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Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 stars
88 Madison Avenue, 88 Madison Ave., New York, NY 10016
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
152 reviews
Best nite in the city

location is perfect - within walking distance to great restaurants, bars. See full review

  • L. Hawkins
  • Feb 25, 2013
Lovely spot to stay in Manhattan

Beautifully renovated hotel with attentive staff - took great care of us and our toddler during two... See full review

  • Sequined
  • Mar 27, 2012
Modern elegance meets contemporary luxury in Madison Avenue hotel
This hotel blends historic design and details with contemporary touches for a classically elegant feel. The lobby features soaring ceilings, a curved staircase and two-story waterfall. The Mezzanine level has a beautiful Tiffany glass dome. Leather furniture and decor in the public spaces evoke a jazz-era club. Rooms feature luxurious touches such as Frette linens and Molton Brown bath amenities. The location near Madison Square Park, the Flatiron Building, Fifth Avenue, Midtown and Murray Hill makes it ideal for leisure and business travelers.
Highlights
  • Unique design includes a two-story waterfall and Tiffany glass dome
  • Beds have Frette linens
  • Select suites have views of the Empire State Building
Rooms

Rooms feel elegant and contemporary, with cream-colored walls, white moldings, custom furniture and beds with Frette linens. Amenities include 42-inch flat-screen LCD TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations, laptop-sized safes and Molton Brown bath products. Suites start at 500 square feet and have separate parlors with dining areas. Empire Suites boast views of the Empire State Building.

Features

Fitness gurus will appreciate the free 24-hour fitness center with Life Fitness equipment. The center has complimentary disposable ear buds and refrigerated towels.

 

Valet parking (fees apply) is available.

 

The hotel has a pet policy (call for details).

Dining

For daily entertainment, there's Salon Millesime in the lobby. It serves breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to noon on weekends. Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. In the evening, the light menu features appetizers and sandwiches. The salon features live music nightly. Upstairs from the salon, the restaurant Millesime focuses on seafood in classic French preparations. Millesime is open daily for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Room service is available.

 

The Shake Shack in nearby Madison Square Park has a cult following for its burgers, fries and frozen custard.

Transportation
  • MTA Subway 4, 6 lines at 28th St - Lexington
  • LaGuardia Airport
  • Newark Liberty Airport
  • John F. Kennedy Airport
Attractions
  • Flatiron Building
  • Madison Square Park
  • Macy's Herald Square
Business
  • 24-hour business center
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 10 meeting/event rooms with more than 6,000 square feet of space

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Lounge
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express checkout
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Safe
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Cribs available
In room movies
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

40.7447 -73.9854
Area served
New York City
Nearby airports
LaGuardia Airport, (LGA), 8.60, MI, W; John F Kennedy International Airport, (JFK), 17.60, MI, W; Newark Liberty International Airport, (EWR), 15.40, MI, N;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Nearby points of interest

  • Koreatown, Manhattan: 0.2 mi
  • Chester A. Arthur Home: 0.2 mi
  • The King's College: 0.3 mi
  • Empire State Building Lobby Gallery: 0.3 mi
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower: 0.3 mi
  • American Academy of Dramatic Arts: 0.3 mi
  • Flatiron Building: 0.3 mi
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 0.3 mi
  • Union Square - the Flatiron District: 0.3 mi
  • Manhattan Mall: 0.4 mi
  • Murray Hill: 0.4 mi
  • Herald Square: 0.4 mi
  • School of Visual Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Flatiron District: 0.4 mi
  • Macy's Herald Square: 0.4 mi
  • Koreatown, Manhattan: 0.2 mi
  • Chester A. Arthur Home: 0.2 mi
  • The King's College: 0.3 mi
  • Empire State Building Lobby Gallery: 0.3 mi
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower: 0.3 mi
  • American Academy of Dramatic Arts: 0.3 mi
  • Flatiron Building: 0.3 mi
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 0.3 mi
  • Union Square - the Flatiron District: 0.3 mi
  • Manhattan Mall: 0.4 mi
  • Murray Hill: 0.4 mi
  • Herald Square: 0.4 mi
  • School of Visual Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Flatiron District: 0.4 mi
  • Macy's Herald Square: 0.4 mi
  • Hughoneill Dry Goods Store: 0.4 mi
  • Limelight Marketplace: 0.4 mi
  • Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace: 0.5 mi
  • Macys: 0.5 mi
  • Museum at FIT: 0.5 mi
  • Grammercy Park: 0.5 mi
  • National Arts Club: 0.5 mi
  • Lord & Taylor: 0.5 mi
  • The Players: 0.5 mi
  • Penn Station: 0.5 mi
  • NY Public Library: 0.6 mi
  • Madison Square Garden: 0.6 mi
  • Union Square Theatre: 0.6 mi
  • Century Building: 0.6 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.6 mi
  • Union Square Park: 0.7 mi
  • Forbes Magazine Galleries: 0.7 mi
  • Daily News Building: 0.7 mi
  • East 34th Street Heliport: 0.7 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.7 mi
  • Second Avenue Kosher Deli: 0.7 mi
  • Garment District: 0.7 mi
  • Bank of America Tower: 0.7 mi
  • MetLife Building: 0.8 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.8 mi
  • Tudor City: 0.8 mi
  • Asser Levy Playground: 0.8 mi
  • Condé Nast Building: 0.8 mi
  • Stuyvesant Square: 0.8 mi
  • Stephen Sondheim Theatre: 0.8 mi

