The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Hotels
Sonesta Hotels
9 (3279 reviews)
303 Lexington Avenue , New York , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Street noise
Needs furniture update
No response to requests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues with room facilities.
Service
9.86
Multiple reviews highlighted friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.4
Excellent location mentioned in several reviews.
Room Quality
8.35
Some furniture appeared tired; general room size was appreciated.
Amenities
8.88
Positive mentions of amenities like the rooftop bar.
Value for Money
8.84
Perceived good value considering location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Great comments on the rooftop bar's food and cocktails.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall positive sentiment reflecting great stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 10:47

Property Description

Prime Location in Murray Hill Neighborhood

Luxurious Amenities and Services

Near Major Attractions

Experience the ultimate stay at The Shelburne Sonesta New York, conveniently located just steps away from Grand Central Station. Indulge in comfort with spacious guest rooms featuring modern amenities like kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and cozy seating areas. Stay active at the 24-hour fitness center or catch up on work at the business center. With the Empire State Building and United Nations Headquarters nearby, exploring iconic landmarks is a breeze. Don't miss out on the convenience of the grocery shopping service and proximity to attractions like Rockefeller Center and the Museum of Modern Art. Book now for an unforgettable New York City getaway.

Important information:

The resort fee includes:

- $10 daily cupboard credit
- Premium wireless internet access for all your devices
- Unlimited local/national calls
- 24/7 fitness center access
- One-time $15 Dry Cleaning Service credit for your stay
- Must be redeemed daily and cannot roll over. Not valid on day of departureGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGA

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 67.86
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type: Regular
  • Entrance Door Width: 136
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Distance From The Elevator To The Accessible Room: 11
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: Yes_impaired
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3279 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Viktoriia family_with_children cy
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
Evgeniia family_with_children si
6
Broken AC, Poor Cleanliness, and Dismissive Staff
Pros:

Location is nice

Cons:

We checked in on August 21 in room 602, and unfortunately the experience was disappointing.

The air conditioner was extremely noisy and did not work properly. Every time I tried to change the settings or turn it off, within about five seconds it would reset to 72°F and start making noise again. The maintenance staff member who came to check it repeatedly insisted that I was using it incorrectly, even though he tried himself and got exactly the same result. He then came up with another explanation that did not make sense and eventually simply disconnected the AC. Fortunately, the weather allowed us to sleep with the window open, but it was very unpleasant to be treated as if we were imagining the problem instead of having it properly addressed.

The room was also not properly cleaned when we arrived: there were hairs on the towels and a peanut on the floor. The peanut was never removed during our entire stay and was still there when we left.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children nz
8
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Rooftop restaurant and bar view of the city is amazing.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children nz
8
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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NIENCHEN couple tw
10
Great stay😍
Pros:

We were very lucky to get upgraded to a spacious double room with a large living area and a kitchenette. The room was very comfortable and made our stay even more enjoyable. The staff were also friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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NIENCHEN couple tw
10
A wonderful second stay with a spacious room, friendly staff, and great service!
Pros:

Everything was great! The double room was very spacious, and the staff were friendly and helpful. This was my second stay here, and I had another great experience. The luggage storage service was also very convenient. I would definitely stay here again!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Tigran couple us
10
Usually I don't write comments, but this time I was impressed by everything. Cleanliness, staff, room size. Everythi
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Sebastiano family_with_children it
5
Nice location but dirty room
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dirty room

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Katherine couple us
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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NicMTL Business
10
Would gladly go back
Pros:

Stayed 5 nights in August 2026. Had a lovely, large, suite with a balcony. It was a corner room on the 12th floor and the balcony overlooked the Empire State Building. Extremely quiet property catering to business clientele and families. Did not try the restaurant. Most if not all rooms have kitchenettes which is very convenient. Classic subdued decor. Very easy to get around with the various subway stops nearby and close to LGA because of the midtown tunnel.

2026-08-26 via Tripadvisor
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David couple gb
7
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Andre family_with_children gb
7
Great location for anyone wanting to get all over Manhattan!
Pros:

Great location in Manhattan. Can walk everywhere. Lovely rooftop bar / restaurant

Cons:

No kids allowed in the roof top restaurant in the evening.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Ana family_with_children me
10
Room was spacious, location is exceptionall, there was enough towels and everything was nice
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Eric couple us
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Teddy family_with_children fr
7
Idéal pour séjour long à 4 avec enfants.
Pros:

Bon emplacement à quelques minutes du métro. Super bar et restaurant au Rooftop

Cons:

Cheveux (en quantité) sur les pouf. Ils ont fait des travaux dans ma chambre et sont repartis en laissant la chambre salle. Dommage car l’établissement est vraiment top. Faut réclamer la plaque électrique et le matériel de cuisson qui n’est pas donné d’office.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Eric couple us
10
It was a great value integrate New York location.
Pros:

The rooms were comfortable and very clean. The lobby had many spaces for conversation and Work.

Cons:

The coffee provided in the room was undrinkable. The process for extending our stay by one night was a little bit convoluted and cumbersome.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Eric couple us
9
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Laurent extended_group fr
8
Bien
Pros:

Le rooftop , très belle vue et bon restaurant . La proximité de la gare centrale ,

Cons:

Ménage très superficiel. Meuble de salle de bain très petit pour 3 personnes .on entend le bruit de l extérieur.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Mariselie solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee