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About the Hotel

152 East 55Th Street, New York, New York, United States, 10022
Great
8.7
/10
4.0
/5

Midtown Manhattan boutique hotel steps from MoMA and subway

Amenities & Services

The Historic Blue Angel Hotel offers complimentary beverages and snacks in each room's mini-fridge, restocked daily. Guests have access to free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available 24 hours in the lobby. A rooftop terrace on the 7th floor provides outdoor seating for relaxation, while a 24-hour front desk and concierge service assist with local recommendations and baggage storage at $2 per bag after checkout.

Rooms & Comforts

Each guest room includes a flat-screen cable TV with pay-per-view movies and the ability to cast apps from personal devices. Rooms also feature a minibar, iPod docking station, in-room safe, bathrobes, and an ironing board with a full-size iron. Guests can request extra chargers or a vase for flowers, as staff have provided these items upon request.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is an 11-minute walk from the Museum of Modern Art and 3 blocks from the Lexington Avenue-53rd Street Subway Station. Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue shopping, and the Broadway Theater District are within a 10-minute subway ride. Central Park is located one mile away, and Times Square is reachable by subway in about 10 minutes.

Guest Experience

Staff have been noted for providing personal assistance such as storing photography gear in the manager's office and returning lost cash of $600. Guests receive a printed list of nearby restaurant recommendations upon check-in, with options like a dumpling shop next door and a Starbucks on the corner. The hotel maintains a quiet atmosphere despite its midtown location, with interior windowless rooms available at a lower price point.

Business & Family Amenities

Business travelers benefit from a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and daily housekeeping. Families appreciate the flexible accommodation options, with rooms containing two double beds or queen beds available. Dry cleaning and tour desk services are also offered, and guests must be over 21 years of age with ID to make a reservation.

Highlights

Location: 11-minute walk from MoMA, 3 blocks from subway

Rooms: Queen and double-bed rooms with iPod docking stations

Complimentary: Daily snacks and drinks in mini-fridge, 24-hour hot drinks

Services: Baggage storage, concierge, staff that stores equipment

Unique: Rooftop terrace on 7th floor, interior windowless rooms

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The Historic Blue Angel Hotel Lexington Ave, An Ascend Collection offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Interior Room No Windows
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Junior Suite Accessible
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One Double Room Garden View
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mobile phone charger
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Historic Blue Angel Hotel Lexington Ave, An Ascend Collection Location

152 East 55Th Street, New York, New York, United States, 10022
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152 East 55Th Street, New York, New York, United States, 10022
Nearby
Midtown East
1400 ft
Synagogue
Central Synagogue
400 ft
601 Lexington Ave
Citigroup Center
700 ft
Restaurants
Omar's Kitchen & Bakery
100 ft
154 E 55th St
Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns Ramen
100 ft
146 E 55th St
Wok Chi
400 ft
918 3rd Ave
Cafe Olympia 55
400 ft
664 Lexington Ave
Toasties East
400 ft
924 3rd Ave Frnt A
Ess-a-Bagel
1400 ft
831 3rd Avenue
Just Salad
400 ft
663 Lexington Ave
Anka Grill Mediterranean
500 ft
642 Lexington Ave
Glaze Teriyaki Grill
500 ft
643 Lexington Ave
Dos Toros Taqueria
700 ft
636 Lexington Ave b/t 55th St & 54th St Midtown East
My Pie Pizzeria Romana
500 ft
696 Lexington Ave
Areppas
900 ft
954 3rd Ave Between 57-58th Streets
Getting around
City Centre
New York9 min  ·  3.7 mi
Airports
LaGuardia (LGA)18 min  ·  7.1 mi
Teterboro (TEB)33 min  ·  13.7 mi
Train
Grand Central Station12 min  ·  3300 ft
Underground
Lexington Avenue-53rd Street3 min  ·  700 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish
Year renovated:
2007
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
39
Former name
blue angel hotel nyc, an ascend collection hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 614 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
92%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.7/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 702 reviews
4/5
based on 1565 reviews
8.7/10
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