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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.
Freehand New York
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 10 weeks.
Latest edition
2
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
7
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
latest edition
Total links
35
all time
Location
23 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10010
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Freehand New York 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”New York, US5 of 6 AIs7 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in New York”
New York, US5 of 6 AIs7 weeks9 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“An ultra-exclusive sanctuary in Midtown featuring spacious suites with working fireplaces and world-class wellness spaces.”
Copilot · 10-05
“An ultra-luxury hotel offering refined dining, a world-class spa, and exclusive atmosphere in Midtown.”
Gemini · 10-05
“Provides an ultra-luxury sanctuary in Midtown featuring world-class dining, an atmospheric jazz club, and a premier spa.”
Gemini · 09-28
“An exceptionally upscale 5-star hotel offering world-class dining, a jazz club, and a refined spa in the heart of Manhattan.”
Gemini · 09-21
“An upscale sanctuary offering exquisite Japanese and Italian dining, an exceptional jazz club, and a world-class spa.”
Perplexity · 07-27
“Chic, affordable luxury with vibrant common spaces and several dining options.”
“luxury hotels in New York”New York, US4 of 6 AIs6 weeks9 quotes
“luxury hotels in New York”
New York, US4 of 6 AIs6 weeks9 quotes
ChatGPT · 10-19
“Ultra-luxury Midtown retreat with spacious suites, spa facilities, and an indoor pool, ideal for privacy and the ultimate splurge.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“An ultra-luxury, exclusive retreat with spacious suites, a spa, and refined dining, matching the request for top-tier luxury hotels in New York.”
Gemini · 10-12
“An exclusive urban sanctuary featuring world-class Japanese and Italian dining, a jazz club, and an exceptional spa.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Aman New York offers unmatched exclusivity with world-class dining, a spa, and a private jazz club.”
Gemini · 10-05
“An ultra-luxury 5-star hotel offering world-class dining, an extensive spa, and a sophisticated jazz club in Midtown Manhattan.”
ChatGPT · 09-28
“Ultra-luxury hotel offering exceptional privacy, spacious suites, a major spa, and a prime Fifth Avenue location.”
“best hotels in New York for solo travelers”New York, US3 of 6 AIs21 weeks31 quotes
“best hotels in New York for solo travelers”
New York, US3 of 6 AIs21 weeks31 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“A social atmosphere with bars, communal spaces, and a café makes it great for solo travelers who want to meet people.”
Google AI Mode · 11-02
“Offering vibrant social spaces, a lively rooftop bar, and cozy single-room options, it is a fantastic choice for independent explorers looking for a community vibe.”
Gemini · 10-19
“Housed in a historic former residential hotel, it offers an artsy, community-driven atmosphere with lively bars and restaurants that make solo dining feel effortless.”
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“Features efficiently laid-out petite solo rooms and a vibrant social atmosphere ideal for meeting fellow travelers.”
Google AI Mode · 10-05
“Offers smartly designed compact and bunk-style rooms ideal for solo budget-conscious travelers alongside vibrant social and rooftop lounge spaces.”
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“Offers efficiently laid-out solo rooms with a vibrant social atmosphere and fantastic communal spaces perfect for meeting people.”
“best hotels in Manhattan, New York”New York, US3 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
“best hotels in Manhattan, New York”
New York, US3 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
ChatGPT · 10-19
“It is an ultra-luxury hotel on Fifth Avenue known for privacy and wellness amenities.”
ChatGPT · 09-28
“Ultra-luxury hotel with spacious suites, a large spa, and a prime Fifth Avenue location near Central Park.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“An ultra-luxury sanctuary offering serene, minimalist suites with working fireplaces and unmatched exclusivity in Midtown.”
ChatGPT · 09-21
“An ultra-luxury Midtown retreat focused on privacy, spacious accommodations, and an extensive three-floor wellness experience.”
Gemini · 06-01
“A luxurious urban sanctuary in the historic Crown Building, featuring massive suites and an unparalleled wellness spa.”
“affordable hotels in New York under $200”New York, US2 of 6 AIs6 weeks7 quotes
“affordable hotels in New York under $200”
New York, US2 of 6 AIs6 weeks7 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-28
“A centrally located hotel in NoMad that can provide relatively affordable accommodations depending on the dates.”
Gemini · 07-20
“Located in the Flatiron District, this trendy hotel offers affordable private room options with top-rated food and beverage spots on-site.”
Gemini · 06-01
“Situated in the Flatiron District, it features artistic, trendy accommodations with smaller queen or bunk configurations that regularly fit sub-$200 budgets.”
Gemini · 05-11
“Located in the Flatiron District, this artistic hotel offers smaller standard rooms and 'bunk' options that often fit within budget.”
Gemini · 05-04
“Located in the Flatiron District, this trendy hotel offers a variety of room types including small 'shoebox' rooms and bunks that typically fall under $200.”
Gemini · 05-04
“Located in the Flatiron District, this stylish hotel offers bunk rooms and standard queens that frequently dip below the $200 mark.”
“best hotels in New York for couples”New York, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“best hotels in New York for couples”
New York, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“Provides an intimate, high-end atmosphere featuring upscale dining, a jazz club, and an exceptional spa for couples.”
ChatGPT · 06-01
“Ultra-luxury accommodations, a world-class spa, and spacious suites make it ideal for special romantic occasions.”
“boutique hotels in Manhattan, New York”New York, US2 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
“boutique hotels in Manhattan, New York”
New York, US2 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
Copilot · 09-14
“Trendy boutique hotel with stylish quarters, two restaurants, and a vibrant artistic atmosphere.”
Copilot · 07-20
“Hip boutique hotel with an artistic vibe, cocktail bar, and multiple dining options.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“Creative and design-forward Flatiron-area hotel popular with younger travelers and remote workers.”
ChatGPT · 05-25
“A lively and budget-friendly boutique hotel with stylish interiors and a strong social atmosphere.”
ChatGPT · 05-11
“A creative and social boutique-style hotel offering strong value and a vibrant atmosphere in Flatiron.”
ChatGPT · 05-04
“A trendy boutique hotel blending creative design with lively social spaces and great dining options.”
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 | 2 |
| October 19, 2026 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| October 12, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| October 5, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| September 28, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| September 21, 2026 | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| June 1, 2026 | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | 2 | 7 |
| May 11, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| May 4, 2026 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 6 |
| April 27, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
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 (35 links)
Direct 83%Google Travel 14%Other 3%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20262 links / 2 mentions
October 19, 20261 links / 3 mentions
October 12, 20262 links / 2 mentions
October 5, 20265 links / 5 mentions
September 28, 20263 links / 3 mentions
September 21, 20265 links / 5 mentions
June 1, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 11, 20262 links / 2 mentions
May 4, 20266 links / 6 mentions
April 27, 20262 links / 2 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other