Manhattan is widely considered to be the heart of New York City. It’s NYC’s most densely populated borough and is a major financial and cultural hub worldwide. There’s an endless list of sights to see in the Big Apple. Take a stroll through Central Park, shop to your heart’s content in the flea markets, view the artwork at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, or take in a show on Broadway. Whatever you fancy doing, it’s helpful to have a comfy place to come back to after a long day of sightseeing. For the best accommodation, continue reading to find out more about the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Manhattan, New York City.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 19, 2025.
1. Cosy studio for two in Midtown Manhattan
You will find this vacation rental in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. It is an ideal choice for couples touring the area. The minimalistic furniture is strategically placed to make the apartment functional. Guests can lounge on the sofa bed and watch movies on an LCD TV that comes equipped with a DVD player. The apartment receives a lot of natural light during the day, which lends a warm and cheery vibe to the place.
A concierge will greet you in when you arrive and is always accessible should you need something during your stay or have questions about getting around in the neighbourhood.
New York, New York, United States
Top guest reviews
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the owner is very nice to usthe owner is very nice to usthis host is top notch made sure our stay was amazinggreat space and hostgreat space and hostLocation:
unit and building are quiet and in a great midtown locationCleanliness:
the place is clean with a great shower and kitchenthe place is clean with a great shower and kitchenvery clean and in a great locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fully stocked kitchen everything was perfect for our stay
2. Historic apartment with original wood details
Here, we have a one-bedroom apartment located in a historic Harlem brownstone. It’s perfect for a couple and features original wood details and plenty of light. In the bedroom, you’ll find a queen-sized bed and antique dressers. There’s WiFi access throughout and a flat-screen TV. When you don’t feel like dining out, there’s a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals. You’ll be situated a short distance from Central Park, so you can enjoy a stroll through the greenery. It’s also very easy to get to other attractions from the apartment.
New York, New York, United States
Top guest reviews
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They were so hospitable and accomodating to the wedding partygreeted us at the property and was so welcomingTheresa is a fabulous hostess and I hope she keeps up the good workTeresa was a gracious and terrific hostThe owner is available to provide assistance and directionsLocation:
Location is really good--easy access to great restaurantsThe subway stop is right on the corner (lines ABCDEThe location was very convenientA grocery is a few blocks away if you need suppliesit's easy to get thereCleanliness:
Beautiful clean flat with lovely owners Would stay there againRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The apartment is well equipped and comfortableThe main bed was super comfortableThe large dining table in the kitchen was a favorite place for usThe apartment has a wall mounted flat screen TV and free WiFithe furniture was not only comfortable but sturdy and gorgeous
3. Guest apartment in Harlem
This one-bedroom apartment is located on a quiet residential street in Harlem. This 19th-century brownstone is beautifully decorated with African art, so you can come home from a long day of exploring the sites and truly relax in a gorgeous space. In the bedroom, you’ll find a queen-size bed, memory foam pillows, and super-soft sheets. There’s a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals, and you can unwind in front of the TV in the living room. Plus, it’s centrally located and near a subway stop, so you can easily explore the city.
Top guest reviews
Host:
Norma is a most gracious and accommodating host and was always availableour hosts could not have been any more helpful even agreeing to let us order event tickets prior to our arrival using their address for delivery and answering what were almost daily questions from...Once again I only have wonderful things to say about Sankofa and hope to get back there soonSankofa was recommended to us by other family members and the rave review was quite accurateWe are happy to recommend their guest abode to youLocation:
Shopping access to Macy's etc is a breeze by M2 bus or 2/3 Line subway Convenience of access to clean regular and secure buses/trains just steps awayThe Downtown buses are literally around the cornerThe subway journey takes about 15 minutes to get to 42nd streetThere are lots of nice restaurants that are only a few blocks away andat night There is a supermarket a few blocks awayCleanliness:
Everything in the apartment works perfectly and there is delight for the eye everywhereand I had the best timeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The bed is soooo comfortable with serious linensI like to sleep in a cool room)The hospitality of the owners is outstandingbut the apartment as wellA dreamy bed was very much appreciated
4. Two-bedroom apartment near Times Square
This two-bedroom apartment has sleeping space for six. The space was renovated in 2016, so everything is new and up-to-date. There’s a kitchen where you can cook your own meals and a dining area to eat. WiFi is available throughout, and there’s a TV to relax in front of. If you want to see all of New York’s most famous attractions, this is the perfect spot. It’s just one block from the hustle and bustle of Times Square. It’s also a walking distance to Rockefeller Center and the Museum of Modern Art.
Top guest reviews
Host:
He met us promptly when we arrivedHost was fantastic and super helpfulMade sure all of our needs were metThe owner was nice and responsive during our bookingWe visited with our three kids and could not have been happierLocation:
Location is awesome Walking distance to Broadway TimeThe location is great close to a ton of restaurants and shopsThe location was close to many restaurants shopsTimes Square and within walking distance of a lot of other attractionsThere are plenty of places close to eat shopCleanliness:
The apartment was located centrallyWe chose it because of 1) 4 twin beds + pull out couch and 2) locationThe apartment was super clean and tidy and easily accessible with the elevator(Restaurant Row had so many options are very reasonable prices )Read more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Only down side was the small bathroomThat is to be expected --The apartment was comfortable and close to everythingThe 4 Twin beds worked perfectly the layout worked great for 4 adultsI will say that I would like to have known if I were a first-time renter:1)
5. Large apartment for eight
If you’re travelling with a larger group, this apartment is perfect for you. It has three bedrooms and can sleep up to eight guests. It also has large windows, so you can take in the view of the neighbourhood during your stay. There’s a full kitchen for days you don’t feel like eating out, and a TV to relax in front of. There’s even an indoor fireplace for cool nights. It’s located in the Upper West Side, in an area with plenty of restaurants and shops. You’ll also be able to easily jump on the subway and explore the rest of the city.
Top guest reviews
Host:
was amazing to work with and kept us well informed with info right up until we arrivedWe needed a band aid - there was a full first aid kit in the closetVictoria was a great property host Restaurants groceries and fantastic wine store within close walking proximity Made for a great family gathering in NYCthe subway directly below us was so easyVictoria is a wonderfull hostLocation:
Location is very convinient just minute to the train stationThere is a supermarket across the street a Starbucks on the corner multiple other stores and restaurants and the subway is a couple of doors awayThe subway is down stairs and grocery store restaurants and shops are all in walking distanceGreat having restaurants right around the corner local pizza outlet and the A Train Subway right by the entrance to the buildingThe windows look out on Broadway which is a bit noisyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Well appointed with everything we could think to need and really comfortableit was like stepping into a fully furnished homethe apartment was well stockedEverything you needed for a comfortable stay in the apartment was providedThe floor plan worked great for us with a master bedroom and bath on one side and two more bedrooms and bath on the other side of the apartment
6. Modern, luxurious apartment in the heart of Harlem
First up we have a two-bedroom apartment that can sleep five guests. You’ll have use of a full kitchen with marble and stainless steel, so you can cook your favourite meals during your stay. Relax in front of the flat-screen TV and keep connected with fast WiFi. The apartment also has a terrace, an excellent spot to relax on a sunny day. This classic New York brownstone is located steps from the subway, so you can easily explore the city.
Top guest reviews
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knowledgeable about the area and kindthe owner is extremely helpful and friendlywe brought a laptop and after fixing ourselves a good dinerMichael is a really great hostour host was charming helpful and a pleasure to meetLocation:
The subway station is just round the cornerright on the subway lineBeautiful clean and surrounded by subway supermarket and restaurantsWe stayed in this app in oct 2010: we bought a six day pass and used the A lineCleanliness:
and we were surprised about the descriptions the rates and the picturesIt was wonderfully relaxing andNew washer and dryer installed just two days earlier Air Conditioning worked perfectly really useful because it was very hot weatherRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It was exactly like displayed on the picturesThe only place we didn't use often was the terrace because we came back too late in the night or because it was too cold in the eveningThis appartment has everything you need inside and outsidewe've decided to move from suite 4 to suite 3 after two nights because we had the idea to have coffee on the terrace in a sunny october (and the flat was occupied our first days)we'll rent suite 4 because our daughter loved it even more and because this flat ist directly under the roof Up there nobody else is living above
7. Luxury mansion with five suites
If you’re after a bit of luxury, look no further than this mansion! You can rent out the entire place, or just go for one of the five suites. The entire home has space for a whopping 22 guests. These beautiful suites each have their own design style and they have air conditioning and WiFi. You can relax in front of the TV or fireplace. This home is pet and child-friendly. It gets even better: the home is located at the entrance to Central Park, so you can enjoy a daily walk, and you’ll be close to many of New York’s other attractions.
Manhattan, NY, US
8. Studio apartment located in Chelsea
If you’re an art lover, you’ll enjoy staying in this studio apartment for two in Chelsea’s Gallery District. There’s WiFi access and a TV to relax in front of, complete with a great sound system. When you don’t feel like eating out, you can cook your own meals in the newly remodeled kitchen. You’ll be a walking distance to many of New York’s attractions. Of course, you have the many galleries of Chelsea at your doorstep. You can also walk to the Empire State Building and Times Square.
