The Shelburne Sonesta New York

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Grand Central Terminal

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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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The Shelburne Sonesta New York offers a convenient base in Manhattan's heart. Guests enjoy American dishes at Take Care Restaurant, relaxation at the health club and bar, and helpful 24-hour front desk staff ensuring a comfortable stay near Grand Central.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ¥32,162
¥44,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed (Guestroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(112 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite Queen Bed Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Guest Room Two Beds Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Manhattan, a neighborhood in New York, The Shelburne Sonesta New York is near a metro station. Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Manhattan Cruise Terminal and Cape Liberty Cruise Port. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Madison Square Garden. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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10016, NY, New York, 303 Lexington Avenue

What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Empire State Building - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Broadway - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 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) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Junction - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pod 39 Rooftop Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lucid Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Take Care Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vintage Green Rooftop - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Upscale hotel near Grand Central Terminal
Located close to Empire State Building and Times Square, The Shelburne Sonesta New York provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a health club. The on-site American cuisine bistro, Take Care Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 25+ Mbps, and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Concierge services, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 325 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and free cribs/infant beds
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 48-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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

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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Frequently asked questions

Is The Shelburne Sonesta New York pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shelburne Sonesta New York on Oct 19, 2025 start from ¥32,162, 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.

How much is parking at The Shelburne Sonesta New York?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per day.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shelburne Sonesta New York located?

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building. Broadway and Times Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 7 minutes by foot and 5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

The Shelburne Sonesta New York Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1145 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1788 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved the staff, and the hotel is super close to all tourist places
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in all ways!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was in a nice quiet location, walkable to shopping, food & transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abdulrasaq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the hotel was within proximity of a lot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, amazing location
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is amazing to get around, train station, food and drink.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Farhaan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel. A bit expensive for quality and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in a great section of Manhattan Walkable area with plenty of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fantasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very polite, and hotel was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen lugar para alojamiento, muy limpio y excelente atención del personal. Fue una agradable estancia y lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, excellent location, very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel! Friendly staff and excellent location. Rooms are clean and the amenities are nice too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in perfect location! Close to the heart of everything in a slightly more quiet residential area. The staff were very friendly and the hotel has a nice relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff I interacted with were great, especially the front desk and doorman. I would happily stay in this hotel again, the location was great, only a few blocks away from Grand central.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the place, staff was super nice. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

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

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From our arrival the staff were very helpful and friendly a special mention for Dennis and Adam on the door first class service couldn’t do enough for us. We ate in both restaurants and had great food. Our first visit and we will definitely stay again lovely hotel and room was very spacious for New York.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La situation géographique, proche de tout a pied
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Rooftop bar was magical
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lennart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again. Front desk was very friendly and accommodating. Overall ac great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025