The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York

Midtown, New York

Star rating

One Bedroom Suite
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
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One Bedroom Suite
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
Guest Room

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 of which have been recently refurbished as of July 2024. 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.

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.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Building work will be taking place Weekdays, Monday-Friday from  8;00am – 5:00pm untill June '24.

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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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2121)
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Mar 30, 2025 Ellie W

The staff was very attentive and professional. Jaime, the bell hop, in particular, took extra care to make sure I had everything I need, including offering great advice on getting to Newark Airport. Everyone was very friendly and the amenities were perfect.
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Feb 27, 2025 Ann N Los Angeles, California

I changed to The Sonesta Hotel group because I did not feel acknowledged as a Top Tier frequent flyer to their brand. I have just had the same slap in the face by The Benjamin. I was not greeted and acknowledged as a Platinum Travel Pass Member. I was given a nice room on the 11th floor with no view, therefore, no complimentary upgrade. I was… Read more
I changed to The Sonesta Hotel group because I did not feel acknowledged as a Top Tier frequent flyer to their brand. I have just had the same slap in the face by The Benjamin. I was not greeted and acknowledged as a Platinum Travel Pass Member. I was given a nice room on the 11th floor with no view, therefore, no complimentary upgrade. I was not given a Welcome Gift. I was not given Premium Wifi. Their restaurant is closed so I did not expect a complimentary breakfast. I was firmly charged for Late check out which I am supposed to get for free. This hotel needs a sign or letter given to folks that the Mini Bar in your room (which I never touch because to me that equals overpriced goodies, yes, you want them, up-charged for convenience) is the "cupboard" you are to select from each day $10 worth (a bottle of water has a huge sign on it labeled $10) because you pay a $42 Hotel destination charge and this $10 is credited back. Other Royal Sonesta's have a little Market you grab your water from and they note it on your account and credit you back. The Doormen at this hotel are excellent, as is the cleaning staff. I am returning to Manhattan in November. I am not staying here. Read less
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Jan 29, 2025 Abotat_UK

I looked online and saw that the restaurant was closed, and there was no room service either. I messaged the hotel to ask for details on when such services would be available, but I did not receive a response at all. If that's how you run your block of flats then we will take our business elsewhere
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Jan 23, 2025 Claire K Bulle, Switzerland

Nous avons séjourné dans cet hôtel fin décembre. Nous avions une chambre avec salon canapé lit et une chambre à part parfait pour une famille avec 2 enfants. La chambre était super grande avec également une petite kitchenette. Point fort de cet hôtel il est très bien placé on ne peut pas rêver mieux. Il est également très bien entretenu. Le… Read more
Nous avons séjourné dans cet hôtel fin décembre. Nous avions une chambre avec salon canapé lit et une chambre à part parfait pour une famille avec 2 enfants. La chambre était super grande avec également une petite kitchenette. Point fort de cet hôtel il est très bien placé on ne peut pas rêver mieux. Il est également très bien entretenu. Le personne est très sympathique. Le seul petit point à revoir c'est la propreté de la kitchenette sinon tout le reste était très propre. Je recommande et je reviendrai sans hésiter pour un prochain séjour à New York. Read less
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Jan 11, 2025 sukix0x0 New York City, New York

I really wanted to give this hotel a good review but unfortunately all I could remember was how sleepless the nights were during our stay. The roadwork was constant, not the hotel's fault, but I wish we were informed during our booking, so that I could look elsewhere. FYI the roadwork wasn't just the noise but also the smell and the dust. It's… Read more
I really wanted to give this hotel a good review but unfortunately all I could remember was how sleepless the nights were during our stay. The roadwork was constant, not the hotel's fault, but I wish we were informed during our booking, so that I could look elsewhere. FYI the roadwork wasn't just the noise but also the smell and the dust. It's ashamed since we loved how convenient the location was and how spacious our 1 bedroom was... Read less