Top guest reviews
Host:
Michael is a wonderful hostMichael helped us with our luggage and leant us a US mobile phone and an electricity adaptor Catherine entertained us with her delicious daiquiries on 4 JulyGreat host and great NYC rentalis the host with the most always ready to help you the apartment in a beautiful chelsea townhouseThey were unfailingly cheerful and helpfulLocation:
Reasonably close to subway and positioned well between midtown and Greenwich villageThe location is fanstastic just a walk away from Meatpacking district and the Empire surroundingsI also found the location to be handy to the best bars restaurants galleries and shopping in the cityI adored every minute of my time hereWe were in walking distance to the village midtown financial district and moreCleanliness:
The apartment is spacious cleanEverything is new and stylish decoratedGreat clean furnishings; no clutter of possessions to deal with which is a huge plus with short term apartment rentalsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
Best was the light: three big windows overlooking a nice garden Comfortable bedOnly significant problem with apartment was tripping fuse when using a hair dryer Owner very friendly and provides tips about the area TV and stereo better than most luxury hotels View of bac...: my only complaint is that 3 and half weeks wasn't long enoughQuiet and well-appointed MCWell appointed kitchen (the fridge was unexpectedly stocked with a nice selection of food and drink)
9. Condo with plenty of amenities
This condo truly immerses you in New York! It’s got one bedroom and is situated right in the middle of Times Square. You can wake up and look out the floor-to-ceiling windows and watch the hustle and bustle of one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Inside the condo, you’ll find a full kitchen where you can cook your own meals when you don’t feel like dining out. There’s WiFi access throughout and a TV to unwind in front of. The building has loads of amenities, including a business centre, fitness centre, putting green, and entertainment lounge. Between excellent amenities and a central location, this is an incredible place to stay in NYC.
Accommodates: 3
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy :
Top guest reviews
Host:
Bill was very good to work with Answered emails very quickly and gave very helpful informationOwner was great and very attentiveWe loved the condo Everyone was very welcoming nice clean space with awesome viewsThe few times I had questions while there I simply emailed the owner and he or his wife responded almost immediately 5-stars all aroundbut Bill was great to work with - always quick to respond and happy to answer any questions Check in at the apartment buildingLocation:
All shows are walking distance Lots if restaurants to choose from and easy access to subwayJust steps from Rockefeller Center and other attractionsWe felt safe and secure and had a spectacular view of Times SquareWe are a Pastor and missionary ours lives are extremely busyThe location is perfect for theatre goersRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It is modern with all the amenities you need Fabulous floor to ceiling windows in the lounge that look out over Timesgreat balcony off the master bedroom and most of all the locationThe king size bed was the most comfortable bed we had whilst awayHad all the comforts of homeThe view out the window was to die for Condo very comfortable
10. Beautiful Harlem brownstone
This two-bedroom brownstone apartment has charming brick walls and wood floors. It can sleep up to five guests and there is WiFi throughout. There’s a fully functional kitchen if you feel like cooking, as well as a washing machine and dryer. You’ll even have use of a private patio, perfect for warm summer days. The apartment is located centrally in Harlem, very near to local bars and restaurants. You’ll also be just a couple blocks from the subway, making it super easy to explore the city.
Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
Our hosts were responsive to our every request and inquiryGreat location fantastic hosts Would definitely returnInsider Tips zu dieser tollen Stadt zu geben Wir kommen sicherlichWe were greeted by Norbert on arrival and made himself available for any inquiriesThe owner is very nice and prompt in their responsesLocation:
it is walking distance (two blocks) to the Apollo TheaterYou must shop at Best Market an easy walk from the brownstonegreat flat convenient quiet neighborhood found some great little spots to eat in Harlem too really enjoyed the Frederic Bistro Cafe for breakfast and both CantinaVery comfortable roomy place to relax after a long day out and about Close to the subway and just a bit more of a walk to another setIt was an easy walk to great foodCleanliness:
(must try Hop House)Read more reviewsAmenities & Room:
The apartment had plenty of room for 4 adults with comfy beds and all the comforts of homeThe apt is so spacious and comfortableWir waren inzwischen das zweite Mal beiWe felt very comfortable right from the startCould not beat the price either
11. Classic apartment inside a brownstone house in Harlem
This Vrbo in Manhattan, New York, rests on the ground floor of a renovated brownstone house in the neighbourhood of St. Nicholas Park in Harlem. A leisurely stroll away from the subway and the bus stops, this one enjoys a prime location.
Best suited for a family of four, the apartment has cosy beds for a full night’s rest. Air conditioning and heaters along with a fireplace guarantee a comfy stay all year round. An internet connection is also furnished inside the rental that lets you stay in touch with folks back home. Upon arrival, guests are provided with light refreshments such as orange juice, tea, milk, coffee, and croissants. Moreover, the rental has a well-equipped kitchen where guests can prepare hearty meals.
New York, New York, United States
Top guest reviews
Host:
stanley is a great hoststanley is a wonderful host - thoughtful attentive to detail and accommodating of our late arrivalthe owner stanley is absolutely lovely and is always on hand to helphe is super friendly and was super helpfulLocation:
it’s spacious and a convenient location with easy access to the subwaysjust spent a week in this charming brownstone and we thoroughly enjoyed the neighborhood and the placewe’d recommend this place in a new york minuteCleanliness:
it was clean quiet and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment was perfect for our needs
Start planning your trip to New York
Whether you’re looking for a historic brownstone, a cosy studio, or a large apartment, you can certainly find it in Manhattan. There are plenty of rental options in the area, and they all place you perfectly for exploring the city. So book your favourite HomeAway vacation rental, and start planning your trip to the Big Apple!
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