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The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Grand Central Terminal

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A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a cash register, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a large decorative urn, and a view of the Empire State Building.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a city view.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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303 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY, 10016
  • Place, Grand Central Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Empire State Building
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rockefeller Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite Queen Bed Deluxe

A modern hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a city view.

One Bedroom Suite Queen Bed Deluxe

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guestroom)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guestroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(127 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Guest Room Two Beds Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Guest Room Two Beds Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a city view.

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a window with a view of buildings and a cityscape.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a window with a view of buildings and a cityscape.

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a city view.

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a city view, and artwork on the walls.

Two Queen Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom Two Queen Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a potted plant, and a window with a view of buildings.

One Bedroom Two Queen Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Two Queen Terrace Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a city view, and artwork on the walls.

One Bedroom Two Queen Terrace Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

New York

Manhattan stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Manhattan hotel, you'll find Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building. Times Square and Rockefeller Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Empire State Building - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Times Square - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 6 min walk
  • 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) - 7 min walk
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zucker's Bagels & Smoked Fish - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Park Avenue Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪City Beer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Shelburne Sonesta New York

4-star hotel near Grand Central Terminal
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms.

Event space at this hotel measures 1275 square feet (118 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Shelburne Sonesta New York also features a health club, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star New York hotel is smoke free.

  • 325 guestrooms or units
  • 1275 sq ft of conference space
  • 118 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1929
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

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

Things to do

  • Health club

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 48.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 75 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shelburne Sonesta New York to the airport?

The Shelburne Sonesta New York is 9.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shelburne Sonesta New York?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shelburne Sonesta New York on Aug 23, 2026 start from CA $251, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Shelburne Sonesta New York have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Shelburne Sonesta New York.

How close is The Shelburne Sonesta New York to the beach?

This hotel is 18.9 mi (46-min drive) from Coney Island Beach.

Does The Shelburne Sonesta New York offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Shelburne Sonesta New York, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Shelburne Sonesta New York?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Resorts World Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Shelburne Sonesta New York?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Shelburne Sonesta New York?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 75 per day.

Does The Shelburne Sonesta New York have a pool?

The Shelburne Sonesta New York does not have a pool.

Does The Shelburne Sonesta New York have a restaurant?

The Shelburne Sonesta New York is home to Take Care Restaurant, which features American cuisine and brunch.

Does The Shelburne Sonesta New York have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Shelburne Sonesta New York to downtown New York?

The Shelburne Sonesta New York is 2.9 mi away from New York.

The Shelburne Sonesta New York Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1358 out of 2019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 2019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 2019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 2019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 2019 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay with a family
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very comfortable bed. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, larger than average rooms, wonderful rooftop bar
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location that is easy to get around to many areas of the city. Staff and rooms were helpful, polite and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Decent one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

daphna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best stay at this hidden gem. The staff were beyond accommodating and made me feel safe and welcome while I was there. I will be staying here ever time I come back to NYC.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adelina

Great location. Comfortable stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was definitely one of the better hotels in which I’ve stayed in NYC. Large rooms, friendly staff, respectful guests and the rooftop is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frida Nohemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, walkable and great food on site
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean-Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best is the vintage green rooftop. Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious suites!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness
An older hotel, with more spacious than average rooms. Nicely refreshed in recents years. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best weekend at the Shelburne Sonesta. We were celebrating a big birthday and the staff treated us so well and made it a very special occasion. We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff and overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeakeitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great from checking in and check out. The room was very clean and just about an eight minute walk to Times Square. I like that it had an attached restaurant which we did get a chance to have a late lunch the food was great !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Prachi Arunkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall clean and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great close by subway station. Room is clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very helpful staff at reception desk and overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zacchaeus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff were really nice and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and surprisingly large room in a NYC hotel. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooftop restaurant well worth the visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay. Was nice room comfy bed. Beautiful bathroom. They held our luggage after we checked out so we could enjoy the St Patricks Day parade. Great trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026