The Lowell
Old-money Upper East Side residential elegance — quiet, understated, and personal. Feels more like a very well-run private club than a hotel. No soaring atrium, no million-dollar art installation in the lobby. Just impeccable service, fresh flowers, and a fireplace.
Request a room with a wood-burning fireplace — they're limited and not guaranteed, so call the reservations team directly to secure one
Why It Matters
The only hotel in New York City with authentic wood-burning fireplaces. Repeatedly ranked #1 hotel in NYC by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure. Family-owned since 1984. Houses the Dior Afternoon Tea partnership at Majorelle. The Hollywood Suite retains an original movie script authored by Marlon Brando during his stay.
The Lowell is a 17-floor, 74-room landmark hotel built in 1927 and still family-owned — one of the last in New York. It sits on a quiet residential block on the Upper East Side, between Madison and Park Avenues, with Central Park 150 feet to the west and Madison Avenue's fashion houses right around the corner. After a $25 million renovation completed in 2017, the rooms feel like genuinely well-appointed Manhattan apartments: individually decorated by designer Michael Smith, wood-burning fireplaces (the only hotel in New York City that has them), private terraces, and marble baths with Frette linens.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Deluxe Junior Suite
Spacious corner suites flooded with natural light through classic casement windows that actually open. Residential design with custom beds, hardwood floors, and natural seagrass wall coverings. Selene white marble baths with separate soaking tub and shower, many with dual basins and heated floors. Select suites have terraces, kitchenettes, or wood-burning fireplaces — request at booking, additional fee applies.
1 King · 55 sqmGarden Suite
Designer Michael Smith drew inspiration from nature for this one-bedroom suite, using gentle blues and greens, floral wallpaper influenced by 18th-century Chinese designs, and tranquil photographic landscapes. There's a wood-burning fireplace, a gourmet kitchen adorned with limestone, and a marble bathroom with soaking tub. Two private terraces — one with a fountain, couch and chairs; the other with a four-person dining table — make this suite especially memorable in warmer months.
1 King · 74 sqm
Hollywood Suite
A bright corner one-bedroom suite steeped in Hollywood history. The walls are hung with black-and-white photographs of legendary film stars, and a collection of original movie scripts includes one written by Marlon Brando during his stay here. There's a genuine wood-burning fireplace, a fully equipped media room, an eight-seat dining table, and a connected gourmet kitchen. The 1.5 bathrooms are finished in dark beige marble. A great choice for hosting friends in style.
1 King · 88 sqm
Lowell 2 Twin Beds
Same 400 sq ft footprint as the Lowell King, configured with two twin beds. Shares the same residential-style decor, marble bathrooms, and oak flooring. Good option for two guests who prefer separate beds.
2 Twin · 37 sqmLowell King Room
The entry-level room at The Lowell is still 400 square feet of New York chic. King-sized beds with tufted leather headboards and cashmere throws, polished oak floors layered with antique oriental rugs, granite-topped pantries, and marble bathrooms. Some have wood-burning fireplaces. Each room is individually decorated by Michael Smith — no two are identical.
1 King · 37 sqmLowell One Bedroom Suite Deluxe
Full one-bedroom suite with separate living room and a kitchenette. The extra space makes it feel genuinely like a Manhattan apartment. Marble bathroom, Frette linens, and Michael Smith's signature residential finishes throughout.
1 King · 74 sqmLowell Two Bedroom Suite
Two-bedroom layout spanning roughly 1,000 sq ft with separate living room, full bath, fireplace, and two separate bedroom areas. Good choice for families or two-couple travel.
1 King + 2 Twins · 93 sqm
Penthouse Suite
The crown of The Lowell. Michael Smith's two-or-three-bedroom penthouse occupies the entire 17th floor and is, without question, one of the finest residential suites in New York City. Four private terraces with panoramic Upper Manhattan views, a wood-burning fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with Miele cooktop, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and built-in espresso machine. The dining conservatory opens off the kitchen for entertaining. Antiques, custom furniture, hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper, and Selene marble baths with deep soaking tubs throughout. Available for short-term stays or longer monthly rentals at $300,000/month.
King + Twin Beds · 279 sqmThe Lowell Suite
The flagship namesake suite offers 1,000 sq ft with two separate living rooms and a dining table for eight. A generous, apartment-like layout with wood-burning fireplace, ideal for entertaining or extended stays.
1 King · 93 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel's concierge team (reachable at 212-605-6812) handles spa bookings at Dior Spa, restaurant reservations, transportation, grocery delivery, and access to exclusive spots across the city.
The Lily of the Valley Afternoon Tea in partnership with Dior Maison, served at Majorelle restaurant Wednesday–Sunday. A rare collaboration between a luxury fashion house and a hotel — pastries, savories, and teas designed by Pastry Chef Matthew Lambie in the hotel's garden setting.
Second-floor fitness center renovated in 2021 and overlooking 63rd Street. Peloton bike, treadmills, elliptical trainer, reclining stationary bike, universal weight machine, full dumbbell set (5–50 lbs), medicine balls, and yoga mats. Complimentary chilled water, sports drinks, and fresh fruit provided. Open to hotel guests daily 6:30am–10pm.
The hotel offers private event facilities, including use of Majorelle and Jacques Bar for private dining and corporate events. Inquiries via Tripleseat.
The Lowell is the only hotel in New York City with authentic working wood-burning fireplaces. Available in 32 suites and select rooms. The hotel also offers a seasonal Fireside package built around this experience.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Pets welcome. Dog walking available at additional cost.
The Lowell does not have a swimming pool.
Housekeeping service performed twice daily — a genuine luxury in NYC boutique hotels.
Paid private parking nearby; valet parking available at additional cost.
Airport transfer arrangements via third-party vendor. JFK approximately 45 minutes. Concierge-organized.
In-room massage and beauty services available at additional cost, arranged through concierge.
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