Best New York City-E Harlem holiday apartments

East Harlem is a district of Manhattan in New York City that is often referred to as ‘Spanish Harlem’. This vibrant area of the city has been associated with the city’s Spanish-speaking community for decades, as 19th-century immigrants from Mexico, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic made up a large percentage of the district’s permanent residents. The population is far more diverse these days, which provides visitors with a wonderful selection of customs, cuisines and cultures to immerse themselves in. A 9flats holiday home in the area is the only way you can truly become part of this incredible community.

Live a Life of Luxury with Holiday Apartments in East Harlem

Whilst East Harlem has had a long association with crime and deprivation, the neighbourhood is constantly evolving. And like many areas in New York, it has undergone a period of so-called ‘gentrification’ in recent years. One of East Harlem’s most iconic buildings is the Islamic Cultural Center on 3rd Avenue, which attracts up to 4,000 worshippers every Friday. There are also several very striking Churches in the district, including St. Nicholas’ Cathedral with its eye-catching onion domes. Located only a few blocks away is El Museo del Barrio – a stunning collection of Hispanic and Caribbean-inspired artworks which is a leading cultural institution in East Harlem. Instead of admiring these landmarks from afar, why not rent yourself private holiday accommodation in New York, so you can live in sheer luxury during your visit?

Holiday Accommodation in East Harlem at the Heart of the Local Community

The East Harlem area is home to the fascinating Museum of the City of New York, which features a wide range of exhibits, artefacts, and films that chart the birth and development of New York A short walk into Central Park will take you to the Conservatory Garden, where a selection of landscaped grounds and flowerbeds create a picture-postcard sight that is a welcome change from the surrounding urban sprawl. And you can get a real country feel by walking the short distance to the Harlemeer – one of Central Park’s lovely lakes that offers free angling. This entire district is filled with history, culture and character, yet far too many people miss out on the real East Harlem by hiding themselves away in hotels. However, a nearby holiday apartment in Plaza Borinquen will put you right in the middle of a residential neighbourhood, so you can live amongst real people – the best way to truly understand the area.

An Exciting and Luxurious Alternative to Couchsurfing in East Harlem

If the thought of living amongst the local people of East Harlem excites you, you should take a look at the service on offer from 9flats. Whilst it provides all the benefits of couchsurfing, the 9flats website goes the extra mile by giving you the opportunity to surround yourself with luxurious furnishings and all the modern trappings of life. What’s more, you can enjoy a level of seclusion that is simply impossible when staying in hotels.