Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

4 stars
569 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
390 reviews
Noisy

Overall, the stay was comfortable. Great lobby with a small bar. The rooms lacked a bit of sound... See full review

  • kcorwingray
  • Apr 29, 2013
Awesome service!

The staff was very helpful. Specially one of the girls in the front desk named Venus! She was... See full review

  • Kariarceo
  • Apr 26, 2013
Striking modernist Midtown East hotel with rich, colorful history
The blue façade of the Doubletree Metropolitan Hotel New York City, shaped like a rolling wave, makes it hard to miss. The lobby reflects a contemporary version of 1960s chic. The earth-toned rooms feel warm and modern. The hotel is a historic landmark, and amenities such as 24-hour business and fitness centers meet the needs of today's travelers.
Highlights
  • Complimentary 24-hour fitness center
  • Easy walk to Fifth Avenue shopping, Rockefeller Center and more
  • Two blocks from Citigroup Center and Madison Avenue
Rooms

Expect rooms decorated in soothing earth tones with down-filled duvets and triple sheeting on the beds. Amenities include Internet access and flat-screen TVs with complimentary HBO. The slate and limestone bathrooms have Neutrogena bath amenities. Junior suites include a seating area, and some have a pullout sofa and balcony. PURE allergy-friendly rooms are a draw for travelers with allergies or asthma. PURE rooms are cleaned with anti-allergy cleaners and have improved air quality.

 

Features

The Doubletree Metropolitan is the largest Doubletree hotel in the United States.

Renowned modernist architect Morris Lapidus originally designed the hotel. The hotel was designated a historical landmark in 2005. Marilyn Monroe made history here in 1955 while filming for the "Seven-Year Itch." Monroe was posing in front of the hotel when a gust of air from a subway grate blew up the skirt of her white halter dress.

Dining

Met Grill, off the main lobby, serves breakfast until 11 a.m. daily. The menu features a la carte selections and a breakfast buffet. Room service is available. Off-site restaurants offer a variety of food within easy walking distance. Brasserie for French food, Pescatore for Italian, Dos Caminos for Mexican and Smith and Wollensky steakhouse are within four blocks.

Transportation
  • La Guardia Airport (25 minutes)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (35 minutes)
  • Newark International Airport (40 minutes)
  • MTA Subway E, M at Lexington - 53rd St (2 minutes walking)
Attractions
  • Fifth Avenue (0.3 mi/ 0.48 km)
  • Rockefeller Center (0.4 mi/ 0.64 km)
  • Radio City Music Hall (0.5 mi/ 0.80 km)
  • Grand Central Terminal (0.5 mi/ 0.80 km)
  • Central Park (0.9 mi/ 1.45 km)
Business
  • 24-hour business center
  • Internet access
  • 12,000 square feet of meeting space
  • 13 meeting rooms

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
High-speed internet

Recommendations for you

Customers who viewed Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York also booked these hotels.

Reviewer score 4.0 out of 5
Reviewer score 4.2 out of 5
Reviewer score 4.2 out of 5

Hotel Map

40.7567 -73.9716
Nearby airports
La Guardia Airport, (LGA), 0.00, MI, NE; John F. Kennedy Intl Airport, (JFK), 0.00, MI, SE; Newark Intl Airport, (EWR), 0.00, MI, SW;

Nearby points of interest

  • Citicorp Center: 0.1 mi
  • Ford Foundation Building: 0.2 mi
  • Lever House: 0.2 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 0.3 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.3 mi
  • Japan Society Gallery: 0.3 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.3 mi
  • International Building: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.4 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.4 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.4 mi
  • East Side: 0.4 mi
  • University Club: 0.4 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.4 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.4 mi
  • Citicorp Center: 0.1 mi
  • Ford Foundation Building: 0.2 mi
  • Lever House: 0.2 mi
  • Saks Fifth Avenue: 0.3 mi
  • Sony Building: 0.3 mi
  • Japan Society Gallery: 0.3 mi
  • Chrysler Building: 0.3 mi
  • International Building: 0.4 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art (MOMA): 0.4 mi
  • Grand Central Station: 0.4 mi
  • Rockefeller Center: 0.4 mi
  • East Side: 0.4 mi
  • University Club: 0.4 mi
  • NBC Studios: 0.4 mi
  • Trump Tower: 0.4 mi
  • Henri Bendel: 0.4 mi
  • GE Building: 0.4 mi
  • Radio City Music Hall: 0.4 mi
  • Diamond District: 0.5 mi
  • Museum of American Folk Art: 0.5 mi
  • CBS Building: 0.5 mi
  • American Craft Museum: 0.5 mi
  • Daily News Building: 0.5 mi
  • FAO Schwarz: 0.5 mi
  • Paine Webber Art Gallery: 0.5 mi
  • United Nations Headquarters: 0.5 mi
  • New Amsterdam Theater: 0.5 mi
  • Park Avenue: 0.5 mi
  • Harmonie Club: 0.6 mi
  • Fifth Avenue: 0.6 mi
  • Metropolitan Club: 0.6 mi
  • NY Public Library: 0.6 mi
  • Bloomingdale's: 0.6 mi
  • Tuscan Square: 0.6 mi
  • Equitable Center: 0.6 mi
  • Knickerbocker Club: 0.6 mi
  • Bryant Park: 0.7 mi
  • Carnegie Hall: 0.7 mi
  • Tudor City: 0.7 mi
  • Lower Plaza: 0.7 mi
  • Duffy Square: 0.7 mi
  • Murray Hill: 0.7 mi
  • Pierpont Morgan Library: 0.8 mi
  • Roseland: 0.8 mi
  • New Victory Theater: 0.8 mi

