THE BENJAMIN ROYAL SONESTA NEW YORK, New York – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York offers guest rooms starting at 275 square feet, with herringbone wood floors, custom work desks, and kitchenettes. Deluxe Studios range from 325 to 350 square feet with king or double beds. One-Bedroom Suites (550-820 sq ft) include a separate living room with a queen sleeper sofa. Top-floor Balcony and Terrace Suites feature step-out balconies or private outdoor dining spaces. The Benjamin Suite (1,620 sq ft) has a Juliette balcony, a terrace with city views, a pantry kitchen, and a master bedroom with a walk-in closet. All rooms include Elemis bath amenities and a 10-choice pillow menu curated by sleep expert Dr. Rebecca Robbins.
Dining Options
The National Bar & Dining Rooms serves lobster BLT, Wagyu sirloin with truffled fries, and butterscotch pot de crème. The Grill offers classic American dishes like avocado crab Louis and Dover sole. Breakfast includes eggs benedict, pork belly croque madame, and chicken & waffle sandwiches. Ground Central Coffee on 52nd Street provides artisanal coffee. Nearby, Sofia Pizza Shoppe serves New York-style pies, and a two-star Michelin restaurant features seasonal dishes in an elegant setting.
Leisure & Wellness
The Royal Reflection Wellness Spa offers deep tissue massages, lymphatic drainage, and Hydra Facials. The 24-hour fitness center includes Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment. Guests can access guided meditation sessions via room phones. The hotel's Rest & Renew program provides sleep optimization tools, including a weighted blanket and Loftie alarm clock. Private terraces in suites allow al fresco dining with Manhattan skyline views.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the 51st Street Lexington Avenue subway station and 10 minutes from Grand Central Terminal. It is 15 km from LaGuardia Airport. Nearby landmarks include Tiffany & Co on Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Madison Avenue's luxury shops, such as Louis Vuitton and Saks Fifth Avenue, are steps away.
Guest Services
Concierge services arrange Broadway tickets, restaurant reservations, and private events. The PAWS program welcomes pets with treats, bowls, and a waterproof mat. Family amenities include the Royal Kids Adventure package with an owl plush and curated bedtime books. Meeting spaces include second-floor private dining rooms and VIP suites with terraces. Valet parking costs $65 for 24 hours. Complimentary Wi-Fi and bedside e-books are provided.
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Getting around
All Transportation Options at a Glance
Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Late check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed for a fee
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Children are welcome
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Paid valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Wedding services
- Wake up service
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Secretarial service
- Translation service
- Audiovisual equipment
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Public terrace/Patio
Room features
- Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Balcony
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Turndown service
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Towels
- Slippers
- Free toiletries
- Lighted makeup mirror
Bedroom
- Bed linen
- Pillow menu
- Down comforter
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Paid films
- Local calls
Room decor
- Blackout curtains

