I recently stayed at The New York Edition Hotel. The Edition is a new brand from Marriott that has locations in London, Miami Beach, and New York, with at least 12 more locations on the way. It’s meant to be a unique upscale boutique brand.
Booking The New York Edition with a mix of Marriott and SPG points
My reasons for trying out The New York Edition were multiple: Cash rates for hotels when I needed a stay were absurd (even more absurd than normal Manhattan prices). Cash & Points rates, my normal method of booking rooms in Manhattan, just weren’t available.
The second reason came from the recent Starwood and Marriott merger. My usual way of topping off my Marriott account would be through Chase Ultimate Rewards, which partners with both Marriott and Hyatt. Why would I use 35,000 points to stay at a Courtyard when I could use 25,000 points to stay at an Andaz or 30,000 points to stay at the Park Hyatt?
However, because Starwood transfers to Marriott at a 1:3 rate, a 50,000 Marriott points room is under 17,000 SPG points per night. Keep in mind that actual Starwood properties in New York, like the W and Westin, cost 20,000 points per night, while the Sheraton and Four Points properties cost 16,000 points per night.
The New York Edition is considered a Ritz-Carlton Tier 3 property, and so was available for 40,000 points one night (on Points Saver) and 50,000 points for another. That’s an average of 15,000 Starwood points per night.
Cash rates for the hotel were going for $550+ per night, so one could say I got about 1.4 cents of value out of my Marriott points, or 4.2 cents out of my Starwood points.
I already had a plethora of Marriott points from prior credit card bonuses, so I transferred a few thousand Starwood points to top-up my 2-night stay, which ended up costing 90,000 Marriott points (or about 30,000 Starwood points if you were starting from scratch).
The negative aspect of booking a hotel like The New York Edition (or other Edition brands) is that many Marriott Gold or Platinum status benefits do not apply. For example, you don’t get a guaranteed room type. Since there is no lounge, you don’t get free breakfast. If you have Platinum status, you won’t receive an arrival gift.
However, I did receive a 4pm late checkout on my final day, and wi-fi is free for all guests and was pretty speedy. I was also able to benefit from a small upgrade, which gave me a corner deluxe room that gave me views on two sides.
On this trip, I wasn’t worried about breakfast because it was already kind of a “foodie” trip where I was eating out with friends and family for meals. Instead of going to a hotel breakfast, I went to the hotel gym. However, it’s worth keeping in mind if you’re looking for a hotel with lounge access or breakfast.
Review
The New York Edition is located at the corner of 24th Street and Madison Avenue, with the entrance on 24th Street. The building is actually a clock tower which used to house the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company.
Frankly, I love this location, It’s right at the beginning of Madison Avenue, so there’s not as much traffic going uptown. It’s right across the street from Madison Square Park as well as the Flatiron Building. It’s near multiple subway stations, including the 23rd street 6 station, N/R/W stations, and PATH station. It’s only a block away from Eataly. During my stay, I was able to walk to both Herald Square (uptown) and the East Village (downtown) within 10 minutes each. On my walks back to the hotel at night, I got gorgeous views of the tower as well as the Empire State Building.
Lastly, it doesn’t have the tourist vibe that other Midtown hotels give off. Don’t get me wrong, there were plenty of tourists at the hotel (mainly from Europe or L.A., from what I could gather), but the area didn’t exude touristy vibes. I’ve never actually properly lived in New York City, but I’ve visited over 30 times in the past 5 years, so I consider myself a “traveling local” of Manhattan. Of all the places I’ve stayed in the borough, the New York Edition easily had my favorite location.
I used Uber to ride from LaGuardia Airport to The Edition (surge pricing meant it was around $60, but the 20-minute ride with little traffic was free thanks to the Amex $65 offer). As soon I exited the car, a door man came out and grabbed my carryon bag for me and welcomed me to the hotel. Since I was traveling light, I didn’t need much help getting to my room, but he kept my bag with him while I went to go check in – I thought that was nice.
When you enter the lobby of The New York Edition, the check-in area is on the left, while the right side features The Lobby Bar and its surroundings. It feels tres chic.
On the 2nd floor, there’s The Gold Bar and the hotel restaurant, the Clock Tower. Keep in mind, there are absolutely no benefits provided to those with elite status at any of these, so I didn’t grab a drink or food at any of these. I mean, why would I when I’m across the street from Shake Shack?? Here are some pictures though:
The elevators have the same system seen in many skyscrapers, where you scan your room key to unlock the display and enter your floor number while in the lobby; the system then assigns you to an elevator. This made getting to and from my room very fast compared to other tall hotels. I can’t count the number of times I’ve been assigned a room on a high floor in other hotels only to spend 5-10 minutes dealing with the elevator.
My room number was 2107 – it was a corner room with windows that faced south toward lower Manhattan and east toward Brooklyn. There was a small entryway with 2 closets, entrance to the bathroom, and entrance to the main room.
The main room had a small sofa with a table, as well as a bench on the other side. The bed was comfortable, and even had a fur blanket splayed out over the edge (though it wasn’t that warm). The windows had heavy curtains which kept light out in the mornings, and I didn’t hear too much noise from the 21st floor. That being said, it was a quiet weekend for the city.
The bedside tables had a simple alarm clock as well as Beats Pill audio player, which would be useful if you wanted to play music from your bluetooth device anywhere in the hotel room (including the bathroom). Only one side of the bed had plugs with USB ports, but they didn’t work, which was disappointing. At night, I received turndown service with 2 small water bottles.
The entryway had 2 closets, which included a minibar with overpriced snacks. They came with 2 bathrobes, both of which had “hoodies” on them, which I hadn’t seen at a hotel before! How millennial of them. Of note, the hotel also provides complimentary shoeshines but I did not use this.
The TV also had a telescoping arm, making it easy to watch from both the bed, as well as the sofa. One thing I appreciated was the easy access to Netflix and Hulu Plus, which is common at other Marriott properties. I was able to catch up on my shows through my own account.
The bathroom and shower were quite large by New York City standards. One thing that weirded me out were the two large windows, which were in view of other buildings of similar height. I would definitely close the blinds before you use the facilities. One great thing was the fact that the bathroom was actually private with an actual door with an actual lock, which isn’t always the case with many new hotels.
The hotel uses Le Labo amenities – these are becoming some of my favorites, as I’ve seen them here, at the Park Hyatt New York, and even on Etihad’s A380 First Class shower. I even mentioned my affinity for Le Labo to the reception when I went down my last day to request a late checkout — the housekeeping staff gave me an extra set to take home with me!
The hotel gym and spa are on the 39th floor. The gym is small and window-less, but it was never crowded during my stay. It includes free weights, some resistance machines, a few bikes, ellipticals, and treadmills. It is open 24 hours per day, and stocked with water, towels, fitness mats, and headphones.
Bottom Line
I enjoyed my stay at The New York Edition. The location is perfect and the staff I interacted with (mainly door greeters and front desk) were friendly and helpful. You won’t get many benefits of Marriott status here, but considering that I received Marriott Gold because of my Starwood SPG Gold status, I got just as much as I would have at a Starwood property that would have cost much more points for a similar experience.
If you are swimming in SPG points, are looking for a place to stay in Manhattan, and don’t care too much for suites or breakfast, I would definitely recommend the New York Edition. If you absolutely need to have all the benefits of status, I’d look elsewhere.
The New York EDITION At A Glance
The New York EDITION sits at 5 Madison Avenue in the Flatiron District, inside the landmarked 1909 Metropolitan Life Insurance Company clock tower, directly across from Madison Square Park. It is a collaboration between Marriott and hotelier Ian Schrager, and it carries EDITION’s signature approach: understated residential luxury with a design-forward sensibility rather than the conventional hotel aesthetic. The property has 271 guest rooms and suites spread across the clock tower’s upper floors, with oak-paneled foyers, expansive city-facing windows, and a quiet, residential feel that is unusual for Midtown Manhattan. The Clocktower restaurant and the Gold Bar share the second floor, the Lobby Bar anchors the ground level, and the fitness center and spa occupy the 39th floor. There is no pool.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Property | The New York EDITION |
| Brand / operator | EDITION (Marriott and Ian Schrager collaboration) |
| Address | 5 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010 |
| Neighborhood | Flatiron District, across from Madison Square Park |
| Building | 1909 Metropolitan Life Insurance Company clock tower |
| Number of rooms | 271 guest rooms and suites |
| Room categories | Guest Room, Superior Room, Deluxe Room, Loft, Loft Suite, Madison Suite, Park Suite, Flatiron Suite, Penthouse Suite, Family Suite |
| Restaurants / bars | The Clocktower (2nd floor), Lobby Bar, Gold Bar (2nd floor) |
| Gym | 39th-floor fitness center, open 24 hours |
| Spa | 39th floor |
| Pool | None |
| Marriott Bonvoy category | Luxury (EDITION) |
Booking The New York EDITION: Cash Rates, Points, And Fees
Cash rates at The New York EDITION vary considerably with demand, but travelers should expect nightly prices that start in the mid-to-high hundreds and climb well past $1,000 on peak dates. The property operates under Marriott’s dynamic pricing model, so rates shift frequently and advance booking can sometimes yield better pricing than waiting.
