New York’s summer sports calendar is catching its breath — and bracing for the U.S. Open. When the US Open rolls into Queens, it doesn’t just take over Arthur Ashe Stadium, it takes over the entire city. Cocktail menus go melon-ball crazy, rooftops start booking out, and hotels from NoMad to SoHo to Lower Manhattan roll out experiences built for fans who want their tournament week to feel just as elevated off the court as it does on it. Whether you’re chasing a coveted grounds pass, a courtside instructor, or simply the best Honey Deuce in Manhattan, here’s where to post up for the 2026 US Open.
The Ultimate Splurge: Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace is unveiling its most exclusive tennis experience yet: a $100,000 stay built around VIP access to tennis’ biggest week, one of Manhattan’s most extravagant suites, and a collaboration with jeweler Martin Katz.
“Game, Set, Sparkle” centers on the hotel’s three-story Jewel Suite by Martin Katz — a 5,000-plus-square-foot residence with Art Deco glamour, a crystal chandelier, floating displays of more than $1.5 million in Martin Katz jewelry, a private rooftop terrace with an outdoor jacuzzi, a grand piano, and sweeping Manhattan skyline views. Guests get four invitations to the Palace Invitational, the hotel’s invite-only pre-Open celebration that has drawn the likes of Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz, Elena Rybakina, and Serena Williams in recent years, along with a pre-event meet-and-greet with participating athletes. There’s also a private 30-minute in-suite consultation with Martin Katz himself, a Champagne and canapés reception on the suite’s rooftop terrace, and — the true showstopper — a Martin Katz “Palace” 12-carat Tennis Bracelet, set with 84 round diamonds and inspired by the New York skyline, valued at $62,000.
The details: Available for stays August 24–31, 2026 (two-night minimum). Pricing begins at $100,000 for two nights.
The Grand Slam: The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad
The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad has partnered with the ultra-private Hudson River Tennis Club (HRTC) on “Ace the City,” an experience that turns a hotel stay into a full-blown tennis immersion — no membership required.
The package includes a two-night stay in one of the hotel’s Penthouse Residences, round-trip transportation to HRTC, and a private lesson with former pro Noah Rubin (or a semi-private clinic for up to four, ideal for tennis families). Guests also get access to the club’s lounge and wellness areas, a tennis-inspired look curated by lifestyle brand Malbon, a vintage racquet and branded cap waiting on arrival, and an in-residence cocktail masterclass shaking up the Ace Paloma or, naturally, the Honey Deuce. For match days, there’s a private transfer straight to the US Open, followed by dinner for two at Dahlia’s Garden & Terrace, the hotel’s summer pop-up with Empire State Building views, and a 60-minute Muscle Recovery Massage at The Ritz-Carlton Spa to undo it all.
Add in José Andrés’ dining concepts, the views from rooftop bar Nubeluz, and Penthouse Residences that make Arthur Ashe feel like a short commute, and this is the dream U.S. Open stay.
The details: Available for stays August 14 – September 14, 2026. Rates begin at $15,000 per night.
The Upper Eastside Stay: The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel
Proof that a US Open stay doesn’t have to be downtown, The Surrey’s Grand Slam Getaway package pairs match-day convenience with everyday luxury. It includes a welcome amenity, branded hat, daily American breakfast for two at Casa Tua (up to $75 per person), plus a credit — $100 for Rooms & Suites, $300 for Signature Suites — that can go toward transportation to the Open, dining, or a treatment at The Surrey Spa.
The Fashion Crowd: The Dominick
SoHo does double duty during tournament season, delivering as much runway energy as rally energy. The Dominick puts guests in the middle of it, with the style-forward crowd at El Ta’Koy at Terrace on 7 feeling just as curated as court side looks at the stadium. Add in the boutiques and galleries steps from the front door, and a stay here is the perfect downtown retreat.
The Recovery Day: Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
Even spectators need a reset after a week of standing-room crowds at Arthur Ashe. The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown has designed The Champion’s Reset specifically for it: a deep-tissue massage with CBD-infused oil to ease muscle fatigue, finished with a custom back or foot scrub. The spa itself is worth the trip alone, with a sunlit 75-foot lap pool, a newly renovated gym overlooking the Oculus, and access to The Collective, the hotel’s curated wellness and skincare program, or Club27, its private membership for the city’s most dedicated wellness devotees.
The Players Club: The Knickerbocker
For fans who follow the athletes as closely as the scoreboard, The Knickerbocker’s annual Rally on the Rooftop is the (complimentary) ticket. Held atop St. Cloud Rooftop on August 28th, 2026 at 4pm, the event puts guests face-to-face with a professional player for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and autographs. Last year it was Olga Danilović; this year, Luciano Darderi hosts, with a complimentary Honey Deuce Martini — the hotel’s own spin on the classic or the original along with a special tennis-themed food menu.
The Details: Park Lane New York
The US Open sold $17 million worth of Honey Deuces in 2025. This year, Park Lane New York is bringing that phenomenon to Central Park South — no grounds pass required. From August 24 through September 13, the hotel’s signature restaurant, Calvert’s, will pour its own take on the tournament’s most famous cocktail — vodka, raspberry liqueur, lemonade, and the honeydew “tennis ball” garnish — served in the iconic Honey Deuce glass. Pair it with photo-friendly dessert: a tennis-ball-shaped vanilla cake filled with guava.
The Downtown Toast: The Wall Street Hotel
The Wall Street Hotel is putting its own spin on tournament tradition with the Match Point, a Grey Goose and lychee cocktail balanced with tart raspberry and a hint of lemongrass, finished with the requisite trio of melon balls. Available for $18 throughout the tournament at both Lounge on Pearl and La Marchande, it gives Lower Manhattan two ways to toast the Open without ever heading uptown.
