The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York

Midtown, New York

Virgin rating

One Bedroom Suite
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Guest Room
One Bedroom Suite
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Guest Room

The hotel

The Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel, a landmark hotel located in Midtown Manhattan with it’s classic décor and intimate boutique setting provides a sense of sophisticated glamour in New York City.  Located at 50th and Lexington Avenue, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York exudes old-world Manhattan with oversized rooms and suites (many with kitchenettes). The hotel offers quick access to the best luxury boutiques on 5th Avenue, Rockefeller Centre and St. Patrick’s Cathedral and array of fine dining options. Fitness Center located on the 3rd floor open 24 hours. Laundry and pressing services available. Complimentary newspapers available in the lobby. The Cupboard conveniently located in the lobby provides snacks, beverages and sundries for purchase without going far.

Amenities

  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Situated on the corner of East 50th Street and Lexington Avenue in Midtown Manhattan; close to Fifth Avenue, Grand Central Terminal, the Rockefeller Centre and Bloomingdales. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

209 guest rooms and suites, all of which have been recently refurbished as of July 2024. All with air-conditioning, 42” HD flat-screen cable TV, iPod alarm clock, kitchenette, mini-fridge, bathrobes, WiFi access*. 

Guest Rooms are 250–275 sq ft and have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Studios are 300–350 sq ft, and have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

One Bedroom Suites are 450–550 sq ft with a separate living area with 1 queen-size sleeper sofa, and 1 queen-size or 1 king-size bed in the bedroom, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

  • Book by 31 July 2024  to receive up to 20% off stays between 1 Jan– 31 Mar '25. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types.

The National Bar & Dining Rooms (classic NYC bistro dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner, temporarily closed). 

Winks’ Kidzzz Club. 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness room and steam room. 

Laundry/dry-cleaning services*. 24/7 reception team, concierge and shoe shine services. Complimentary WiFi in public areas.

This hotel has a facility fee of $39 plus tax, per room per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Fee includes: $15 daily credit to our Cupboard, complimentary Wi-Fi access, unlimited local/long distance calls (excluding international), complimentary use of the Fitness Center, a one-time $15 laundry credit for the stay. (inclusions are subject to availability and change).

One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Building work will be taking place Weekdays, Monday-Friday from  8;00am – 5:00pm untill June '24.

Please note: Due to the temporary closure of the hotel restaurant and room service, staff will provide detailed information at check-in of local dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner (including order-in options). There is also a lobby market available for guests craving a quick snack, with items including chips/crisps, cookies, nuts, water, assorted soft drinks and juices.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Check-in time at 4 pm and got in room at 6 pm. Longer to get in room than to fly to NYC. Pathetic.

Jul 7, 2024 bethablank New York City, New York

We are staying 5 nights in a king one bedroom suite. We arrived at 4:25 pm and were told that our room was not ready. (Check-in time is 4:00 pm.) We got in our room at nearly 6:00 PM. We were told that there was only one person cleaning rooms and that our room had been trashed and they had allowed a late check out and that is why our room was… Read more
We are staying 5 nights in a king one bedroom suite. We arrived at 4:25 pm and were told that our room was not ready. (Check-in time is 4:00 pm.) We got in our room at nearly 6:00 PM. We were told that there was only one person cleaning rooms and that our room had been trashed and they had allowed a late check out and that is why our room was not ready. How trashed had that room been/did they let the people check out at 5 pm? Because there is NO way that it took 1.5 hours to clean. I have stayed here in the past and the suite was much bigger. We are supposedly in a renovated suite but doesn’t feel that way to me. I’m in a position to send a lot of business to this hotel and sadly I will not. I’m here for work and will deal, but never again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great room, nice staff

Jul 3, 2024 elizabethv114 Grand Rapids, Michigan

We stayed here to celebrate a 10th birthday in the city and we were very impressed with how nice and helpful the staff was, and how big and updated our room was. The hotel was quiet- even with renovations ongoing it felt like we were the only guests. The remodeling has taken 1 elevator out of service leaving 1 elevator in service, but we never… Read more
We stayed here to celebrate a 10th birthday in the city and we were very impressed with how nice and helpful the staff was, and how big and updated our room was. The hotel was quiet- even with renovations ongoing it felt like we were the only guests. The remodeling has taken 1 elevator out of service leaving 1 elevator in service, but we never waited long and it was not an inconvenience. We walked everywhere - Rockefeller Center is a short distance away and Broadway a little beyond that. Very close to subway stations as well. The only drawback was that we weren't offered any snacks to pick out in exchange for the NYC hotel/resort fee every hotel is charging now that Airbnbs aren't competing for their business (I am seeing other reviews saying they were offered a daily snack credit). That would have been the cherry on top for my kids. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect Location and Huge Rooms for New York

Jul 1, 2024 laice g St. Albans, United Kingdom

We stayed at this hotel in New York for our mini-moon, and it was a fantastic experience! The location is perfect—super easy to find and navigate, right in the heart of the city. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Although there was some building work going on, it didn't disrupt our… Read more
We stayed at this hotel in New York for our mini-moon, and it was a fantastic experience! The location is perfect—super easy to find and navigate, right in the heart of the city. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Although there was some building work going on, it didn't disrupt our stay at all. Our room was spacious, especially for New York standards, and while it could use a bit of updating, the location and value for money made it more than worthwhile. We loved every moment of our stay and will definitely be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Major Disappointment for a Loyal Customer

Jun 11, 2024 rechk Pompano Beach, Florida

What a major disappointment with this hotel. I have been a loyal customer of this property for over 25 years. The current renovation project is a DISASTER! Construction dust, noise, sewer gas odors in my suite, and limited elevator service. To compound this problem, the property had the audacity to charge a $42 /day “Facility Fee”……for WHAT???… Read more
What a major disappointment with this hotel. I have been a loyal customer of this property for over 25 years. The current renovation project is a DISASTER! Construction dust, noise, sewer gas odors in my suite, and limited elevator service. To compound this problem, the property had the audacity to charge a $42 /day “Facility Fee”……for WHAT??? Particularly for a hotel with NO DINING OPTIONS on the premises. For shame that they have the chutzpah to charge such a fee — under the current conditions!!!! Read less
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May 26, 2024 Melinda N

Anya is a consierres at the Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel. Even before I arrived at the hotel, I wrote emails to Anya, who wrote me back each time very quickly with suggestions for restaurants, jazz clubs, siteseeing, and so on. I got wonderful recommendations each time. Many of the places were within walking distance as well. If you stay at the… Read more
Anya is a consierres at the Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel. Even before I arrived at the hotel, I wrote emails to Anya, who wrote me back each time very quickly with suggestions for restaurants, jazz clubs, siteseeing, and so on. I got wonderful recommendations each time. Many of the places were within walking distance as well. If you stay at the Benjamin, know you are in good hands with Anya and any direction you need! Qick responses with detailed and links to all venues. Anya was efficient, thorough, accurate, and friendly! Highly recommend! Read less