The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York

Midtown, New York

Virgin rating

Guest Room
Deluxe Studio Suite
Deluxe Studio Suite
One Bedroom Suite, The Benjamin Hotel, New York, East Coast, USA
One Bedroom Suite
Guest Room
Deluxe Studio Suite
Deluxe Studio Suite
One Bedroom Suite, The Benjamin Hotel, New York, East Coast, USA
One Bedroom Suite

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 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.

  • All bookings receive Signature chocolate amenity.

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.

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*Denotes local charge.

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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very pleasant stay

Dec 6, 2023 rumroy Houston, Texas

Stayed here over Thanksgiving holiday and loved it. The room was huge for NYC standards and was very comfortable. The kitchenette was pretty convenient too. Every staff member we interacted with was polite and helpful. Location was great and there’s tons of bars and restaurant options close by. We were a bit worried when we first walked in to the… Read more
Stayed here over Thanksgiving holiday and loved it. The room was huge for NYC standards and was very comfortable. The kitchenette was pretty convenient too. Every staff member we interacted with was polite and helpful. Location was great and there’s tons of bars and restaurant options close by. We were a bit worried when we first walked in to the lobby but were pleasantly surprised when we checked into the room. The lobby could be freshened up a bit and some parts of the room decor, especially the bedside lamps, look a bit garish. But these are minor and just a personal opinion. Overall, one of our favorite stays in NYC. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good clean nice location. Should look good after remodel.

Nov 28, 2023 Stephen D

The staff at the hotel were very helpful and made our stay very nice. Anya the concierge was especially helpful in getting reservations at a couple of nice restaurants. The hotel was clean but the pictures are not what we found when we arrived. The location of the hotel was excellent for our trip.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Most amazing NYC family experience

Nov 25, 2023 Lauren S

I cannot recommend this hotel enough! We just stayed for 4 nights as a family (w/6&9 yr old) over the Thanksgiving holiday and our entire stay from beginning to end was perfect. The king bedroom suite was so spacious and the kitchenette was a lifesaver for our length of stay with two kids. The staff was so helpful and was always there offering… Read more
I cannot recommend this hotel enough! We just stayed for 4 nights as a family (w/6&9 yr old) over the Thanksgiving holiday and our entire stay from beginning to end was perfect. The king bedroom suite was so spacious and the kitchenette was a lifesaver for our length of stay with two kids. The staff was so helpful and was always there offering tips and support. Check in and valet was simple and quick, no issues with noise during our stay and accommodations were very clean. This was the first time my kids have been to NYC and this was a trip we will never forget. We will definitely be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best hotel ever

Nov 20, 2023 Julie E

The best and biggest room in New York !! We chose this hotel because of its size and because we were traveling with a teenager that wanted her privacy. We reserved the king bed suite because it has two separate rooms. A huge living room with pull out sofa and a little kitchenette with a sink and fridge. The room and bathroom was so nice and… Read more
The best and biggest room in New York !! We chose this hotel because of its size and because we were traveling with a teenager that wanted her privacy. We reserved the king bed suite because it has two separate rooms. A huge living room with pull out sofa and a little kitchenette with a sink and fridge. The room and bathroom was so nice and spacious. Although we didn’t have a view it didn’t matter. We were greeted by the nicest bellboy (not sure if that’s what they are still called ) named Jeremiah. He was very attentive and sooo nice. He deserves a raise !! Overall this place was the best hotel we have stayed at in nyc. It was central to everything. We can’t wait to go back!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Oldie, but goodie

Nov 15, 2023 khp_infairfax Fairfax, Virginia

This hotel is starting to show a bit of age, like worn down buttons in the elevator. While it's clear they have made attempts to modernize and update, some things are not quite right, like the shelf added in the bathroom overhangs too far to lift the toilet lid all the way. The pulls on the curtains were very stiff and hard to close, but still… Read more
This hotel is starting to show a bit of age, like worn down buttons in the elevator. While it's clear they have made attempts to modernize and update, some things are not quite right, like the shelf added in the bathroom overhangs too far to lift the toilet lid all the way. The pulls on the curtains were very stiff and hard to close, but still functional. There is no ice machine on the floors, but they were incredibly quick to bring me ice when I called the front desk. Those minor complaints aside, I wouldn't definitely consider staying here again. There is a little min-kitchen with basic plates, bowls, utensils, and glasses as well as a refrigerator and microwave, which would be incredibly convenient if I was staying longer. The robe in the room is perfect, not too thick, so I don't feel swamped in it. The bed was the real show stopper - great pillows and incredibly comfortable, and since I was only here one night for business, that's all I really cared about anyway. Read less