For Marriott Bonvoy members looking to redeem points, the property prices dynamically as well. Most nights will require a significant points outlay, and sub-50,000 point nights are uncommon and tend to appear only during specific low-demand windows. The original first-hand redemption documented on this page, at 90,000 Marriott points for two nights, reflects a historical rate from 2016 under a different program structure. That era’s SPG-to-Marriott conversion math and the old category pricing no longer apply. Anyone planning a points redemption should check current dynamic award pricing directly through the Marriott Bonvoy website for live availability.
One cost that does not show up in the headline room rate is the mandatory destination fee. As of 2026 reviews, The New York EDITION charges a destination fee of about $40 per night, with the precise published figure listed at $40.16. New York City implemented a hotel fee disclosure rule effective February 21, 2026, which requires hotels to display the total price of a stay, inclusive of all mandatory charges, from the moment a room can be reserved. The rule mandates transparency rather than outright elimination, so the fee may still appear, but it should now be disclosed upfront in the all-in rate rather than appearing as a surprise at checkout. Travelers should verify the current fee against the total rate shown at the time of booking.
Is The New York EDITION A Good Marriott Bonvoy Redemption?
The value of a points redemption depends heavily on when and how many points are required for the specific dates sought. The property is a Luxury-tier EDITION, which means it competes in the same points tier as other Manhattan luxury hotels. On nights when dynamic pricing brings the award rate down relative to the cash rate, the redemption can represent genuinely strong value. On high-demand dates, the points requirement climbs in a way that makes cash rates comparatively more efficient. The honest answer is that this hotel rewards flexible travelers who can shop dates rather than those locked into a specific weekend.
Room Types At The New York EDITION
The 271 rooms and suites at The New York EDITION share a consistent design language: dark oak wood-paneled foyers, residential-feel furnishings, and windows sized to pull in views of the surrounding Flatiron and park district. Entry-level accommodations are categorized as Guest Rooms, with Superior and Deluxe Rooms offering larger footprints and sitting areas. For a corner position with windows on two sides, a Deluxe or upgraded category is worth requesting.
Above the standard rooms, the suite tier runs from the Loft Suite, which features vaulted ceilings, up through the Madison Suite, Park Suite, and Flatiron Suite, each progressively larger and adding separate living rooms, dining tables, and dual-fixture bathrooms. At the top, Penthouse Suites encompass a full living space, dining room, and kitchen, with the same scalloped ceiling detail that nods to the clock tower’s landmark architecture. Family Suites round out the category list. All suite tiers add separate rain shower and bathtub configurations versus the rain shower found in the standard rooms.
Rooms at this hotel run on the smaller side, which is a common reality in landmark Manhattan buildings where the floor plate is constrained by the original structure. Travelers who prioritize square footage over design and location tend to be disappointed; those who value atmosphere and position within the city find the tradeoff acceptable.
Dining And Bars: The Clocktower, Lobby Bar, And Gold Bar
The most prominent dining destination is The Clocktower, which occupies the second floor and is operated by Stephen Starr’s STARR Restaurants group. British chef Jason Atherton, who originally launched the restaurant with Starr, departed the project in 2022. The Clocktower earned a Michelin star in 2017 but lost it in 2022, and it focuses on modern British cuisine. The space incorporates three intimate dining rooms and is accessible by elevator or the spiral staircase off the lobby. There is also a dedicated bar area at The Clocktower.
