The Lexington Hotel

Patrick Sisson

I was very pleasantly surprised by my stay at the Lexington Hotel! The rooms are small (true of nearly every hotel in NYC) however the closet was very deep and the dresser was just large enough for my partner and I to unpack. Perfect sized room for two people - any more would have been a bit of a stretch. Same is true for the bathroom - small but just enough shelves & storage to unpack. Great water pressure in the shower and no issues with hot water. Heating & AC worked as expected. Housekeeping was consistent, refreshing towels and emptying trash on a daily basis was so helpful! The elevators were very efficient and reliable, never had any issues getting in or out of our room. The location is great! Super walkable to the theater district and very fun to be in close proximity to 5th Ave, Rock Center, and the SE corner of Central Park. Overall a great stay, would come back and would recommend to a friend!

M G

Surprised about these negative reviews. In New York City, you have to pay an inordinate amount of money to get a large expansive room. So the room was a fairly standard size, but very efficient in what it had to offer. This hotel, symbolizes old world glamour with a lot of detailed finishing touches. In fact, Joe DiMaggio, and Marilyn Monroe lived here at one point. The location is marvelous, the staff went above and beyond, and it was super convenient for everything we had to do in the Midtown area. All in all, a great experience. We will return to this hotel for sure.

Melissa Perez

Really enjoyed my stay at The Lexington Hotel. Yes, rooms are small - it is NYC - but mine was in great condition. The room stayed properly temp control (still using AC in October!). Found the shower water pressure very relaxing. Bed was comfy as well. I am a gym rat and enjoyed my visit to Crunch Fitness which is complimentary for hotel guests. Would definitely return on an upcoming work trip.

Deb Korf

I worked in the hotel industry for 13 years, (Starwood International), and stayed at the Lexington 2 days ago. The $3 per bag (cash only) to hold your luggage is ridiculous. We were told that our rooms would be ready early, (1pm), but they were not ready until the regular checkin time at 4 which I do understand. When we tried to get dressed, the electricity in the bathroom and by the entry door went out. The staff very quickly had the breaker reset, but then it went out again in about 10 minutes. This time we had maintenance come up after the breaker had been reset a second time and were told that we could not use the hair dryer in the bathroom as it would cause the breaker to blow! We were not using the hair dryer either time, but that is not the issue - this is a hotel and we should be able to use the hair dryer that is provided. Since there is no mirror by the desk, we could not even use the hair dryer there. There was a large mirror by the entry door, but the power there did not work either. The furniture and walls were dirty and stained, the bathroom sink would not drain, the electric eye that flushes the toilet did not work, etc. None of the above things are acceptable and the electrical issues are dangerous. The bar was very nice, and the Starbucks in the hotel was a very nice addition; especially since the rooms did not have coffee makers. I assume this may be because of the electrical problems. The complaint line in the lobby was so long, we did not bother to attempt to ask to be moved although the cleaning staff had offered it. We had two rooms for 2 nights and there were multiple issues in both - lights bulbs only staying lit for 2 or 3 minutes and both rooms just old and dirty. That said, the lobby is beautiful and all the staff we encountered were very nice, but I would never stay there again and do not recommend it to anyone.

Chris Wyatt

If you play the Marriott points game, you know the struggle: finding a place in NYC that has character without costing as much as a small sedan. Enter The Lexington. My partner and I stay here often, mostly because it hits that rare sweet spot in Manhattan real estate: it’s in the thick of it, the price is actually reasonable, and it has a soul. Being an Autograph Collection property, it feels distinct—less "corporate beige" and more "Jazz Age cool." The Room Situation (Let’s be honest) Let’s rip the band-aid off first: The rooms are small. If you’re planning to practice ballroom dancing or unpack four steamer trunks, look elsewhere. It’s an older building, and the rooms carry that vintage footprint. They are cozy (read: compact) and show a little bit of age, but frankly, if you’re in NYC and spending all your time in your room, you’re doing it wrong. The bed is comfortable, the vibe is stylish, and it serves its purpose perfectly as a crash pad. The Location You are truly in the heart of it. Midtown East can be chaotic, but The Lexington is positioned perfectly for getting anywhere you need to go. It’s bustling, it’s loud, it’s New York. We love the convenience. The Amenities (The Real MVP) Here is the secret weapon that keeps us coming back: The gym situation. usually, a "hotel gym" in NYC is a closet with one broken treadmill and a yoga ball from 2004. The Lexington, however, is physically connected to a Crunch Fitness. As a guest, you get access. It is a game-changer to be able to get a proper workout in before tackling a day of walking. The Vibe The service has always been solid for us—friendly, efficient, and unpretentious. The on-site bar and food options are dangerous in the best way; having a good cocktail right downstairs after a long day is a luxury we take full advantage of. Verdict Is it a sprawling palace? No. Is it a smart, well-located, reasonably priced hotel with great perks and plenty of character? Absolutely. We have no complaints, and we’ll definitely be back. Recommended for: Marriott loyalists, gym rats, and travelers who want to spend their money on Manhattan experiences rather than square footage.