DoubleTree by Hilton Metropolitan Hotel is perfectly located at Lexington Avenue (at 51st Street) in the heart of Midtown Manhattan's fashionable East Side. This newly renovated, iconic hotel is steps from Park Avenue, Bloomingdales, Madison Avenue shopping, the United Nations, Central Park, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Broadway theaters, The Museum of Modern Art and many other famous museums. Originally designed by famous Art Deco architect Morris Lapidus, DoubleTree by Hilton Metropolitan completed a $25 million transformation project in summer 2012 which restored this landmark hotel to its former glory. Grand Central Terminal and all major bus & subway lines are within walking distance The hotel offers 764 guest rooms (including 22 suites) which were renovated in summer 2012. In-room amenities include 37-inch flat screen television, cordless telephone and large work desk with ergonomic chair amidst contemporary, sleek décor. Met Grill is the hotel's restaurant open for breakfast; Met Bar is a trendy lounge located in the lobby featuring cocktails and light fare. Additional hotel amenities include complimentary 24-hour business center, complimentary fully equipped 24-hour fitness center, room service, salon, gift shop and a Concierge/Theater Ticket Desk. For groups and meetings, the hotel has 12,000 sq. ft. of modern event space which includes a Ballroom, two boardrooms & two glass-enclosed Penthouses with balconies The hotel is 100% non-smoking. Self & valet parking are available. The hotel allows pets (under 60 lbs). There is 24-hour Security onsite