Situated on always fashionable Madison Avenue at West 29th street, the Carlton on Madison Avenue is a New York Luxury Hotel that lies close to all the action of Manhattan. Recently restored by architect David Rockwell, the Carlton exudes a class and elegance that sets it apart from other mid-range Manhattan luxury hotels. Comfortable without being stuffy, the Carlton on Madison Avenue is an ideal choice for those who want a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

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Hotel Name and Address
The Carlton on Madison Avenue
88 Madison Avenue
New York City, NY 10016

Price Range - $$$ (Luxury)

Description

Situated on always fashionable Madison Avenue at West 29th street, the Carlton on Madison is a New York Luxury Hotel that lies close to all the action of Manhattan, but just far enough away from the busy tourist areas. Recently restored by architect David Rockwell, the Carlton exudes a class and elegance that sets it apart from other mid-range Manhattan luxury hotels. Comfortable without being stuffy, the Carlton on Madison is an ideal choice for those who want a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

The Carlton on Madison is located in a perfect neighborhood- close to everything. Union Square, Greenwich Village and Chelsea are steps away, Madison Square Garden, 34th Street are less then 10 minutes away and fabulous Gramercy Park area is 3 minutes from the door.

Step inside the doors of the Carlton on Madison and you will find yourself inside an extravagant lobby. Spacious and grand, crystal chandeliers, marble floors and a waterfall all adorn this great entrance. With its recent architectural overhaul, the lobby combines the classic elegance of New York with a modern flair. The rooms at the Carlton are simple and cozy. They include custom furnishings, 42 inch Plasma TV's, WiFi, and abundant bath amenities. Guests have noted that the rooms are quiet and serene, unlike many other hotels situated in more crowded areas.

With its location in Manhattan's Madison Square Park district, major New York Sightseeing is right in the area. The Empire State Building is just a few blocks north (See Step 5, "Admission Tickets", for Empire State Building Tickets), and famed locations like Union Square are just a few blocks south. If the surrounding area is not enough, there is a Subway right on 28th street that can get you where ever you wish to be.

The Carlton also houses an in-house restaurant, "Country". Country Restaurant serves European and American cuisines with a fresh and casual approach to upscale a la carte dining. Guests are presented with a modern and warm ambience in which to enjoy a menu designed to highlight local purveyors.

With its opulence and charm, in a location that's central but not too central, the Carlton on Madison is perfect for any business or leisure traveler looking to experience a great NYC vacation.

Why This Hotel?

-Extravagant décor and furnishings in a true classic New York style. With recently renovations by architect David Rockwell, the Carlton has style that combines contemporary décor with classic Manhattan elegance. Guests have enjoyed the spiral staircase and winding hallways. They are amazed at the extravagant lobby, with its grand staircase, crystal chandeliers, marble floors and even a waterfall.

-Lavish and luxurious, but at a great price among New York hotel deals.

-Excellent Midtown location at Madison and 29th street. Within walking distances to most major sites, but still secluded enough that it is not in a prime tourist area.

-Guests have remarked the rooms to be quiet and cozy. While the Carlton is in booming Midtown Manhattan, it manages to sit in a comfortable location that avoids the often noisy streets. For Broadway packages, use the "Entertainment tickets" section of our trip booker to add Broadway tickets to your NYC vacation. Choosing New York City Lodging, tickets and transportation together is the most convenient and affordable way to book.

-Guests have remarked that the beds are especially comfortable, and have enjoyed the 42" wall mounted LG plasma TVs. Bathrooms possess luxurious bath products.

-The Carlton offers a great in-house restaurant, "Country", that also offers room service delivery.

-Guests have remarked the customer service to be excellent, with a pleasant and accommodating staff.

Neighborhood & Attractions



Located in Manhattan's emerging Madison Square Park district, the Carlton is within walking distance to major attractions such as the Empire State Building (4 blocks north), the Flatiron building, Grand Central Station and Union Square. It is also very close to major shopping areas on Madison Avenue. Other Manhattan neighborhoods, such as Chelsea or the Fashion District are easily accessible by foot. It's a convenient location that is perfect for exploring any part of Manhattan!



Many major Manhattan tours launch from near this area as well, including food tours and tours of specific neighborhoods. After selecting your Lodging, browse Step 4, "Sightseeing Tours" to add NYC tours to your custom vacation package.

Restaurants - The Madison Square Park area is home to many restaurants, diners and cafes, making it a great place to dine. New York Guest has a 'secret list' of places near the Carlton on Madison that are popular with real New Yorkers- ask us for our recommendation. Ask about our New York vacation packages that combine New York hotel deals with restaurant deals.

Hotel Amenities & services

All Guest Rooms feature:

• Custom made furniture
• Pillow top mattresses
• Plush linens and down feather comforters
• Executive work desk with built in internet data ports
• Dual-line telephone with voicemail
• Leather desk chair
• 42" flat screen LCD TV
• Apple iHome docking station
• Premium cable including HBO
• Movies on-demand
• Minibar
• Laptop sized safe
• Iron and ironing board
• Luxurious bathrobes
• Marble bathroom with Molton Brown bath amenities.
• All rooms have views of either Madison Avenue, 28th Street, 29th Street, interior or a courtyard.

Standard Room:
The hotel's most economical option comes with a full-sized bed and 195 square feet of space. Maximum 2 people per room.

Superior Room: Larger than the Standard room, the Carlton's Superior rooms have queen sized beds and 215 square feet. Maximum 2 people per room.

Deluxe Room:
Deluxe rooms are outfitted with Queen or King sized beds (assigned at check-in) with a comfortable 260 square feet of space to enjoy. Maximum 2 per room, however a rollaway bed can be requested for an additional fee.

Executive Room:
For guests looking for a more spacious alternative, select an Executive room which is either furnished with a King sized bed or 2 full sized beds. Rooms are 315 square feet, and rollaway beds can be requested for an additional fee.

Transportation

The 6 Subway train is available at a metro station on 28th and Park.

The hotel is easily accessible by commuter railroad to Penn Station (Amtrak, NJ Transit and LIRR), Grand Central Station (Metro North) and New York City Transit buses and Lexington Avenue subway line. It is 20 minutes from LaGuardia Airport and 35 minutes from Kennedy International Airport.

Of course, our New York Vacation Packages can always be customized to include private sedan or limousine New York transportation, if that's what you're looking for.

Check In/Out Info

Check in time: 3:00 PM
Check out time: 12:00 PM

Note: Guests must be 21 or older to stay in this hotel.

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