Freehand New York

Artistic hotel in Manhattan's Flatiron District with an award-winning rooftop bar and custom art installations from Bard College

Dining & Bars

Freehand NYC houses five restaurant and bars, including the Broken Shaker rooftop bar recognized by Esquire as one of "Best Bars in America" and winner of Best American Hotel Bar at Tales of the Cocktail. The lobby bar, led by restaurateur Gabriel Stulman's Happy Cooking Hospitality, offers a menu from his family of West Village restaurants. For quick bites, a takeout outpost of the popular Noho café The Smile is located on-site, run by Matt Kliegman, Carlos Quirarte, and Melia Marden.

Art & Design

Freehand New York features a custom art partnership with Bard College, displaying installations created by students and alumni throughout the property. The hotel's design by the renowned firm Roman and Williams draws inspiration from historical figures like Georgia O'Keeffe, housed in the former George Washington Hotel once home to writers and musicians. The property also hosts cultural events and workshops open to guests and locals.

Rooms

All rooms at Freehand come with private bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers, and Argan amenities, plus HD smart TVs and a safe. Room types include Corner King, Premium Queen, Three's Company (with bunk beds and queen), and Private Quad, accommodating groups and solo travelers alike. The design by Roman and Williams integrates custom artwork from Bard College, giving each room a distinct feel.

Location

Situated on Lexington Avenue between 23rd and 24th streets, Freehand NY is a 500 ft walk from the 6-subway train and within walking distance of Union Square, Midtown, and the Flatiron Building. Madison Square Park is 1600 ft away, and the Empire State Building is a short walk. Major attractions like Union Square and Midtown are easily accessible from this central location.

Services & Amenities

Freehand New York offers a fitness center, a nightclub/DJ, and pet-friendly accommodations for small dogs. The hotel provides flexible meeting and event spaces for groups, along with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. Cultural events and live music programming are held regularly, and the concierge service can arrange tickets or recommendations.

• Dining: 5 restaurant and bars including Broken Shaker rooftop bar
• Art: Custom art partnership with Bard College and Roman and Williams design
• Rooms: Private bathrooms with Argan amenities, multiple room configurations
• Location: Walking distance to Union Square and Madison Square Park
• Awards: Best American Hotel Bar - Tales of the Cocktail
• Pet-Friendly: Small dogs welcome
• Events: Cultural workshops and live music programming