The Best Hotels near The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC (2025)

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or just The Met., is one of the world’s great art museums and the sole reason some people travel to New York. If you’re one of those people, our recommendations for the best hotels near The Metropolitan Museum of Art is for you. But it’s also for anyone who wants to stay in a great, Upper East Side Manhattan spot close to Central Park and 5th Avenue. And frankly, we think that probably accounts for quite a few of us...

For a classic New York hotel

• The Carlyle Hotel is a timeless, classic Upper East Side landmark hotel with 190 rooms and opulent suites. As well as park views, the best rooms also have grand pianos. And before you book, you should check out the newly revamped cafe’s performance schedule, you might get a chance to see Eartha Kitt or Woody Allen’s New Orleans Jazz Band.

For a city break

• Nestled in the Upper East Side, The Mark exudes timeless sophistication. French designer Jacques Grange’s refurbishment highlights bold, patterned interiors and a chic, Escher-inspired restaurant that draws celebrities and New York elites. Its refined rooms and stylish public spaces make it perfect for a polished city escape.

For luxury

• The Lowell is a charmingly crafted Upper East Side Hotel, just a block to the east of Central Park. The decor is very classical, think marble bathrooms, neutral tones, elegant furnishings and art and even proper wood-burning fireplaces. The location is residential - a quiet, tree-lined street off Madison Avenue, and the overall feel is that of staying in a gorgeous, 70 room townhouse.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to include our list of all the best places to stay in New York,
• Explore our suggestions for 40 of Manhattan's Best Hotels, 5 of the Best Hotels near the Guggenheim or  5 of the Best Uptown Manhattan Hotels,
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• Or, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.