Those who like to fiddle with buttons and connect with everything in the room will be thrilled to find a 65” interactive TV with Apple Airplay, super-fast WiFi, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled curtains, plentiful USB ports and an iPod dock with a wireless Bluetooth Bose speaker.

Found on the 14th and 15th floors of the hotel, these suites have floor-to-ceiling windows affording sweeping views of the city's skyline. The spacious living area is geared towards entertaining, with two sofas and a dining table with seating for eight; there’s also a guest bathroom off to the side. The bedroom has a king-size bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bath tub big enough for two, a walk-in rain shower and custom toiletries. Those who like to feel connected to everything in the room will delight in the 65” interactive TV with Apple Airplay, super-fast WiFi, lighting and temperature controls, touch-controlled curtains, plentiful USB ports and an iPod dock with a wireless Bluetooth Bose speaker.

These 220sq ft are set on floors three to seven, with views of the park. Each is incredibly well-appointed when it comes to tech-y extras: the WiFi is faster than a New York minute, the 50-inch flatscreen has Apple TV and Netflix, lighting controls range from work-ready to ‘let’s get it on’ candlelight, and an iPod dock and Bose wireless, Bluetooth speaker let you set the musical mood. There’s no city view, but rooms are comfy, kitted out with a king-size bed, a dining area, and an ensuite bathroom with a rain shower or bath tub with an overhead shower.