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The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with spa, near 5th Avenue

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Terrace/patio
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Smart TV, iPod dock
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
In the heart of Manhattan, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York offers a haven with a 24-hour gym, snack bar/deli, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Take in the city views from the terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi - guests rave about the helpful staff and proximity to Grand Central Terminal.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$289 nightly
The total price is $337
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Boutique city luxury
This hotel in the heart of the city center offers a luxurious boutique experience. Modern elegance meets urban sophistication.
Dreamy sleep experience
Hotel rooms feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Blackout drapes and hypo-allergenic options ensure perfect slumber and peaceful mornings.

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

One Bedroom Suite Queen Bed Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

One Bedroom Suite King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Guestroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

The Fifty Sonesta Hotel New York

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,279 reviews
$241 nightly
The price is $282
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
125 E 50th St, New York, NY, 10022

What's nearby

  • 5th Avenue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Times Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Broadway - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 16 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 23 min drive
  • Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 27 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 39 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 47 min drive
  • Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station - 5 min drive
  • Grand Central - 42 St. Station - 8 min walk
  • New York W 32nd St. Station - 27 min walk
  • 51 St. Station - 1 min walk
  • Lexington Av.-53 St. Station - 5 min walk
  • 5 Av.-53 St. Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnipper's Quality Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New York Luncheonette - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lex Yard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Bellezza Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York

When you stay at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue and Grand Central Terminal. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa. A 24-hour fitness center and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences at this luxurious hotel include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: 51 St. Station is steps away and Lexington Av.-53 St. Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 209 rooms
    • Arranged over 28 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 75 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 9 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Built in 1927
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open 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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 48.20 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • Laundry facilities
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Wired internet access (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 250 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Full-service spa
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 75 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Benjamin Hotel
Benjamin Hotel New York
Benjamin New York
Benjamin Hotel New York City
Benjamin New York City
The Benjamin Hotel New York City
The Benjamin
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York Hotel
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York New York
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Does The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 75 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 250 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities like a 24-hour fitness center.

Does The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's the area around The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York like?

The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York is in Manhattan, a short 1-minute walk from 51 St. Station and 7 minutes' walk from 5th Avenue. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The gym was well-equipped with good equipment, including a Peloton and various weight machines. (7 reviews)
  • The property is surrounded by many dining options, including quick and fine dining choices within a short walk. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Hotel is in a great location. Rooms were large for a city hotel and well appointed.
Nick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Us open 2025

The hotel was very clean and staff were extremely helpful and polite. Very clean fitness area. Restaurants so close for meals!
sheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Won’t go wrong

I had not stayed at the Beni since circa 2003. I had forgotten what a great property it is
Jeff, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location, clean, spaciousness, great staff
justin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with great location
Mukesh, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Magnificent stay
JEAN MARC, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My friend and I stayed 3 nights at this hotel and it was amazing! The r
3-night trip

6/10 Good

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Victoria, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great front desk service, phenomenal doormen, great location.
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean hotel, good location.
Ana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were exceptionally large for NYC and the hotel itself is very nice!
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay everything is around this place. All staff are very helpful I love it thank you
Prabhjeet, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and stay. Super accommodating and made us feel at home!
Sheila, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Brandon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk/staff was professional and available to assist with any questions on New York restaurants, transportation, etc.
Emma, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect. Amazing hotel and great location.
Caroline, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great bed, great bathroom, great kitchenette, easily walkable to lots of restaurants and attractions.
Nina, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel for girls trips! We got a room with a living room and kitchen and an adjoining room! Perfect!
Robin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff !
valerie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel with helpful staff Subway right at your footsteps Lots of breakfast lunch and dinner spots around the corner Great location Would definitely recommend this hotel to others
George, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable and the staff was incredible. I would absolutely return.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location!
Brittney, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

Haven’t stayed at The Benjamin for years. Great hotel with great east side location.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel , great room , friendly staff, great front desk people
Edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect area!
Luba, 4-night trip