Downtown Brooklyn

New York
Downtown Brooklyn showing a bridge and a city
Brooklyn’s signature medley of old and new provides the backdrop to this revitalized district, where you’ll find fresh arts venues behind historic streetscapes.

Experience the lively pace of Downtown Brooklyn, a centrally located neighborhood formerly known for the towering high-rises of its business district. Today, Downtown Brooklyn has refreshed its tree-lined streets and ushered in a lively arts community. Go shopping in outdoor malls, see what’s playing at a performing arts venue or watch a sports event at a local college campus. Select from a wide range of tastes at Downtown Brooklyn’s collection of acclaimed restaurants and vendors.

Get a sense of Downtown Brooklyn’s historic architecture at Brooklyn Borough Hall, one of the borough’s oldest and most important heritage structures. Other architectural landmarks include the heritage-listed Federal Building and Post Office and towering One Hanson Place, formerly the Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower. Check out the eclectic mix of stores represented by the Fulton Street Mall. This open-air mall has a wide range of chain stores, independent boutiques and discount outlets.

Stroll along Downtown Brooklyn’s leafy thoroughfares, where pretty old brownstones line the streets. Make your way to the neighborhood’s cultural precinct to find an exciting program of daily events, shows and exhibitions. Visit the Theater for a New Audience, BRIC Arts Media House, Brooklyn Academy of Music or New York Transit Museum. Art installations, live shows and special events are regularly held at MetroTech Commons. See what’s showing at Barclays Center, which regularly hosts basketball and boxing matches.

Breathe the fresh air at Cadman Plaza Park. Walk between parks all the way from Brooklyn Borough Hall to the Brooklyn Bridge. Head to the northeastern corner of Downtown Brooklyn and Bridge Plaza to observe river and skyline views.

Taste flavors from around the world at Downtown Brooklyn’s cafés and restaurants. Visit Michelin-starred establishments or get acquainted with local vendors serving freshly made snacks.

Downtown Brooklyn is located in the northwestern section of the borough of Brooklyn. Reach the area easily via many subway and bus lines. Alternatively, stay in one of Downtown Brooklyn’s hotels and explore the neighborhood on foot.


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Downtown Brooklyn Hotel Deals

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
Fully refundable
The price is CA $289 per night from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1
CA $289
CA $398 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,094 reviews)
"Central and close to public transportation. They allowed me to check in early which was much appreciated."

Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2024

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is CA $215 per night from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25
CA $215
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,105 reviews)
"Great location staff were very helpful only issue we had was key cards would not work everytime we left the hotel we had to get the cards rebooted"

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is CA $160 per night from Mar. 21 to Mar. 22
CA $160
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
5.4/10 (4,096 reviews)
A Great Stay
"Staff were friendly and helpful, giving clear directions to help me stay an extra day. Room was quite satisfactory, the bedding and pillows soft and fluffy. A small refrigerator would be nice. Overall - a great stay."

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
Paramount Times Square
Paramount Times Square
4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $181 per night from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1
CA $181
CA $267 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,917 reviews)
"Great location and good hotel for the price. Lobby had an odd scent. But thankfully it did not carry over to the room."

Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2024

Paramount Times Square
Park Central Hotel New York
Park Central Hotel New York
4 out of 5
870 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is CA $182 per night from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25
CA $182
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,789 reviews)
"The elevator system is being replaced so expect a 10-15 minute wait for it in the morning and evening. They did open the service elevator for use but you just needed to plan accordingly. The room did not have a coffee maker as expected. No air conditioning but we were able to open windows and a fan ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

Park Central Hotel New York
Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
4 out of 5
1568 Broadway, New York, NY
The price is CA $351 per night from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25
CA $351
CA $461 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,589 reviews)
"Nice, clean, quiet, safe property with friendly and efficient staff, we had a great stay, thank you!"

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Brooklyn

The Oculus which includes outdoor art, street scenes and a city

Financial District

4.5/5(159 area reviews)

Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.

Financial District
Lovers watching sunset with Empire State Building on the background in the East River State Park in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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Williamsburg

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

Williamsburg
SoHo - Tribeca showing a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people

SoHo

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

SoHo
East Village showing street scenes, a sunset and a city

East Village

5/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors often come to East Village for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at 1 Av. Station.

East Village
Greenwich Village showing a fountain

Greenwich Village

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Travelers choose Greenwich Village for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station and check out top sights like 5th Avenue.

Greenwich Village
The High Line Park featuring a city, a garden and street scenes

Chelsea

4/5(161 area reviews)

Chelsea is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Madison Square Garden and Chelsea Hotel. See more of New York by jumping on the metro at 23 St. Station (8th Av.) or 23 St. Station (7th Av.).

Chelsea


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