The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel

Was in NYC for an unexpected family emergency. Julio was the shining light for our very stressful stay. His smile, his compassion, and care made the days feel lighter. The hotel is beautiful, and our room was very comfortable.

The newly renovated Surrey Hotel is nothing short of spectacular—a true gem on the Upper East Side that perfectly blends timeless elegance with fresh, modern sophistication. From the moment you arrive, the experience feels elevated and personal. We were regular guests prior to the renovation - the exceeded all hopes. Every detail thought of. A special thanks to Julio, the doorman, who sets the tone immediately with his warm, welcoming presence. Every time you walk through the doors—he is gracious, attentive, and genuinely kind. The interiors are stunning—beautifully reimagined with refined details, that feels both intimate and effortlessly chic. Every corner reflects thoughtful design and a commitment to excellence. Dining at Casa Tua inside the hotel was equally impressive. Taylor, our server, was outstanding—knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. She guided us through the menu with confidence and enthusiasm, making the entire experience feel curated and special. The Surrey has truly outdone itself with this renovation—it’s not just a stay, it’s an experience. I spent 3 nights in March and just returned for the day today and stopped by to say hi to Julio and have breakfast at Casa Tua. I’m so glad I did and can’t wait to return!

This was our second time staying at The Surrey. It will not be our last. We love this property. The location between Central Park and Madison Avenue is special. The team at The Surrey is unmatched and that includes the concierge, front desk, restaurant staff, and the fine people who work the front door.

15/10 stay. Staff was wonderful. Room was very quiet, comfortable, and luxurious. Great water pressure in spacious shower. Nice location for upper east side attractions and convenient to subway. Water provided daily for nespresso machine and replenished in evening. Was upgraded to grand deluxe room at check-in and found a bowl of fruit with nice welcome letter in the room, which was a Godsend after a 1.5 hour cab ride from JFK. Would stay again in a heartbeat!

Can’t say enough about the room. Had a suite and it had plenty of space to stretch out and relax. The furniture was super comfortable and meant for use. The bed was beyond comfortable, slept soundly, more like home than hotel. Gorgeous bathroom with great shower. Despite looking over Madison Ave. the bedroom was whisper quiet. Finally, one of the few hotels to offer a decent half bottle of red wine in the mini-bar. The public spaces are lovely and the staff extremely courteous and helpful. The restaurant tends to sell out even for guests, so you need a reservation for dinner. The bar is a bit small and also crowded during post-work hours. However, it has a great atmosphere. The gym hails from an era when people didn’t work out. No weight machines to speak of and while there are cardio machines, there aren’t many. Overall though, well worth the price. An E-ticket, for those old enough to remember them.