New York City Greenwich Village

Housing in the Village isn't exactly the cheapest option around, but those who want to truly soak up the neighborhood's unique ambience can find some mid-range choices.

Larchmont Hotel, 27 W. 11th St. (www.larchmonthotel.com), Located in the tiny northern regions of Greenwich Village, the Larchmont is surely one of the quietest housing options in the city. Bathrooms are shared, but you receive slippers and the usual hotel amenities in plain but spacious rooms. Continental breakfast included. Singles $90-109; doubles $119-129; family suite $219. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Washington Square Hotel, 103 Waverly Pl. (www.washingtonsquarehotel.com), True to Village form, the Washington Square Hotel does its best to be European. There's a healthy dose of classic Hollywood Americana, though, with pictures of famous movie stars from the Golden Age above nearly every bed. A sumptuous lobby complete with bar and a swanky eating area is the perfect introduction to sleek, Art Deco-inspired rooms that manage not to be too ostentatious. Breakfast included. All rooms with bathrobe. Rooms with double bed $220-270; with queen bed $250-280; with 2 twin beds $250-280. Takes credit cards. Wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.