The Gold Bar shares the second floor with The Clocktower and is immediately identifiable by the bar counter finished in 24-karat gold leaf. It also includes a billiards room with a pool table, and the mood skews more social and lounge-like than the formality of the restaurant next door. No elite status benefit applies at any of the on-site dining or bar venues.
The Lobby Bar on the ground floor is the social heart of the hotel. Its candlelit atmosphere is visible from the entrance, which is partly why arrival at The New York EDITION tends to make an immediate impression. The bar is open to guests and non-guests alike and functions as a neighborhood destination in its own right, which fits the Flatiron District’s restaurant-dense character.
Marriott Bonvoy Elite Benefits At The New York EDITION
Points-and-miles travelers considering this property on the strength of their Marriott Bonvoy elite status should calibrate expectations carefully before arrival. EDITION is one of a small group of Marriott brands, alongside Ritz-Carlton and a few others, where complimentary breakfast is not offered as a standard elite benefit. Regardless of status tier, elite members do not receive complimentary breakfast on account of status at EDITION properties. The brand simply does not participate in that particular benefit.
Room upgrades at EDITION exist in theory but the extent of those upgrades is subject to availability and the property’s discretion. There is no guaranteed suite upgrade for any status tier. The original stay documented on this page included a corner room upgrade, which was a positive experience, but it should not be taken as the baseline expectation.
Late checkout is generally available for elite members, and complimentary Wi-Fi applies across all guests regardless of status, as it does at most Marriott properties. For travelers specifically seeking the full suite of Bonvoy Platinum or Titanium breakfast, lounge access, and guaranteed upgrade benefits, a different Marriott brand will deliver more reliably. Those who want The New York EDITION for what it actually offers, which is the design, the location, and the Clocktower, will not find the benefit gap particularly damaging to the overall stay.
Travelers wishing to access complimentary breakfast at EDITION properties have one alternative: booking through the Marriott STARS program, where breakfast is included as part of the program’s rate benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The New York EDITION located?
The New York EDITION is at 5 Madison Avenue in the Flatiron District of Manhattan, inside the landmark 1909 Metropolitan Life Insurance Company clock tower. It sits directly across from Madison Square Park and one block from Eataly. The 23rd Street subway stations for the 6, N, R, and W lines, as well as PATH access, are a short walk away.
How much does The New York EDITION cost per night?
Cash rates vary significantly by date and demand. The hotel uses dynamic pricing, so rates can range from the mid-hundreds on slower dates to well over $1,000 on peak nights. A mandatory destination fee of $40 per night applies on top of the room rate. New York City rules effective February 2026 require hotels to disclose the all-in total, inclusive of mandatory fees, at the time of booking.
How many Marriott Bonvoy points does The New York EDITION cost?
The property uses dynamic award pricing, which means the points cost fluctuates based on demand. Most nights require a substantial points outlay, and nights below 50,000 points are uncommon. Checking the Marriott Bonvoy website for specific dates is the only reliable way to get a current figure.
Does The New York EDITION have a destination fee?
Yes. The hotel charges a $40 per night destination fee. As of the February 2026 NYC disclosure rule, this fee should be included in the total price displayed at the point of booking rather than added at checkout. The fee applies to both cash and award reservations.
Are the rooms at The New York EDITION small?
Entry-level rooms are compact by luxury hotel standards, which is a function of the building’s landmark structure rather than a design oversight. The rooms are well laid out with dark oak paneling, residential furnishings, Le Labo amenities, and a rain shower, but guests who prioritize square footage should consider booking a suite category or choosing a different property. Suites, beginning with the Loft Suite, add substantial living space and vaulted ceilings.
Do Marriott Bonvoy Platinum or Titanium elites get free breakfast at The New York EDITION?
No. EDITION is among the Marriott brands that do not offer complimentary breakfast as an elite benefit, regardless of status level. There is also no executive lounge at the property. Travelers specifically targeting the Bonvoy breakfast benefit will need to choose a different brand or book through the Marriott STARS program, where breakfast is an included rate perk.
Is there parking at The New York EDITION?
The hotel does not have an on-site garage, and street parking in the Flatiron District is extremely limited. Valet parking through nearby facilities is the typical option for guests arriving by car, and it carries a substantial nightly cost. Most guests arriving in New York opt for transit or rideshare rather than driving to this address.
