"Madison Avenue" has long been synonymous with influential advertisers and the power elite who decide what’s "in." The Carlton on Madison Avenue offers a nice contrast to that mentality—extreme tranquility that’s conveniently located.
Snuggled between Murray Hill and Gramercy Park, the hotel is surrounded by tree-lined streets and historic buildings. And many of the city’s major attractions are just a stroll away.
I found it very relaxing that the guest room mixed mahogany furniture and soothing colors. The bathroom was marble and rather spacious. Many of the rooms have a nice view of the Empire State Building, which is just a few blocks away.
The exterior is beautiful; the elaborate architecture only adds to the charm of the neighborhood. The aesthetics are only slightly spoiled by the fact that the building is currently undergoing a multimillion-dollar restoration.
The outgoing staff reassured me that everything should be completed sometime this year, and I was also told a little about what was being done. A new wing will include an atrium with a waterfall—right now the lobby is on the small side but because it’s ensconced in glass and mirrors, it has an airy feel—a health club/spa and a four-star restaurant/bar. All this is more than enough reason for me to return!