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Brooklyn has no shortage of hotels that make a convincing case for a staycation. But a rooftop bar inside a water tower, a standout pool and rooms with sweeping city views? That’s a pretty persuasive pitch—and Arlo Williamsburg has all three.
The property at 96 Wythe Avenue has landed at No. 1 on our newly updated list of the 13 best hotels in Brooklyn for 2026. Awarded four stars and singled out as especially good for summertime stays, Arlo leads a lineup that includes The William Vale, Hotel Indigo Williamsburg and Ace Hotel Brooklyn.
At the top, Water Tower Bar turns a familiar piece of New York’s rooftop scenery into a place to order a drink. Panoramic views supply the backdrop, while weekly vinyl nights and live DJs give you a reason to linger after dark. (Our roundup also names Arlo the borough’s best hotel for a pool.)
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Downstairs, signature restaurant Sungold serves brunch through dinner with refined comfort food, including handmade pasta and steak, meaning you can make an evening of dinner and rooftop drinks without negotiating a group chat about where to go next.
When you’re ready to retreat, the hotel’s 147 rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, reclaimed oak floors, marble bathrooms and brass accents. For a more extravagant check-in, the City View Studio Suite adds a freestanding tub and private balcony.
Although there's no spa, a 24-hour gym offers treadmills, ellipticals and Peloton bikes for anyone whose vacation plans include voluntarily breaking a sweat. Guests who prefer their exercise outdoors can grab a Citi Bike day pass and head out to explore. The location makes that easy, too: the Bedford Avenue L station is the closest subway stop, and the East River ferry is less than a 10-minute walk away, with trips to Manhattan and DUMBO.
Rates start from $250 per night. Whether you’re visiting Brooklyn or briefly outsourcing your own apartment’s responsibilities, Arlo offers a compelling upgrade: better views, a bathtub worth lingering in and a water tower with a bar tab.