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New York Marriott East Side

Critics' Pick

525 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10017 40.755469 -73.973047
nr. 49th St. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-755-4000 | 800-242-8684 | Fax: 212-751-3440 Send to Phone

Price Range: Moderate, Expensive
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Type of Hotel: Good for Business Travelers, Historic New York

Map Rate & Review

Sample Room Rates

Singles and doubles, $199-$549; junior suites, $459-$750

Official Website

marriott.com

Nearby Subway Stops

E, V at Lexington Ave.-53rd St.; 6 at 51st St.

Parking

Valet Parking
Nearby Parking Lots - Validated

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Hotel Amenities

Concierge
Dry Cleaning
Express Checkout
Fax Services
Gym
Handicapped Accessible
Hotel Bar/Lounge
Hotel Restaurant
Hotel Shops
Laundry
Room Service
Valet Parking
WiFi Service

Room Amenities

Hair Dryer
In-Room Safe
Internet Access
Meeting/Conference Rooms
Non-Smoking Rooms
TV
WiFi service

Profile

Built by Jackie O’s grandfather and opened in 1924 as the Shelton Towers, this 35-story, 646-room hotel may now be a Marriott, but it retains a decidedly historic feel. Gargoyles adorn the detailed exterior and the main floor’s oak paneling, marble floors, and lounge seem more suited to a private club than a hotel lobby. The rooms themselves are also old-fashioned, though complemented by a full set of contemporary amenities. Guests have access to all that the elegant East Midtown neighborhood has to offer. — E.J. Samson

Pros

Ritzy midtown location.

Cons
Constant traffic along Lexington Avenue can create valet service hold ups.

Claim to Fame
The Marriott East Side was once home to painter Georgia O'Keefe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz. Harry Houdini performed one of his great escape acts in the now-closed basement pool.