Why book?
For a grand New York stay right in the heart of the action. Perfectly situated in Midtown, this hotel blends old-world elegance with modern convenience, placing you steps away from the city’s buzz.
Set the scene
Whenever I visit New York, my mind goes to pizza, Times Square, Broadway, and overpriced hotels with little to no space. The latter does not apply to the Martinique, with 18 floors, hand-made marble tiles, a grand spiral staircase, and crystal chandeliers, you feel like you’ve stepped into a castle. This French Renaissance-style building with Art Deco design does not skimp on elegance. You’d think you were in the south of France versus a 20-minute walk to the congested Times Square. The hotel draws a mix of tourist groups, businessmen and women, and young professionals.
The backstory
The Martinique was built-in 1898 and inspired by the grand châteaux of France’s Loire Valley, the hotel was developed by William R.H. Martin, with design by renowned architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, known for iconic buildings like The Plaza Hotel. Its opening signified New York City’s emergence as a center of luxury hospitality during the Gilded Age, catering to the upper class. With its position in Midtown Manhattan, it became a hub for both travelers and social events. In 1998, the hotel was granted landmark status by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission and, in 2025, celebrated its 127th anniversary. For golf enthusiasts, the Martinique holds special significance as one of the founding sites of the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) in 1916, where 35 charter members and 78 golf professionals established what was then the world’s largest working sports organization. Formerly a Holiday Inn and later a Radisson, the hotel joined the Hilton Curio Collection in 2019.
The rooms
At Martinique, there are 504 rooms. The rooms feature Art-Deco-inspired design, blackout curtains, and ample storage space for luggage and clothes. A gray couch in the room leads to a sofa bed, and multiple seating options make the space feel flexible and social, while a large flat-screen TV can be extended closer to the king-size bed, which is framed by a padded grey headboard. A combination bathtub and shower offers convenience, and the room is accented with black-and-white artwork and views overlooking Koreatown.
Food and drink
Once 5:00 hits, the Bronze Owl transports guests to the classic cocktail lounges of Manhattan in the 1970s and ’80s. The atmosphere feels sultry and is dimly lit. With dark mahogany tables, deep green couches, and vintage photographs on the wall, the space evokes a speakeasy vibe. The lounge offers ample seating, while the scene was filled with young adults out with their friends for a drink after work. The menu features Italian-inspired cocktails like the Flamme Mirage, listed under “Boozy Bangers,” which combines J.M. Rhum, passionfruit, and velvet falernum. I also tried the Sicilian-style pizza, which was excellent.
The neighborhood/area
Within one block of the Empire State Building, Macy’s 34th Street, and Madison Square Garden. A 20-minute walk will take you to the iconic Times Square. If walking isn’t your preference, Penn Station is just a short stroll away and offers access to 12 subway lines. With the hotel’s proximity to the Theater District, it was easy for me to catch several Broadway shows, including the recent Tony Award-winning new musical Maybe Happy Ending.
The service
Suit and tie attire. Upon arrival, the bellman began telling me about the original staircase located right by the elevator. He emphasized the original flooring of the 127-year-old hotel and was very friendly in giving me directions to the subway to head to Times Square. Everyone was ready to help me if needed. There was also someone on the property offering deals with Hilton Grand Vacations and providing Hilton Honors members additional Hilton points for their stay.
Eco effort
To reduce energy consumption, all guest rooms are climate-controlled, and discarded soap and bottled amenities are recycled through the hotel’s partnership with Clean the World.
Accessibility
The hotel’s public spaces are easily accessible and there are 17 accessible guest rooms.
Anything left to mention?
A Korean BBQ restaurant, dessert food hall, and karaoke bar are set to open later this year and into 2026. All rooms are pet-friendly. With the destination resort fee, guests receive access to a $15 daily food and beverage credit, high-speed Wi-Fi, four $15 Citi Bike rentals, a 10% discount, and a digital concierge team to assist with event ticket bookings, tours, and more. The AC unit is quite noisy, making it a bit hard to sleep, and I felt like the room had pretty dim lighting if the blinds were not open.
49 W 32nd St, New York, New York 10001
United States
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/nyccuqq-martinique-new-york-on-broadway/
+1 212-736-3800