The Standard High Line, New York
The Standard, High Line is an architectural standout in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District. Designed by Ennead Architects and completed in 2009, the 18-story structure is famously elevated 57 feet above the ground on massive concrete piers. This daring design allows the public High Line park to pass directly beneath the hotel, creating a seamless connection between the building and the city’s historic elevated rail infrastructure.
The building is composed of two “hinged” concrete slabs, an intentional choice that provides every one of its 338 rooms with unobstructed, panoramic views of the Hudson River or the iconic New York City skyline. Inside, the hotel embraces a modern, transparent aesthetic, replacing traditional heavy walls with floor-to-ceiling glass that blurs the line between private guest spaces and the bustling streets below.
Beyond its striking silhouette, the hotel serves as a neighborhood hub. The ground level features a lively, open-air Biergarten tucked right beneath the High Line tracks, and an expansive public plaza. On the top floor, the rooftop discothèque, Le Bain, is a well-known nightlife destination that offers some of the most impressive sunset views in the city.
The hotel is perfectly positioned for explorers, sitting just steps away from the Whitney Museum of American Art and the vibrant food stalls of Chelsea Market. Whether you are strolling through the nearby Little Island park or browsing the contemporary galleries of West Chelsea, you are firmly at the center of one of New York’s most creative and dynamic corridors.
Expert reviews
“If aesthetics are a requisite, The Standard, High Line — situated directly above a stretch of old elevated railway now known as High Line Park — is a best of New York City landmark in Manhattan’s most model-intensive neighborhood.”
“André Balazs’s architectural statement on the West Side has always been one of New York’s hottest hotels. The Standard earns much of the buzz on its own with some of the most exquisite views in town and an authentic beer garden.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in New York.
What guests liked
- Great views
- Friendly staff
- Boutique style
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
Location
Recent guest reviews
3 November 2025
Hotel stay in the best part of town now, close to Chelsea and the village.
great window views, clean , neat, perfect for one person
Could hear the disco at night on the 15th floor - but not too awful . Just warn guests. Also bath tub did not stop up for a bath.
3 November 2025
Great stay. Although a small room for three everything was fine.
Location is great. Close to the metro. With many interesting places t visit nearby. The room is ok, but small as many others in NY. The restaurant is amazingly good. The staff is friendly.
During our first night we were in the 16th floor, literally unable to sleep until 4 am because of the noise coming from the night club. The person in the reception told us that she warned me but I couldn't imagine that the noise would be so loud. In an way she implied that it was kind of "my mistake" not to have paid attention to her comment.
24 October 2025
Fabulous hotel, and location. The standard grill and biergarten were also great.
The Staff were so friendly and helpful. The shower was amazing. The water pressure and water temperature were perfect. The bed was so comfortable and sheets were soft.
The rooms were small and no where to put clothes, unless to hang them. Not enough outlets in the room. And the hall where the elevator is, is too dark. Can’t see.
17 October 2025
Excellent stay - Flexible and friendly staff - Will come again
Location and staff
Standard room equipment - need a refresh - wood furniture
1 October 2025
Pleasant
Location was unbeatable. Breakfast was excellent. There was even paid parking next door.
The noise from the bar upstairs even on the 12th floor.
19 September 2025
Wonderful stay at the Standard!
The location of the hotel is simply superb. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and really added to our stay, particularly Brent at the front desk who really went above and beyond to make our boys feel very special.
The rooms are small, but clean and quiet and incredible views!
17 September 2025
Probably will never stay anywhere else in NYC!
view is amazing and the location is wonderful. Bed is comfortable and the room feels open and spacious even though it is small. Big bonus--bathtub!!!
12 September 2025
Pleasant
The style of the room was almost art deco, which was nice. I liked that there was a loudspeaker.
I don't understand why the room was so expensive. The view from my room was also underwhelming.
5 September 2025
Great location, good brand hotel. Would stay again
Great room, although we had to move furniture around a little to fit our cases in.
The lift - couldn' see where you were going. The roof terrace was very disappointing
1 September 2025
Very good
Rosa and Mr. D !! Made our trip worthwhile 💙💙💙
The first room !!!! But after my complaint Rosa was kind enough to understand that I was with my daughter and it was her birthday during our staying and changed the room.
23 August 2025
Gorgeous
Amazing rooms and views. Cool decor Great restaurants and bars in the building Incredible location
Nothing much to dislike - the gym could’ve been better equipped. My only disappointment was the door staff and servers at Le Bain - very rude to customers staying in the hotel when trying to get into the club and whilst in the club. Very disappointing and very old school.
21 August 2025
Great location but spoiled by the noise from the rooftop bar.
Great location and our room had fabulous views. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
The rooftop bar was very noisy and the music didn’t shut down until 2 or 3 am which is unacceptable. We asked for ear plugs but they didn’t really help. We wouldn’t recommend the hotel to our friends because of the noise.
