The Best Romantic Hotels Near NYC for a World Cup Trip

The World Cup is a massive celebration, but if you are traveling with a partner who might not want to spend every waking moment in a sweaty sports bar or a chaotic tailgate lot, balancing the football fanaticism with romance is critical.

1. Envue, Autograph Collection (Weehawken, NJ)

This is arguably the most romantic hotel on the New Jersey side of the Hudson. Located directly on the waterfront, it boasts a massive, stunning rooftop bar with fire pits and completely unobstructed, panoramic views of the Midtown Manhattan skyline. It is the perfect place to decompress after the madness of MetLife Stadium.

2. The Plaza Hotel (Manhattan)

If you want to pull out all the stops, stay at The Plaza. Located at the southeastern corner of Central Park, it is an iconic symbol of New York luxury. You can spend the morning walking through the park or visiting the MoMA, and then take a black car through the Lincoln Tunnel to the stadium for the evening match.

3. W Hoboken

The W combines modern luxury with accessibility. You get the high-end spa treatments, premium dining at Halifax, and gorgeous river views, while still being located in a highly walkable, charming neighborhood full of boutique shopping and bakeries.

Balancing the Trip

• The NY Waterway Ferry:

  If you stay in Weehawken or Hoboken, skip the trains entirely and take the NY Waterway ferry across the river for romantic dinners in the city. It is incredibly scenic.

• Book Spa Treatments Early:

  If you plan to send your partner to the hotel spa while you attend a match, book those treatments months in advance, as hotels will be at maximum capacity.