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New york Accommodation: 3 bedroom rental in the Upper West Side (NY-9161)

New York’s Upper West Side is flanked by the Hudson River and Central Park on its sides and by Midtown to its south and Harlem to its north. Home to Central Park West, Broadway and myriad brownstone residences, the Upper West Side truly New York, filled with typical New York Cafes, bagel shops, Museums and music venues. Here are some tips about the neighborhood.

Upper West Siders consider themselves less stuffy than their neighbors to the east and more refined than those to the north and south. Despite being smack dab in the middle of the New York Metropolis the Upper West Side is largely residential and maintains a neighborhood feel. Travelers looking to stay within a short walk of the park, river and opera house need not look further than New York Habitat’s Upper West Side accommodations.

Like we said, Upper West Siders are a refined bunch. They like to eat well, drink well and be entertained without leaving the neighborhood. Charming sidewalk cafes are a staple in the neighborhood and during the summer there isn’t a better place to have a drink. The neighborhood forgoes jam-packed dive bars and instead is entertained by the fine arts of ballet, symphony and the opera. Lincoln Center, Beacon Theater, the New York Philharmonic and the New York City Opera all call the Upper West Side home. Also on the Upper West Side is the American Museum of Natural History, one of the oldest and best natural history museums in the United States.

Celebrities have always had a thing for the neighborhood–Seinfeld’s fictional cast of characters lived here as did John Lennon, who was tragically killed outside of the famed Dakota building. The real star of the neighborhood though, is its geography. Central Park is unquestionably one of the world’s finest urban parks and is never more than a few blocks away from anywhere in the quarter. And to the West is the famed Hudson river and adjacent Riverside Park.  

New York Accommodation: 2 Bedroom Rental in Upper West Side (NY-4177)

At the northern end of the park, just off of Broadway, is this open 3-bedroom rental accommodation in Upper West Side (NY-9161). A bit further south on 75th street is this 2-bedroom rental apartment in Upper West Side (NY-4177). And for a touch of Old New York check out this 1-bedroom vacation rental (NY-12483) in an Upper West Side townhouse, outfitted with exposed brick, a fireplace and heaps of New York charm.

Staying on the Upper West Side is a romantic New-York experience and an essential part of any visit to the Big Apple. 

More on the Upper West Side:

Guide to Upper West Side Furnished Apartment Rentals

The rich cultural history of the Upper West Side is one of its most distinguishable characteristics. As the home to numerous historical institutions, classic apartments and some the city’s most prestigious universities, the Upper West is one of the most popular residential neighborhoods in Manhattan.

The Upper West Side stretches from 59th Street to the south, lined by Central Park to the east and bound by the Hudson River to the west. Once a shipping, transporting and manufacturing corridor, the Upper West Side soon attracted a diverse, eclectic mix of peoples as cityscape grew and developed.

Some of Manhattan’s most notable residential streets and avenues intersect within the Upper West Side. Riverside Drive, West End Avenue, Broadway, Amsterdam Avenue, Columbus Avenue and Central Park West serve as the setting for some of the most recognizable scenes in movies and TV shows. Due to the pre-War architecture, colorful community and rich culture life, movie and television film crews are no strangers to the Upper West Side.

Museum of Natural History: New York City picture

Restaurants featured in TV shows and movies are mostly found along Amsterdam Avenue which is home to various unique restaurants, bars, cafes and bodegas. H&H Bagels, known for its affiliation with Seinfeld, is at 80th Street and Broadway. Gray’s Papaya, a hot dog and juice stand frequented by Carrie and the Sex and City gang, stands at 72nd Street and Broadway.

As the city’s most popular filming destination, it’s no surprise for two major broadcasting companies have headquarters in the Upper West Side. Time Warner Center, at Columbus Circle, and the American Broadcasting Company, at Lincoln Square, house studios for regular tapings of various television programs.

In addition, some of the City’s most famous and prestigious universities have campuses located in the boundaries of the Upper West Side. Columbia University, Fordham University and Barnard College bring an air academia to the neighborhood as it serves home to many professors and students.

Cultural institutions also attract people to the Upper West Side from all over Manhattan. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, located between 61st and 66th Streets on Broadway, is home to the New York State Theatre, the New York City Ballet, the New York City Opera, the Metropolitan Opera House, and the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition, the American Museum of Natural History, the New York Historical Society, and the Children’s Museum of Manhattan are all located in the Upper West.

New York Accommodation: 1 bedroom rental in the Upper West Side (NY-12157)

If looking for accommodations in the Upper West Side, New York Habitat has much to offer for either a short vacation or an extended stay. This studio accommodation in Upper West Side (NY-12090), located at 75th Street between Riverside Drive and West End Avenue, is situated in a picturesque Brownstone and can hold up to four guests. Another option is this one-bedroom rental in Upper West Side (NY-12157), on Riverside Drive between 69th and 70th Streets, is in a luxury high-rise building overlooking the Hudson River. Or if looking for something for a longer visit, consider this studio apartment in Upper West Side (NY-11024), on 73rd Street between Broadway and West End Avenue, is housed within a high-rise complex complete with on-site laundry and work-out facilities.

Other West Side Manhattan neighborhoods:

• Chelsea Accommodations
• Hell’s Kitchen / Clinton Apartments
• Rentals in Morningside Heights

Ever stayed or lived in the Upper West Side? We’d like to hear about the unique and unknown neighborhood hot spots! Please leave recommendations for restaurants and nightlife in the comment section below!

Last week, the New York Times published an article on the wonders of West 81st Street (between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues) in their Streetscapes Section (“A Roller-Coaster Ride of Styles”) .

They invite us to discover a “memorable block” that combines a variety of colors and architectural styles that are certainly worth discovering. All house fronts differ and no house is similar to its neighbors. Strolling down the street will have the curious eye wondering about numerous details such as basket balconies, keystones, angled bay windows with ornate framings, gardens, and so much more. All this in a variety of colors as if to better fit the street’s capricious topography.

So if you are planning a stay in New York, why not include West 81st Street on your “must visit” list?

This unique neighborhood features many interesting apartments with in a short walk. If you are thinking of coming to New York and want to stay in a diverse architectural neighborhood then consider some of these apartments that are with in a short walk from West 81st Street.

• One Bedroom - Upper West Side (Ref #7620)
• Two bedroom / one bathroom apartment - Upper West Side (Ref #11931)
• Furnished bedroom with private bathroom - Upper West Side (Ref #9403)