The William Vale
Contemporary luxury with a distinctly Brooklyn edge. Design-forward without feeling cold — the monochrome palette gets warmed up by local art, wood floors, and the sheer volume of natural light that pours through those floor-to-ceiling windows. The crowd is mixed: creative professionals, weekend visitors from Manhattan, and locals who treat Westlight and the pool as neighborhood fixtures.
The Corner Suite is the most popular room and arguably the best value upgrade — the 309 sq ft wraparound balcony is nearly as large as the room itself
Why It Matters
Arguably the hotel that finally gave Williamsburg the high-design boutique property it had been waiting for. Every room has a private balcony with real views. The dining program by Andrew Carmellini is genuinely excellent rather than obligatory. And the seasonal amenities — a 60-foot rooftop pool in summer, panoramic barrel saunas in winter — mean there's something to pull you back at any time of year.
In a Williamsburg skyline that skews forgettable, the William Vale sticks out. Architect Albo Liberis designed a 22-story tower that announces itself — the building's structural form traces a distinctive WV silhouette. Interiors by Studio Munge lean monochrome: white walls, hardwood floors, black metal fixtures, and art from local Brooklyn artists. All 183 rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies, a genuinely rare thing to say about a New York City hotel. Four food-and-drink venues by James Beard Award-winner Andrew Carmellini operate here, from Westlight on the 22nd floor to the ground-floor southern Italian kitchen at Leuca.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Junior King Suite with Balcony
Step up in space with a king bed plus a pull-out sofa bed — sleeps four. Neighborhood-facing balcony with a living area anchored by a sofa. Same high-spec finishes as standard rooms but with more breathing room. Walk-in shower, illuminated bathroom mirror, black fixtures.
KingKing One Bedroom Suite with Balcony
Full one-bedroom suite with a separate living room, balcony, and king bed. Dual sink bathroom with both a deep soaking tub and a separate shower. Neighborhood views. Sleeps four with sofa bed. A good option for longer stays where having a genuine living room matters.
KingKing with Balcony
King bed room with neighborhood views of Williamsburg and the surrounding Brooklyn skyline — slightly more intimate than the Manhattan-facing rooms but the same high-spec fit-out. Private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, black fixtures, and local artwork throughout. Lavazza espresso machine and Le Labo toiletries.
KingManhattan View Corner Suite Wraparound Balcony
The hotel's most talked-about room for good reason. The interior is 380 sq ft but the wraparound balcony adds another 309 sq ft of outdoor living space — accessible from both the living room and the bedroom. Direct Manhattan skyline views from two directions. Deep soaking tub framed by a picture window overlooking the city, fragrant with Le Labo products. King bed, full sofa bed, living area, and modern art from Brooklyn artists throughout.
KingManhattan View King with Balcony
King bed equivalent of the Queen Manhattan View room — same floor-to-ceiling windows and private balcony with direct sightlines to the Manhattan skyline across the East River. Sleeps two, with the same monochrome Studio Munge interior and Le Labo amenities.
KingManhattan View Queen with Balcony
Entry-level room with a queen bed, floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Manhattan skyline, and a private furnished balcony. Monochrome décor with white walls, hardwood floors, black fixtures, and art from local Brooklyn artists. Bathrooms feature rainfall showers and Le Labo toiletries. Lavazza espresso machine included.
Queen
Vale Garden Residence
Brooklyn's penthouse pinnacle. Two floors, two king bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a dining room that seats six, and a living room that stops guests cold. The 1,632 sq ft fully furnished outdoor terrace comes with an open-air Jacuzzi and panoramic views of both Brooklyn and Manhattan. Double-height, floor-to-ceiling windows. Walls hung with work from celebrated Brooklyn artists. Custom modern décor, Le Labo toiletries throughout, and a Freemotion CoachBike with iFIT in-suite. JBL Bluetooth speaker. Lavazza espresso machine. Twice-daily housekeeping.
2 KingsThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
An in-hotel partnership with Vivrelle that lets guests borrow designer handbags for the duration of their stay — bags are displayed on a luggage cart in the lobby.
Complimentary bicycle rentals for hotel guests, useful for exploring Williamsburg's flat streets, McCarren Park, and the East River waterfront.
The lobby functions as a living digital art gallery via an ongoing partnership with Saatchi Art, featuring an ever-rotating display of emerging and established artists. Periodically tied to nearby events like The Other Art Fair Brooklyn.
A chef-selected Sunday Supper served family-style in Leuca's dining room. Designed for groups or solo guests who want a more communal, curated end-of-weekend meal.
Seasonal poolside film screenings at the Turf Club, typically in summer evenings. Popcorn and cocktails served. Films announced via the hotel's Happenings page.
A 15,000 sq ft elevated outdoor promenade with rolling hills, herb and vegetable gardens, and sweeping skyline views. Produce from the garden goes directly into Leuca's kitchen. The park hosts seasonal programming including yoga classes, outdoor cinema, and special events.
A 60-foot outdoor heated pool on the 4th floor — marketed as one of the longest outdoor hotel pools in NYC. Open seasonally May 22–September 7, 8am–8pm. Timed reservations required (3-hour slots). Poolside cabanas, sun loungers, and a poolside bar. Children permitted Monday–Thursday until noon only. Locals can access with a day pass via ResortPass.
A rooftop ice rink that appears on the 23rd floor in winter, offering skating with panoramic city views — one of the few outdoor rooftop rinks in NYC. Open to both hotel guests and the public. Adults $20 for a 30-minute session; children $12.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The Malin Williamsburg operates on the 9th floor — a beautifully designed co-working space with private meeting rooms. Hotel guests get exclusive discounted access via day passes, multi-day passes, or private room bookings. The 'Workin' Williamsburg' package includes a complimentary day pass.
9,000 sq ft of event space including a ballroom, multiple meeting and boardrooms, and outdoor rooftop spaces. Configured for conferences, weddings, social events, and panels.
Free in-room and public-area WiFi at 25+ Mbps speeds. Upgraded WiFi included in the resort fee.
Twice-daily housekeeping service offered in suites and the Vale Garden Residence.
Full concierge team, explicitly positioned around personalized Brooklyn neighborhood recommendations. Staff are trained as local experts.
Pets welcome. A flat $50 cleaning fee applies if a pet enters the guest room.
Luggage storage available at the front desk.
Electric vehicle charging station available on-site.
Covered valet parking on-site at $55/night with in-and-out privileges. The 'America the Free' package includes complimentary valet.
State-of-the-art gym with iFIT-connected Freemotion equipment that auto-adjusts speed, resistance, and incline. Free weights, cardio machines. Open to guests around the clock.
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