9 Cheap New York City Hotels

By Heather Cross. New York City Travel Expert

Heather Cross has been About.com's New York City Travel Expert since 2002. Heather explores her hometown so she can give you the best first-hand advice possible. You might even spot her running around New York City -- she's always visiting museums, taking guided tours and eating at great restaurants so that she can point her readers toward the best the city has to offer.

In addition to sharing her advice on About.com, Heather offers customized travel planning services through Vacations By Heather .

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Finding an affordable hotel in New York City is no easy feat. Rates at some New York City hotels can easily eat up most or all of your vacation budget, so I ve put together this list of Cheap Hotels in New York City that offer options for making your stay more affordable. Located all over New York City, our picks have a variety of amenities, whether you want wi-fi, a room for four or breakfast included with your stay.

Most are under $200 per night in the low season. If these hotels are outside your price range, check out a New York City Hostel .

The rates below don t include 14.75% in hotel, city state taxes or the $3.50/room/night occupancy fee.

(Hotels below are listed in alphabetical order.)