Carlton Arms Hotel
160 East 25th Street 2nd Floor · New York
Carlton Arms Hotel is in New York · 2-star · rated 7.2 by 2,533 guests.
Art-Influenced Accommodations Experience a unique stay at Carlton Arms Hotel, where each room is a canvas showcasing the creativity of artists. From murals to paintings, immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind artistic atmosphere that sets this hotel apart. Onsite Artbreakhotel Gallery Indulge in the hotel's very own gallery, featuring captivating artworks that add to the charm of your stay. Explore and appreciate the diverse creations within the premises, making your visit a truly enriching cultural experience. Convenient Location Situated just steps away from Madison Square Park, Carlton Arms Hotel offers easy access to nearby attractions like the Museum of Public Relations and Gramercy Theatre. With a subway station in close proximity, exploring the vibrant city of Manhattan is both effortless and exciting. Book your stay at Carlton Arms Hotel now to immerse yourself in a world where art and hospitality converge seamlessly.
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Facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Concierge service
- Coffee Shop on site
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Face masks for guests available
- 24-hour security
- Security alarm
AI summary of the guest reviews below
The short version
Guests repeatedly praise the central, walkable location, friendly staff, and the hotel's unique, artsy character; some also appreciate luggage storage and complimentary coffee.
Recurring complaints focus on poor cleanliness, noise (including loud AC and street noise), lack of an elevator with steep stairs, basic or shared bathrooms, and occasional maintenance issues like weak Wi‑Fi and worn fixtures.
Written from 32 of the guest reviews below. Read them yourself — they are shown as written.
What guests said
- 4.0
luggage storage before check in was a nice oprion
couple · September 2026
Good location but dirty place
4.0The blankets was dirty and smelly
You can’t open the window and there is a lot of noise coming from outside
solo_traveller · September 2026
Quirky, Comfortable, and Fun!
10.0We absolutely loved our stay at the Carlton Arms. If you’re looking for a polished, cookie-cutter hotel with all the usual amenities, this probably isn’t your place—but if you want somewhere unique, full of character, affordable, and genuinely memorable, it’s fantastic. The location was excellent. We were able to wa…
The hall bathrooms definitely leave the hallways smelling a little like the city streets at times, but hey, it's New York.
family_with_children · September 2026
Our stay was magical. The staff were very friendly, the room was perfect, the beds were wonderful.
10.0It was definitely the NYC experience we wanted. All the murals on every wall and the cute knick-knacks were wonderful. Also the complementary coffee was the cherry on top! The room was very spacious and was the exact size for my family.
I didn't like that it didn't have a iron. (But I guess I could ask the front for one if I really needed one. Which I didn't). I also didn't like that there was very little plugs. We had to take turns to charge our phones & other electronics.
family_with_children · September 2026
The spirit of NYC is kept alive and well at this wild, yet cozy hotel!
9.0The space was so fun and unique and it was truly special! It was in an incredible location and so affordable. The mattress was exceptionally comfortable. The staff was warm and great at communicating and being available. The space is really relaxed, and we felt like if we needed anything, we would be met with inviting…
The bathroom could have been a little bit cleaner, and I wish there was a mirror in the room or bathroom, but that didn’t take away from the overall experience.
couple · September 2026
- 5.0
Only the location.
It's a quirky sort of place, and will not suit all travellers. Bathroom facilities are basic but do work. No lift means lugging suitcases up fairly steep stairs. Room aircon is very noisy, I turned it off, but the large outside units start up at 5am, not great. I was travelling alone, if my wife was with me, we would…
solo_traveller · September 2026
Budget, a bit weird, but clean.
7.0Great location. Rooms and art is a bit creepy, some energy harvesting was going on on the Egyptian floor. Ah well. Protected my space.. wifi didn't work on the 4th floor. They politely moved me to the 1rst floor with a bathroom, that was nice. Kind and welcoming staff.
Egyptian floor was creepy
family_with_children · September 2026
Good stay, I would recommend and will come back
8.0Location
There’s nothing that I didn’t like.
extended_group · September 2026
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