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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
The Whitby Hotel
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 8 weeks.
Latest edition
1
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
6
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
latest edition
Total links
21
all time
Location
18 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to The Whitby Hotel at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in New York for couples”New York, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks15 quotes
“best hotels in New York for couples”
New York, US5 of 6 AIs10 weeks15 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“An exceptionally rated luxury boutique hotel featuring chic, colorful design and an intimate atmosphere ideal for couples.”
ChatGPT · 10-19
“A stylish, colorful boutique hotel with intimate spaces, ideal for anniversaries and romantic city breaks.”
ChatGPT · 08-10
“A colorful, design-forward Midtown boutique hotel just blocks from Central Park with an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“Playful, stylish design and a quiet, intimate vibe ideal for couples seeking charm.”
ChatGPT · 07-27
“Features colorful designer interiors and a charming boutique atmosphere for couples.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“A stylish boutique hotel with individually designed rooms and an artistic, romantic aesthetic.”
“boutique hotels in Manhattan, New York”New York, US5 of 6 AIs17 weeks30 quotes
“boutique hotels in Manhattan, New York”
New York, US5 of 6 AIs17 weeks30 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“An exceptionally fashionable Midtown boutique hotel praised for its brilliant individual interior designs by Kit Kemp and a private on-site cinema.”
Google AI Mode · 10-05
“A vibrant and colorful Midtown boutique hotel featuring bold contemporary interiors and a private cinema.”
Google AI Mode · 09-07
“A vibrant and fashion-forward Midtown masterpiece complete with an on-site private movie theater.”
Gemini · 08-24
“A stunning Midtown boutique choice celebrated for its bold contemporary interior design and art-filled spaces.”
Google AI Mode · 08-24
“A top-ranked, fashion-forward boutique property featuring bold interior design and a prime location near Central Park.”
Google AI Mode · 08-17
“Located in Midtown, this vibrant boutique hotel showcases bold contemporary art, individually styled rooms, and private terraces.”
“best hotels in Manhattan, New York”New York, US4 of 6 AIs9 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in Manhattan, New York”
New York, US4 of 6 AIs9 weeks9 quotes
Google AI Mode · 08-10
“This vibrant Midtown design masterpiece features brilliantly imaginative, color-rich interiors by Kit Kemp and exceptional individual room character.”
Copilot · 07-27
“Boutique hotel with artistic interiors and excellent service near Central Park.”
ChatGPT · 07-06
“Offers contemporary interiors, personalized service, and a quieter Midtown setting.”
Google AI Mode · 06-08
“A highly-rated boutique luxury hotel in Midtown offering stylish, individually designed rooms and a wonderful afternoon tea.”
Google AI Mode · 05-25
“Situated in Midtown Manhattan, this colorful property seamlessly blends a sophisticated contemporary atmosphere with top-tier customer service.”
Google AI Mode · 05-18
“Situated perfectly in Midtown, this beautifully styled luxury property stands out for its unique, artful design and exceptional guest care.”
“best hotels in New York”New York, US3 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in New York”
New York, US3 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
Perplexity · 08-03
“Stylish, art-forward boutique hotel with thoughtful design and strong dining options.”
Perplexity · 07-20
“Chic, design-forward boutique hotel near Midtown attractions.”
Gemini · 06-22
“Situated just steps from Central Park, it is celebrated for its colorful, whimsical interiors designed by Kit Kemp and its vibrant contemporary art collection.”
Gemini · 06-15
“Perfect for art and design enthusiasts, this Midtown gem stands out with its bold, colorful interiors conceptualized by designer Kit Kemp.”
ChatGPT · 05-18
“A stylish boutique luxury hotel with artistic interiors and an intimate atmosphere near Central Park.”
Gemini · 05-11
“Known for its vibrant Kit Kemp design, this boutique hotel provides a colorful and art-filled sanctuary near Central Park.”
“hotels near Central Park, New York”New York, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“hotels near Central Park, New York”
New York, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
Perplexity · 06-08
“Stylish design-forward boutique near Central Park with personalized service.”
ChatGPT · 04-27
“Highly rated boutique hotel near Central Park known for its design, service, and proximity to attractions.”
“luxury hotels in New York”New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“luxury hotels in New York”
New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Copilot · 07-27
“Stylish boutique hotel with vibrant design and Central Park proximity.”
“best hotels in New York for solo travelers”New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in New York for solo travelers”
New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 07-20
“An elegant luxury hotel close to Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and Midtown attractions.”
“best hotels in New York for business travelers”New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in New York for business travelers”
New York, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 05-25
“Offers a refined boutique atmosphere with excellent meeting spaces and walkability to business districts.”
“boutique hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“boutique hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”
San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Perplexity · 04-27
“Stylish, art-forward boutique property offering intimate feel and standout dining.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| October 19, 2026 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 27, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | 3 |
| June 15, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 8, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| May 4, 2026 | — | 4 | — | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| April 27, 2026 | 3 | — | 3 | — | — | — | 6 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (21 links)
Direct 81%OTA 5%Other 14%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20260 links / 1 mentions
October 19, 20261 links / 2 mentions
August 3, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 27, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 15, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 8, 20262 links / 2 mentions
May 4, 20265 links / 5 mentions
April 27, 20266 links / 6 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other