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

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.

Back to menu Return to top

Guest Reviews (390)

Ratings and reviews for Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Overall score

3.7 / 5
390 out of 390
Amenities:
3.5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.8

82% would recommend to a friend.

Sort by:
Review this hotel
Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
kcorwingray
Business
Lake Placid, NY
Apr 29, 2013

Noisy

Overall, the stay was comfortable. Great lobby with a small bar. The rooms lacked a bit of sound proofing. You could hear absolutely everything in the hallway. Very little sleep was had due to incredibly loud ladies along the hall.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
Kariarceo
California
Apr 26, 2013

Awesome service!

The staff was very helpful. Specially one of the girls in the front desk named Venus! She was awesome I would go back and the location is perfect a 15 minute walk from time square and Central Park

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

Buy the New York pass with the concierge they have good insight and they'll help you save money and sti stayed entertained in your stay.

Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
TRX Derek
Business
Atlanta, GA
Apr 23, 2013

Easy Easy Easy

Easy to get to- next to 51st street subway station Easy check in. Easy to eat and shop nearby. Great stay. I'll be back!

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

Business

Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Subway station right next to the hotel! So easy to get around!,

Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

3
Need More Sleep
Boston, MA, USA
Feb 27, 2012

Construction

Hotel was being renovated. Usually a great hotel for the money. Did not seem to care that sleep was disrupted due to construction noise. Would not extend check out time due to renovations. Right thing to do would have been an upgrade, refund, or both.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

3
rich p.
Business
Long Island, New York, USA
Feb 22, 2012

same room i stayed in 20 years ago

I only stayed one night and didn't get the opportunity to review the amenities or the staff. The location is convenient for restaurants and bars in any direction. A15 min walk to Central Park or Times Square. The room was old and needs updating. The heating/a.c. only works in one way. I was their on a warm night in the winter and could not cool the room off. The price was good and i had no bad experiences. Lobby staff seemed efficient and warm.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
Lucrae
Business
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Jan 9, 2012

Great hotel in Manhattan

In the city on business but also to catch up with friends. Hotel location is fantastic for both. Great neighborhood and the subway is literally 10 steps away from hotel entrance. Restaurants, coffee shops, and stores a plenty. Hotel is clean, well staffed by friendly and helpful people. Good clean rooms with more space then one would expect in central Manhattan. At night the area has a neighborhood feel and quietens down. No sirens and car horns to be heard! Recommend to business travelers but also good for families.

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

Business

Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Use the subway which is a few steps away from the hotel entrance. The subway lines here get you to all the hot spots within 2-3 stops either uptown/downtown or cross town.

Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
cestlavie
washington DC
Dec 26, 2011

good location, not so clean

stayed for two days, but no one came to clean the room

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

3
Tom the Traveler
Chicago
Dec 23, 2011

Good Location, Ordinary Rooms

This hotel was in a great location for visiting all the Midtown sights, but really nothing special about the hotel. Rooms were small and a bit dated. But you have to love the free cookie on check-in! If you can get it for a good rate, it isn't a bad choice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
21100 Varese VA, Italia
Dec 18, 2011

hotel position and comfort

the hotel has a great position. A metro st. is just outside the hotel entrance and the Grand Central Station is just few minuts far. Room is punctually cleaned and restored every day. Nice and clean location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree by Hilton Metropolitan New York

Reviewer score

4
radio j
Business
chicago
Dec 16, 2011

good but a little tired

Great location to midtown and right by Lexington Ave subway stop. Rooms a little tired on the furniture but comfortable. Nice takeout coffee shop next to the hotel. Have to pay for wi fi.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Back to menu Return to top
0