The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Midtown, New York

Virgin rating

Standard Guest Room
Standard Guest Room
Vintage Green
Vintage Green
Vintage Green
Take Care Restaurant
Studio Suite
Take Care Restaurant
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
Vintage Green Conservatory
Vingage Green
Vintage Green
Standard Guest Room
Standard Guest Room
Vintage Green
Vintage Green
Vintage Green
Take Care Restaurant
Studio Suite
Take Care Restaurant
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
One Bedroom Deluxe Suite
Vintage Green Conservatory
Vingage Green
Vintage Green

The hotel

Immerse yourself in the urban lifestyle at The Shelburne Sonesta New York, an ideal base for your next trip to Manhattan. Subtly inspired by Walt Whitman's great love affair with New York City, this hotel offers a collection of spacious guest rooms and apartment-style suites. Located on Lexington Avenue in the heart of Murray Hill, the convenient location treats guests to an authentic taste of city life. Explore the neighbourhood, with its variety of trendy gastro pubs, bars and brunch spots, or enjoy the city's most exciting sights and experiences, such as the Empire State Building and Grand Central Station - all within easy reach. 

Amenities

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

Where is it

On Lexington Avenue, this hotel is surrounded by typical brownstone buildings with cafés, bagel shops, cocktail bars, and gastro pubs nearby. It is a few blocks from Grand Central Station and the Chrysler Building, and just a stroll from sights like the Empire State Building, Bryant Park and Fifth Avenue. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

325 contemporary rooms and suites. All with flatscreen HDTV with cable and pay-per-view movies, iHome docking station, WiFi access*, fridge, coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, and pillow menu. Standard Guest Rooms are 325-350 sq ft with 1 king-size bed or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Studio Apartments are 410 sq ft and have a granite kitchenette with either 1 queen-size bed, 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

One Bedroom Deluxe Apartments are 450-650 sq ft and have a kitchenette, living room, separate bedroom, 2 flat-screen TVs, with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Please note: Glassware and coffee mugs are provided. Dishes, utensils, pots and pans are all are available upon request.

Take Care (modern American bistro, offering all-day dining and drinks). Vintage Green (new rooftop bar offering 360 degree views of Manhattan, with indoor and outdoor seating, serving drinks and small plates). 24-hour fitness centre. Room service*. Grocery delivery service*. Concierge. Complimentary WiFi in lobby. Parking $75 plus tax per day, or $85 plus tax per day for oversized vehicles (payable locally, subject to change).

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),  a one-time $15 laundry credit for the stay​, and complimentary use of the fitness centre. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

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

Please note: The new rooftop bar is due to open in Autumn of 2024.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Central location in NYC

Nov 15, 2024 fairydust24 England, United Kingdom

Definitely not a four star hotel. Arrived late evening and checked in swiftly. Were charged $200 immediately as a ‘deposit’ nothing that was mentioned when booking. We were told we had $15 a day to use against drinks or snacks from reception. ( This equates to 2 cans of drink & 1 bag of chips or cookies ). Two days into our trip this was then… Read more
Definitely not a four star hotel. Arrived late evening and checked in swiftly. Were charged $200 immediately as a ‘deposit’ nothing that was mentioned when booking. We were told we had $15 a day to use against drinks or snacks from reception. ( This equates to 2 cans of drink & 1 bag of chips or cookies ). Two days into our trip this was then downgraded to $10, which gave us two mini cans of drinks. No idea why this was changed, when questioned we were told it’s always been $10, despite a day earlier it being $15? The hotel staff were friendly, and security were friendly! The room was a bit basic, and the bathroom was quite disappointing. The shower was very basic and had a curtain ( something from the 1970’s ) and the grout was dirty. There was no complimentary water & only creamer sachets for a very basic coffee machine. The hotel could definitely with some modernising and it was definitely not the hotel photographed for the website / booking site. Overall, we weren’t in the hotel enough to warrant it being a massive issue: the location is good & that was what mattered to us the most. We used the hotel to sleep & shower and spent every other minute exploring the city. Probably wouldn’t return - but if someone wanted somewhere to stay in a good location I’d recommend this, but would advise it definitely is not of a four star standard. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely hotel for our first time in NYC

Nov 5, 2024 rosheenbarton Liverpool, United Kingdom

Our first time as a family of 3 to NYC. The hotel was brilliant exceeded my expectations. It’s a brilliant hotel that is nestled near the main attractions of NYC. The staff are brilliant and eager to help with anything and have so much knowledge to help first timers like us in NYC. Rooms are spacious and comfortable we had a view of the empire… Read more
Our first time as a family of 3 to NYC. The hotel was brilliant exceeded my expectations. It’s a brilliant hotel that is nestled near the main attractions of NYC. The staff are brilliant and eager to help with anything and have so much knowledge to help first timers like us in NYC. Rooms are spacious and comfortable we had a view of the empire state. Would definitely return. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A pleasant surprise

Nov 2, 2024 Tamah W

Our stay exceeded expectations. It began with a warm welcome from Luis at the front desk, who continued to be very helpful throughout our stay,accommodating our special requests. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. We especially appreciated the small refrigerator which we weren’t expecting. The newly opened rooftop bar offered spectacular… Read more
Our stay exceeded expectations. It began with a warm welcome from Luis at the front desk, who continued to be very helpful throughout our stay,accommodating our special requests. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. We especially appreciated the small refrigerator which we weren’t expecting. The newly opened rooftop bar offered spectacular city views and tasty small bites. Read less
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Oct 26, 2024 John B

Lovely place to stay .. right on the edge of everything we wanted to see in nyc Highly recommend this hotel .. rooms and beds very comfortable Very clean and presentable from the outside to the inside Would I book again.. definitely would I recommend to other people.. definitely
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Oct 15, 2024 Judith F

Sonesta Shelburne had me at HELLO. The warm welcome at check-in from Luis made my day. Ethan Director of Ops granted my wish to see the roof deck (Vintage Green) because it's closed on Sun/Mon. My suite was gracious with a view of the iconic Empire State Building. The team throughout Sonesta Shelburne was accommodating, friendly, and… Read more
Sonesta Shelburne had me at HELLO. The warm welcome at check-in from Luis made my day. Ethan Director of Ops granted my wish to see the roof deck (Vintage Green) because it's closed on Sun/Mon. My suite was gracious with a view of the iconic Empire State Building. The team throughout Sonesta Shelburne was accommodating, friendly, and professional. It was a joy to be back in New York. I found a new home away from home. Read less