19 August 2025
If booked well in advance, youre on the money. oh, and... pack light
I lived in NY in 2012 and used to frequent the Boom Boom Room (back when it was open to public) as well as Le Bain and the roof top. I had always wanted to stay here and back then couldnt afford it, so this time was a full circle moment. I was Graciously upgraded to a west facing view of the Hudson which was super appreciated, so i could chill out and watch the sunset and put on thier house tunes which stream on the rooms TV. The bed was Four Season level comforable and the room was an overall vibe and Great size. Big wet room with shower and bath, the vanity and private toilette over the hall. I was able to flash my room card to gain entry to Le Bain which is ultimatly the first reason i wanted to stay, knowing there was going to be pride parties, i wanted to relive my hay days in nyc without the headache of lining up. It was worth it for the nostalgia.
Whilst the hotel is still arcitectually delicious, the luster is wearing off as it is showing signs of ageing. I had maintence come on twice to fix a leaking tap, and reported my door didnt close shut, it had to be accompanied. The bathrooms could use a regrout for a freshen up. The wardrobe space looked exhausted, which brings me to my next point. For an international traveller, the storage was abismal. Staying a week made it hard to live in the space. Whilst i understand the 'minimalism' of it all, i would have loved some drawers for my intimate ware and more hangers (yes i could have requested those in hinds sight). there is shelving but its so hard to reach so its pretty much useless. Luckily the room i was upgraded to had a table and bench seating. i ended up using all that space for clothing storage. (yes im an unpacker, i dont like living out of a suitcase).
12 August 2025
Great location. Great design. Bad maintenance
Great location. Great Staff in reception- they really made our daughters feel welcome!
We stayed in two rooms, for two nights. We couldn’t sleep the first night because the ventilation system was making a lot of noise ( room 417). The hotel was full that night and the issue couldn’t be solved by maintenance. We were upgraded the following day, but the AC in the new room (712) couldn’t be turned off and the hot water run out while we where showering.
9 August 2025
Loved it.
The location is excellent, lots of bars and restaurants nearby and close to the subway. The staff at reception were incredibly friendly and our room was very comfortable with views out over the Hudson. We had a rate which included breakfast which we enjoyed. Happy hour cocktails in the Standard Grille were great.
There was no coffee in the room - you could get one from the Grille downstairs but we would have preferred being able to make our own in the room.
27 July 2025
Fabulous
Architecture & vibe
11 July 2025
The trip was overall great! Exceptional views, staff, and very clean.
The views above the 9th floor are great. Staff were friendly and nice. They allowed for early check in and extended checkout without any fuss.
The price on the room service menu was a little high considering the portion sizes you get for the food.
7 July 2025
Very stylish and cool if you have money to burn
Loved the design features.
The tub was way too high to use easily. It felt dangerous getting in and out
3 July 2025
Perfect.
The location of the hotel is probably the best in Manhattan. Rooms have a lovely retro touch. Everything matches. Included breakfast is absolutely recommendable.
It can be a pricey option depending on your timing.
3 July 2025
Perfect.
The location of the hotel is probably the best in Manhattan. Rooms have a lovely retro touch. Everything matches. Included breakfast is absolutely recommendable.
It could be a pricey stay depending on the timing.
30 June 2025
Fabulous
Amazing view Room was perfect Location was great
During the night the room was very noisy, probably due to Le Bain
24 June 2025
Great stay!
Lovely hotel, with good quality rooms compared to other 4 star hotels we have stayed at in NY. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Great location, and easy to grab super good food at the Standard Grill downstairs. Gym although a bit small, has the necessary equipment and amazing views.
We first got upgraded to 15th floor, and because of the party on the rooftop, it was like sleeping inside a night club. Thankfully when we asked the reception to move to a lower room the next day, they were very accommodating. We ended up on 11th floor with less nice view, but it was quiet, the room was nicer and king bed instead of the queen bed in the first room. Plumbing issue with the shower, made it flood over quite quickly.
12 June 2025
Fabulous location
Great location, professional staff and management.
The night club on the top floor of the building is popular and noisy. If you are planning on getting a good night's sleep during your stay make sure to request a room on one of the lower floors. My room was on the 15th floor and at times the noise was still audible.
12 June 2025
Fabulous
A corner king bedroom ! The vue of all NY
12 June 2025
Pleasant
Great location, nice big room with amazing views
Room was a bit tired. Various aspects looked like they needed a touch up - paint work and chipped bath etc. also toilet smelt really bad but as it was depredate from the rest of the bathroom you could close the door on it.
9 June 2025
Great hotel - will come back!!!
Perfect spot ☺️
Nothing
4 June 2025
Excellent mainly because those 2 guys
After traveling through four major cities and spending over 40 hours in the air within just 7 days, arriving at the hotel could have been just another check-in. But Alexis at the front desk and Jonny the bellboy transformed that moment into something special. Their warm welcome, proactive help in accommodating room changes, assisting with luggage, and overall attentiveness significantly elevated my experience. Their genuine care made a real difference.
Maybe the bathroom experience could me improved
29 May 2025
In a overall it was amazing my stay during one week at The Standard
Location just perfect the localization. Very comfortable beds and beautiful view.
did not like the service for breakfast, too slow
27 May 2025
Very good
It was nice and in a good location
Bed was a little low to the ground and the room was small. And the hallway to elevators was dark as night you could barely see.
