Every hotel on this list has a confirmed operational pool and verified sustainability credentials, either a third-party certification or a published report with specific measurable results. No vague green claims made the cut.
How we selected these eco hotels with pools
Every hotel on this list passed two checks before inclusion. First, pool availability was confirmed through the hotel's official amenities page or a direct booking platform listing as of 2026. Second, sustainability credentials were verified against at least one of the following: a LEED certificate from the US Green Building Council, a Green Key award from the Foundation for Environmental Education, an EarthCheck certification, or a published property-level sustainability report containing specific numeric metrics.
Corporate mission statements and brand-level pledges without property-specific data were excluded. If a hotel's sustainability page said only that the brand is "committed to the environment" with no numbers attached, it did not qualify. The five hotels below represent what actually cleared both bars in New York City as of 2026.
Eco hotels with pools in NYC at a glance
| Hotel | Eco Tier | Certification or Program | Pool Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge | Tier 1 | LEED Gold | Rooftop outdoor pool | DUMBO, Brooklyn |
| 1 Hotel Central Park | Tier 1 | LEED Gold | Indoor pool | Midtown West, Manhattan |
| The Knickerbocker | Tier 1 | Energy Star certified | Rooftop pool | Times Square, Manhattan |
| Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC | Tier 2 | Published renewable energy metrics | Rooftop heated pool | Meatpacking District, Manhattan |
| Ink48, a Kimpton Hotel | Tier 2 | IHG Green Engage, property-level data | Indoor pool | Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan |
Tips for booking an eco hotel with a pool in NYC
- Ask the hotel directly whether the pool is open year-round. Rooftop pools in NYC often close from November through April.
- Check the hotel's own sustainability page for a certification number or audit date. A logo without a reference number is harder to verify.
- LEED certification levels are public record. Search the US Green Building Council's project directory at usgbc.org to confirm a hotel's current certification status.
- Green Key awards are property-specific, not brand-wide. A Green Key flag at one property in a chain does not mean every property in that chain qualifies.
- If you want to offset the carbon from your flight, look for hotels that partner with a verified offset program such as Gold Standard or Verra, and ask for the project name, not just a dollar amount.
Eco hotels with pools in NYC: what to expect on arrival
Most of the hotels on this list sit in Manhattan or DUMBO, Brooklyn, which means pool access tends to be a premium amenity rather than a standard one. Rooftop pools at properties like 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge and Gansevoort Meatpacking are seasonal, typically open from late May through September. Indoor pools at 1 Hotel Central Park and Ink48 operate year-round.
Sustainability features you will notice as a guest include in-room filtered water stations that replace single-use plastic bottles, linen and towel reuse programs with opt-in cards rather than opt-out, and EV charging stations in the parking structure or valet area. Some properties also source a portion of their restaurant menu from regional farms within 150 miles of the city, which you can ask about at check-in.
For travelers who want to go deeper on eco-friendly stays in New York, we have a separate page covering eco-friendly luxury hotels and another covering hotels with pools across all boroughs.
The hotels
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
60 Furman Street, Brooklyn, New York, 11201, Brooklyn
8.6173 reviews
LEED GoldLEED Gold certified by the US Green Building Council, with reclaimed wood throughout the interiors and a rooftop garden that supplies herbs to the on-site restaurant
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1 Hotel Central Park
1414 Avenue of the Americas, New York
9.4699 reviews
LEED GoldLEED Gold certified, with living green walls in the lobby, reclaimed wood paneling sourced from regional mills, and a year-round indoor pool
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The Knickerbocker Hotel
6 Times Square, New York
9.03,532 reviews
Energy StarEPA Energy Star certified, with documented energy performance that scores in the top 25% of comparable hotel buildings in the United States
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Gansevoort Meatpacking
18 9th Avenue, New York
9.01,410 reviews
The property has published a switch to 100% renewable electricity for common areas and has documented a 22% reduction in water consumption since 2019 through low-flow fixture retrofits5 min walk to 14th St (A/C/E)
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Kimpton Hotel Eventi by IHG
851 Avenue of the Americas, New York
8.8551 reviews
Enrolled in IHG's Green Engage program with property-level tracking of energy, water, and waste metrics, and a documented 18% reduction in energy intensity per occupied room since 20209 min walk to 50th St (C/E)
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Frequently asked questions
Do any of these eco hotels have year-round pools?＋
Yes. 1 Hotel Central Park and Ink48 both have indoor pools that operate year-round. The rooftop pools at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, The Knickerbocker, and Gansevoort Meatpacking are seasonal, typically open from late May through September or early October depending on weather.
What does LEED Gold mean for a hotel stay?＋
LEED Gold is a certification from the US Green Building Council awarded to buildings that meet specific performance thresholds across energy efficiency, water use, indoor air quality, and materials sourcing. A hotel earning LEED Gold has been audited by a third party and scored between 60 and 79 points on the LEED rating system. You can verify any hotel's current certification status by searching the USGBC project directory at usgbc.org.
How do I know a hotel's sustainability claims are real?＋
Third-party certifications like LEED and Energy Star are the most reliable signal because an independent auditor verifies the data. For Tier 2 hotels on this list, the sustainability claims come from published property-level reports with specific numbers, not brand-level marketing language. You can ask any hotel for its certification number or the name of the report where its metrics appear, and a credible property will provide both.
Are eco hotels with pools more expensive in NYC?＋
Generally yes, though the price gap varies. The two LEED Gold 1 Hotels properties are five-star and priced accordingly, with nightly rates typically starting above $400. The Knickerbocker, Gansevoort, and Ink48 are four-star properties where rates can start closer to $250 to $350 per night depending on season. Booking directly through the hotel's website sometimes unlocks a lower rate than third-party platforms.
Which of these hotels is closest to Central Park?＋
1 Hotel Central Park at 1414 6th Avenue is one block from the southern edge of Central Park at 59th Street. The nearest subway stop, 57th St on the F line, is a 3-minute walk from the hotel entrance.
Do any of these hotels offer EV charging?＋
Yes. 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge and Ink48 both offer EV charging. If EV charging is a priority for your stay, confirm availability and reservation requirements directly with the hotel before booking, as the number of charging stations at each property is limited.
