New York City is like the melting pot of the world. It is probably the only place on Earth where you can find every nationality. It is also a melting pot of cultures brought about by the migration of the early part of the 20th century. Some say that this migration is not yet finished because year in and year out there are still many people coming to New York. Well, you may not be migrating to New York City but if you are planning to visit it one day, you should probably think about a few important things so you can find the perfect New York hotel for you.

For a place with one of the highest number of annual visitors, there is an understandable number of hotels. Finding a New York hotel should be easy, especially if you are booking months in advance. The trick is finding the right New York hotel for your needs and wants.

Here are a few things that you should consider before you decide on a New York hotel. Answer the following questions and it will help you make the right decisions.

1. What is the purpose of your stay?
Is it for leisure or for business? Perhaps you're going there for your honeymoon? If that's the case, then you might want to spend a bit more than the usual so you can get a full service New York hotel where they will pamper you and treat you like royalty. And why not? It's your honeymoon after all and you deserve to be treated that way.

And also, if you are going on a leisure trip, you probably would want a hotel situated in the middle of the city. It's a good place to stay where every major tourist destination is just a short ride from your hotel room. This also applies if you are there for your honeymoon.

If the purpose of your stay is purely business, perhaps you need a fast and reliable Internet access. There is still a lot of hotels who don't offer this and it would be wise if you ask or request for it in advance. A telephone comes as a standard amenity and should always be available in every hotel.

2. Who are you going with?

The number of your visiting party determines the size your New York hotel room. It also determines your travel budget. The amenities that you will need will also greatly rely on this information. If you are traveling with your children, you might prefer to get a family suite or if your kids are old enough, you can get a separate room for them. And if you are traveling alone, perhaps a single bed room with less luxuries may already be enough for your stay.

3. How much is your budget?

This last question might be an obvious one but you'll be surprised how some people consider this last. Determining your travel budget early in your planning stage will help you decide the type of New York hotel room that you will need. Work everything within your budget and try not to go overboard.