The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Address: 303 Lexington Avenue, New York, 10016 Description: Near restaurants and bars on lively Lexington Avenue, this high-end hotel in the Murray Hill neighborhood is a 7-minute walk from Grand Central Terminal train station, and 11 minutes' walk from the lush gardens of Bryant Park. Sophisticated rooms, some with city views, offer Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs. Studios add kitchenettes, and airy suites have separate living rooms with pull-out sofas. Room service is available. Evening wine hours are complimentary. There's an upscale grill and bar, and a seasonal rooftop lounge with skyline views, plus a gym. Parking is available for a fee. Pets are welcome with prior notice (surcharge).