LocationOriginally established in 1927 as the former Hotel Beverly, the hotel is considered to be one of the most successful creations by famed architect Emery Roth. The Benjamin is located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan at the corner of Lexington Avenue and 50th Street with quick access to Rockefeller Center, Museum of Modern Art, Fifth Avenue high-end retailer, Radio City Music Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, American Girl Place, Central Park, Midtown headquarters of many Fortune 500 companies. La Guardia Airport lies around 15 km away.RoomsThe Benjamin is a 209-room beaux-arts boutique hotel that exudes the ambiance of a private club. Newly redesigned accommodations by Rottet Studio range from guestrooms with kitchenettes to one-bedroom terrace suites with inspiring skyline views. Guests may choose from a range of newly renovated accommodations, redesigned by Lauren Rottet, namesake and founder of Rottet Studio, including 48 superior guestrooms - 250-275 square feet, 64 deluxe studio suites (18 offer two queen beds) - 300-350 square feet, 79 one-bedroom suites - 450-550 square feet, 10 one-bedroom terrace suites - 550-820 square feet, 7 one-bedroom balcony suites - 550-820 square feet, The Benjamin Suite with a specious terrace and balcony - 1,620 square-foot.All deluxe accommodations include sitting areas and fully equipped kitchenette with granite countertops, glass-door cabinets, refrigerator, microwaves, automatic singleserve coffee makers, dishware and stemware, flatware, and complimentary coffee and tea. Guest room amenities include HD flat-screen TV, iPod alarm clock/radio, Electronic in-room safe, Snack Box curated by Geoffrey Zakarian, Fully equipped kitchenette  Down-filled comforter and Anichini bedding  Pillow offerings with selections varying by sleep positions, Plush bathrobes, Magnifying makeup mirror, Hairdryer, Aromatherapy bath products by Elemis.The Benjamin is distinctive in its technological capabilities. The building has the capacity to accommodate the requirements of today’s business traveler as well as support future technological advancements. The staff caters to the needs of today’s modern executives & industry leaders. Rooms feature High-speed Internet access in every room, Two-line speakerphones with dataport, Voicemail and direct private line service, Personal computers (upon request), Parson’s desk, Task lighting with outlets.At The Benjamin, sleep is not coincidence; it is core to our business. In tandem with the re-launch of The Benjamin’s newly renovated guestrooms the popular sleep offerings are now under the direction of sleep expert and co-author of “Sleep for Success,” Rebecca Robbins. Rest & Renew Program offerings includes a reference copy of Sleep for Success in every room, Full or half-day sleep consultation sessions with Rebecca Robbins by appointment, Pillow offerings arranged by sleeper type, Sleep Team, Sleep masks & ear plugs, Custom-designed Benjamin Bed, Blackout drapes  Work-Down Call, Power Nap, Bedtime snacks, Lavender Turn down, Winks’ Kidzzz Club, Sleep-inducing spa treatments and room service options, White noise machine, Lullaby music library.RestaurantNoted as “one of the 50 favorite restaurants” by The New York Times, The National by internationally acclaimed Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian is housed on the first floor and showcases modern bistro cuisine in a chic grand cafe or 24/7 in-room dining. The National offers modern bistro dishes with Zakarian's signature Modern American touch, a style of cooking that earned him critical acclaim at his previous establishments TOWN and Country. Designed by the Rockwell Group, the 125-seat restaurant is modeled after the traditional European grand cafés and tailored to Midtown Manhattan’s unique culture and clientele. The National offers seasonal modern bistro dishes with Zakarian's signature Modern American touch, a style of cooking that earned him critical acclaim. The restaurant is best known for its cocktail of the week program and signature Ugly Burger. Additionally, restaurant patrons and hotel guests alike can enjoy complimentary access to Sunday Sessions, featuring live music by New York’s up-and-coming jazz and blues artists. AmenitiesKnown for coiffing the tresses of celebs, stylist Federico Calce presents Federico Hair & Spa at The Benjamin. Guests have access to blowouts, color, cuts, manicures and massages in-salon or in-room. The masterful work of Federico Calce, known for coiffing the hair of the world’s top models and celebrities, is available to guests in room and in the recently unveiled salon, Federico Hair & Spa at The Benjamin. The 1,000 square-foot salon, which boasts a European edge, is located on the third floor of the hotel and features six chairs, two rooms for spa services (which are connectable for couple treatments), a pedicure chair, a manicure station, a waxing room and a makeup styling area. From blowouts to haircuts, highlights to hair painting, anti-curl to Brazilian keratin, Federico and his team of international stylists do it all. Open seven days a week, from 7 am to 7 pm, guests are able receive around-the-clock coiffing with a simple call to the concierge, who has direct access to Federico and crew all times, day and night. After hours primping can be performed in-room. Known as “Federico Salon Direct,” this 24-hour service was developed by the designer in response to numerous client requests for off-hour services. Thoughtful services are signature to The Benjamin and include Sleep amenities selected under the guidance of Rebecca Robbins, co-author of Sleep for Success! Winks’ Kidzzz Club, goodDOG by The Benjamin, SIN Workouts, and 24/7 fitness center/sauna. The hotel also provides Business services, Complimentary Wi-Fi access in lobby and restaurant, 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness room/steam room, 24-hour in-room dining, serviced by Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s The National, 24-hour in-room hair and beauty services via “Federico Salon Direct”, Turn-down service upon request, Personal shopping, Same day valet/laundry, Shoe shine, Multilingual concierge, Complimentary daily newspapers including USA Today, The New York Times and Wall Street Journal.