21 May 2025
Comfortable enough to enjoy a vacation
The staff kind and attentive ; and the location
The hotel needs to get updated had amazing view but the windows were old and unclear to enjoy the views from the room
15 May 2025
Very good
nice view, good breakfast
totally overpriced, very narrow claustrophobic room
13 May 2025
Good location, nice rooms, some improvements needed.
I really liked the location — it’s close to charming neighborhoods and has easy access to public transportation. he room design is beautiful and high-quality. The Standard Grill restaurant is an excellent option for breakfast — great food and atmosphere.
There were a few things I didn’t like. The attitude of the front desk staff upon check-in wasn’t the most welcoming. The bathroom lacked some of the amenities you would typically expect from a hotel in this category — for example, basic toiletries. The air conditioning in the hallways was extremely strong, making the common areas uncomfortably cold. I stayed for four nights, but water bottles — which are supposed to be included — were not provided every day. Lastly, the noise from the rooftop club can be heard throughout the night, which may disrupt sleep if you’re sensitive to sound.
2 May 2025
Brilliant location, safe haven and relaxed
The location is brilliant, relaxed, informal and a real retreat from the rest of NYC. Don’t forget to venture down to the West Village in the evening. Extremely comfortable bedroom (deluxe king) and lovely to have a comfy seating area to enjoy the view & some takeaway breakfast
The room could have been better equipped. No tea/coffee making facilities, only 2 hooks for towels and coats etc. wardrobe space very small of staying for more than a night or so
23 April 2025
Wonderful stay !
The location was perfect and the staff were truly wonderful - friendly, helpful, and always welcoming. I will definitely come back again for the great atmosphere and unbeatable location.
The room can get very dusty because of the carpets. Cleaning could be better.
22 April 2025
Would most certainly stay again.
Very cool vibe and the staff was very professional.
We stayed on the 14th floor but could hear the club at Le Bain which is on the 17th floor. It wasn’t enough to disrupt our stay.
16 April 2025
Chic hotel in a fabulous location
LOVED: Such an amazing location, right by the Whitney and Highline; nice restaurants, especially the Biergarten; and a lot more room than you expect in a NY hotel room! COULD IMPROVE: It would be nice to have more than four hangars; if you have any mobility issues you should know that the bed is really low and the tub wall is really high. If you are modest, know that the clear shower glass wall separates the bed from the bathroom.
5 April 2025
Fantastic views, welcoming staff
The location is great and the view from our room across the Hudson to New York was stunning. Reception staff were welcoming.
Food and drink is very expensive. Our bed was quite small and not the most comfortable. The bathroom is open plan to the bedroom with a blind which doesn’t give complete privacy. On the Saturday night there was noise from a bar until 3 or 4 am
2 April 2025
Very good
Very tasteful room
No coffee in room. Love prokoviev, but change up the elevator music.
8 March 2025
Fabulous
Great location. great breakfast. Nice staff
there was a problem with hot water because of the cold weather. they need to address that so it will not happen again. they were more than fair compensating us, but we would prefer that not happening
9 February 2025
We will definitely be back
I called to get an upgrade on my room’s view and the staff member gave me a free upgrade. The view was magnificent The staff was very helpful. I would like to mention Dave —the bellman/ concierge. He was kind attentive and helpful. I do like the 12 pm check out
Though I loved the room I did not like the shower- lack of privacy short glass wall increase risk for flooding. The water closet was definitely a “closet “. Very small The complimentary coffee and tea service was only from 5am- 7 am. This is early for a weekend
5 February 2025
Very good stay, issue on Amazon packages but solved before check-out
Excellet view, location and room.
Instabilty of the shower flow and temperature. Time of response of a relevant issue related to Amazon packages.
3 February 2025
Pleasant
the staff so snob
25 January 2025
A smart, comfortable hotel in a great location.
The room was clean and bright and the bed was very comfortable. The location was excellent.
Having the shower within the bedroom was strange and didn’t allow for privacy. There was too little wardrobe space. The cabinet full of sweets and crisps was unnecessary.
21 January 2025
Great
Beautiful view from the room Cozy comfortable bed
A little noise from the club on the top floor
11 January 2025
Room with a View!
Amazing view! Amenities and mini bar tops.
Small rooms, but I knew that coming in.
11 January 2025
Loved every minute of it
The views, ambience, decor and comfort
7 January 2025
Pleasant
Overall good hotel located in a very nice neighborhood. Friendly staff, clean rooms.
Permanently issues with warm water and water pressure itself.
7 January 2025
Pleasant
Overall good hotel located in a very nice neighborhood. Friendly staff, clean rooms.
Permanently issues with warm water and water pressure itself.
30 December 2024
Still My Favorite hotel in New York City
the best location in NYC in my opinion on the highline in the meatpacking district. Greta restaurants nearby . The Whitney Museum is just around the corner. Chelase Art Galleries are near by as well.
1. toliet bowl brushes are needed in each bathroom 2. I have been staying at this hotel for many years now and should be given an upgrade automatically. 3 I loved everything else
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Nightclub/DJ
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered

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3 November 2025
Highly recommend for a fun stay in NYC