Dining

Millesime
Millesime Restaurant in NYC is a vibrant seafood brasserie within Carlton Hotel. Our NYC French restaurant is helmed by 2-Michelin starred Chef Laurent Manrique, serving seasonal seafood dishes with a focus on local produce.
Salon Millesime
Executive Chef Laurent Manrique lends his unique touch to create French and Mediterranean-inspired small plates. Signature cocktails and great performances make this one of the best French restaurants in NYC. Open at 5 p.m.
Lobby Bar
Take a midday or evening break and enjoy the sophisticated space surrounded by mahogany. Serving beverages and light dishes, this is the ideal place to catch a game or use the complimentary Wi-Fi. Open 11 a.m. to midnight.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (152)

Ratings and reviews for Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Overall score

4.1 / 5
152 out of 152
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.4
Value:
4

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Rondio
Rhode Island
May 20, 2013

Nice Hotel Great location Ridiculously Tight Bathroom

Overall a generally decent experience. Hotel is lovely (nice lobby area, bar and restaurant and rooms are nicely appointed). The bathroom was an after thought in room.. it was a tiny closet-like space squeezed in corner with sliding door that kept sliding back open when you closed it (no way to lock/secure it....so no privacy allowed). Friends with us stayed in same level room and they had a regular bathroom with tub and vanity and regular door...not sure if we got put in lower level room by accident. Location is great....can walk or take subway to most areas and even taxi rides are reasonable from this location since it is so central. Probably would look at other hotels in the same area next time in town before booking this one again though so really can't recommend hotel because of uncertainty and variability of rooms at the same level

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

5
L. Hawkins
Wantagh, NY
Feb 25, 2013

Best nite in the city

location is perfect - within walking distance to great restaurants, bars.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
ersin
baltimore
Dec 1, 2012

Very nice hotel, would def. come back....

I only stayed one night at th Carlton and it was very pleasant. The only thing that was bad is the bedroom. It was very small but the bathroom was very roomie. I would def. come back and stay if I have to. Very nice staff, very clean rooms and it wasnt to expensive.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
sk in phila
Philadelphia, PA
Oct 16, 2012

One night in NYC

This hotel was much better than other hotels, even 5 star hotels, in the same area. The rooms and bathrooms are clean, comfy and functional. The rooms that are oriented towards Madison Ave. or 28th street are brighter than the one's on the rear facade or on 29th street, and I think waking up in a bright room is a better way to start your day. Also, some bathrooms have a window, so try and get those if you can. My room was pretty small but not at all claustrophibic. The decor is neutral, doesn't tire your eyes with unnecessary frills but it's welcoming and relaxing. The corridors are well lit and large enough so you don't feel like you are in a cave or a brothel each time you walk from the elevator to your room. Brunch is wonderful on weekends, exquisite eggs benedict. Breakfast is served in the mezzanine, a European style room and atmosphere, and they have delicious pastries, french croissant and pain au chocolat. Maybe what I liked least was the bar, I didn't find it very attractive. Overall it was a good experience and I would definitely return.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
MATTHEW E
troy ,oh
Jul 30, 2012

SAFE LOCATION AND CLOSE TO SUBWAY

We had a hard time finding a hotel for two adults and three children. This hotel delivered with a two room suite for the price of most 1 rooms with two dbl. beds. The mgr.'s Victor and Hector were more than helpful and the doorman Stephan gave us great advice and directions.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Quick and resonable food at Bread and Butter

Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

3
Boston Travelers 2759
Boston, Massachusetts
Jul 30, 2012

Nice but not sure I'd stay again

Location and lobby fabulous. Staff great, concierges were fantastic. Weird bathroom setup, if not careful with shower can flood the floor, clearly experienced by others for the looks of the water damage. Some of the towels had perminent stains. Halls a little too dark for my liking Breakfast good but very slow service. Wouldn't stay again @ fulll rates but would consider for a huge bargin. Bottom line..probably would recommend. I'm sure our bathroom was a fluke.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Long walk from hotel

Relatively close to everything (medium walking really). Empire State Building, Times Square, shopping.

Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
rayk
NJ
Apr 30, 2012

Good Hotel

We had a great time at the hotel. Location is great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

5
Sequined
Mid-Cambridge, MA, USA
Mar 27, 2012

Lovely spot to stay in Manhattan

Beautifully renovated hotel with attentive staff - took great care of us and our toddler during two separate overnight stays.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
Cart p
OC MD
Jan 5, 2012

Very nice

Was only in the city for one night, Carlton was perfect for what I needed

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Carlton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Reviewer score

4
RobG12345
San Mateo, CA, USA
Dec 30, 2011

Nice stay

Had a great stay at the Carlton. I lived in NYC a few years back and think the location is really good - easy to get uptown or downtown - quieter than staying close to Grand Central or Times Square. Nice hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
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