How to spend a rainy day in New York City according to Conde Nast Traveler

Conde Nast Traveler recommends several places to enjoy a rainy day in New York City, highlighting the appeal of hotel lobbies for a cozy mini staycation. The Hotel Chelsea is noted for its blend of modern polish and preserved historic charm, featuring art from famous past guests and a romantic ambiance with wrought iron chandeliers and a fireplace. Its adjacent Lobby Bar adds to the experience.

For those who find Chelsea less accessible, other hotel options include the Ace Hotel Brooklyn, which offers public workspaces, and the Algonquin Hotel in Times Square, known for its historical connection to The New Yorker magazine.

Museums are another suggested refuge from the rain, though the large Metropolitan Museum of Art can become crowded. Instead, Conde Nast Traveler points to smaller venues like the East Williamsburg art organization Amant, where entry is free and visitors can explore multiple gallery spaces and a bookstore café.

Amant currently hosts the exhibit Sentient Earth, featuring 28 artists examining human impact on the planet and imagining its response if it gained sentience. The organization also offers event programming to enhance the visitor experience, making it a recommended spot for those looking to escape a rainy day indoors in NYC.