The Shelburne Sonesta New York

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Penthouse, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
303 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY, 10016
  • Grand Central Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Empire State Building
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Times Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 700 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guestroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(105 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite Queen Bed Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Guest Room Two Beds Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Shelburne Sonesta New York

4-star hotel in Manhattan
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a health club and a bar/lounge. Additionally, WiFi in public areas, valet parking, and a business center are onsite.
The Shelburne Sonesta New York offers 325 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 4-star property offers access to a business center and 2 meeting rooms.

Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Event facilities measuring 1275 square feet (118 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly hotel also offers a health club, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

The Shelburne Sonesta New York is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Take Care Restaurant - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Vintage Green - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 75 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Take Care Restaurant
  • Vintage Green

Things to do

  • Health club

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 1,275 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1929
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 48.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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The Shelburne Sonesta New York Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1022 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1636 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1636 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bridget, Coral Gables

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location for those who want to avoid the crowds of Times Square, etc. The staff was top-notch- friendly & professional & helpful. It’s a smaller hotel which means you won’t wait long for an elevator & both elevators worked! The rooms were big by NYC standards. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

G. Kwame

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel even through it is old was trending to a solid 4 stars , however , the last 2 nights the bed sheets were incredibly itchy that made it impossible to sleep !! I asked a very nice maid who said the hotel recently changed laundry companies and sometimes when get new sheets powder is coming off them and burn her eyes ! When I approached the from desk they didn't seem very concerned and told me to fill out a survey ? There's a lot to like about this hotel but until they do something about the laundry service I can't go back !!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wasn't happy to have to pay a $49 resort fee upon checking in. I am not sure what a resort fee provided for me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Very convenient!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
I tried to work with concierge had two calls and a few emails. There was no follow through. It was a special event stay and I was disappointed. Front desk staff was not much help. No bell hop to assist with taking things to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Orville

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay here again

I stayed in the city for at post-opt recovery. The room was a great space and it was convenient for my needs. The staff were very accommodating and kind. All of my appointments were within a walkable distance.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property needs a refresh
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam, Glenburn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room upgrade was amazing! Penthouse with great views of the Empire State Building!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was easy walk to grand central and perfect Murray hill location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and a quiet neighborhood for Manhattan. I heartily recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meet all my needs. Thanks much
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris, virginia beah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large spacious and clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Claressa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I wait for a table while everyone was being helped. EVEN AFTER PLACING A RESERVATION IBWAS OVER LOKKED SEVERAL TIMES. AND I HEARD THE GIRL TELL OTHER FOLKS IT WOULD TAKE A WHILE WITHOUT A RESERVATION AND THEY STILL WAS SERVICED BEFORE ME. HORRIBLE.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great Hotel

The staff was perhaps the friendliest staff I have encountered. Julie was a joy at 2:30 in the morning when we finally arrived after a 4 hour delay. The only 3 things - the walls seemed really thin, the house cleaners knocked on our door at 8:30 even though we were checking out at 11:30 (did I mention we had only gotten in at 2:30), and there was no a/c!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025