Choose a time for your vacation. The Manhattan area of New York City is typically a very busy place, and it's especially busy during the holiday season (November through January). Summertime months (July and August) can prove to be very hot. The months of May, June, September and October are great times of the year to plan a vacation in Manhattan.
Know who's going on vacation. When looking for a vacation rental in Manhattan, you're going to need to look at bedrooms and square footage, so knowing ahead of time who is going to accompany you on vacation will be helpful in picking your rental.
Decide on the best location to stay. Manhattan encompasses close to 23 square miles with sites scattered across the entire area. If you're interested in the lights and glitter of Times Square, consider staying in that area. But if you want some quiet time at night, you may want to stay in the Financial District, which is in Lower Manhattan and is close to the ferries that can take you to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.
Determine a price range. Base your price on one night's stay, which is comparable to most hotels in the Manhattan area. You can receive a cheaper rate overall if you rent for a week's time.
Weigh the options most important on your vacation. Some things to consider when looking for a vacation rental are Internet access, gym and pool availability, locations near a subway line or bus route as well as elevator or handicap accessibility.
Search for available rentals in Manhattan. VRBO (Vacation Rentals by Owner), CyberRentals and HomeAway are all great resources in looking for a vacation rental.
