The Best Hotels near The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or just The Met., is one of the world’s great art museums and the sole reason some people travel to New York. If you’re one of those people our recommendations for 5 of the best hotels near The Metropolitan Museum of Art is for you. But it’s also for anyone who wants to stay in a great, Upper East Side Manhattan spot close to Central Park and 5th Avenue. And frankly, I think that probably accounts for quite a few of us?
For a classic New York hotel
- The Carlyle Hotel is a timeless, classic, luxurious, Upper East Side landmark hotel with 190 rooms and opulent suites. As well as park views, the best rooms also have grand pianos. And before you book into The Carlyle Hotel you should check out the newly revamped cafe’s performance schedule, you might get a chance to see Eartha Kitt or Woody Allen’s New Orleans Jazz Band.
For a city break
- The Mark is right in the heart of the Upper East Side, and offers an old fashioned elegance, despite a recent refurbishment by French designer Jacques Grange, who put in a fantastic, Esher-esque restaurant which has become extremely popular with celebrities and New York royalty.
For luxury
The Lowell is a charmingly crafted Upper East Side Hotel, just a block to the east of Central Park. The decor is very classical, think marble bathrooms, neutral tones, elegant furnishings and art and even proper wood-burning fireplaces. The location is residential, a quiet, tree-lined street off Madison Avenue, and the overall feels is of staying in a gorgeous, 70 room townhouse.
If you haven’t found you idea of the best hotels near The Metropolitan Museum of Art on our Guru’s list of 5 you could try:
- Expanding your search to include our list of the best places to stay in New York? or our Guru’s recommendations for 40 of Manhattan's Best Hotels?
- Or you could try our Guru's recommendations for 5 of the Best Hotels near the Guggenheim? or 5 of the Best Uptown Manhattan Hotels? or 6 Best Hotels for MoMA, New York? or 12 of Times Square’s Best Hotels? or 11 of the Best Hotels near Central Park?
- Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
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The Mark, New York New York (Upper East Side) 152 rooms from CA$1178
City Style - Upper East Side glamour in all its old-moneyed glory with a clean cut and suave injection of style from designer Jacques Grange.Foodies - The phenomenal Jean Georges heads the kitchen here, be prepared for some of the best food in NY- and that's saying something!Great walks - New York was made for walking, this hotels central location makes it ideal for exploring on foot.Restaurant - Recommended.Recommended by - Tablet, Fodors, Frommers, Kiwi CollectionAn old favourite with spectacular neo-deco Jacques Granges interiors. Right in the heart of Upper East Side, old style elegance meets modern chic. The award-winning restaurant is reason enough to visit. A super stylish way to experience New York. Popular with celebs and New York royalty! See More
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Lowell Hotel New York (Upper East Side) 74 rooms from CA$888
City Style - Sleek accommodations in the heart of the cityGreat walks - Just one block from Central ParkTraditional5* Luxury - Very high service standards.Recommended by - Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi CollectionA finely crafted and charmingly intimate Upper East Side hotel, one block from Central Park. Classically decorated - marble bathrooms, neutral tones, paintings, and elegant furnishings. Some rooms have real wood burning fireplaces. A luxurious destination, reminiscent of a private townhouse. See More
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The Carlyle Hotel New York (Upper East Side) 190 rooms from CA$1974
Romantic Break - Romantic suites, chic in-house restaurants and bars and proximity to Central Park make this a perfect getaway for twoHotel Entertainment - Swing to jazz at Bemelmans Bar, a gem for an iconic New York stay with whimsical murals and classic cocktailsDesigner Shopping - Madison Avenue is just a few minutes away with Cartier, Gucci, Hermès, Prada and Chanel all nearbySights nearby - Experience the charm of Afternoon Tea in The Gallery, inspired by Turkey's Topkapi PalaceThis iconic 5 star hotel boasts a legacy of unmatched sophistication and privacy in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. Art Deco elegance with a modern flair - reminiscent of New York's golden era. Highlights include the storied Bemelmans Bar & Café Carlyle. Classic New York luxury in spades. See More
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