There are still a few weeks of summer left in New York City, and there’s no better time to slow down and enjoy them at The Lowell.
Spend an afternoon over iced tea and pastries, dine outside at Majorelle, relax on a private terrace, or head out to explore Central Park and the Upper East Side. With its quiet, residential feel and central location, The Lowell offers a comfortable base for enjoying the city without feeling caught up in city's rush. The hotel sits on East 63rd Street between Madison and Park Avenues, just steps from Central Park and within easy reach of Fifth Avenue, Madison Avenue, museums, galleries, restaurants, and some of the city’s best shopping.
Enjoy Summer Outdoors at Majorelle
There’s something especially enjoyable about eating outside in New York during the summer. At Majorelle, the outdoor café offers a peaceful place to sit down and take a break from the city.
Executive Chef David Thual’s French-Mediterranean menu works just as well for a relaxed lunch as it does for dinner. Start the morning with breakfast in the Pembroke Room (only open to in-house guests), meet friends for lunch, or settle in for dinner outdoors as the evening begins. For a quieter take on summer dining in New York, Majorelle is a memorable choice.
Afternoon Tea with a Summer Twist
The Lily of The Valley Afternoon Tea at The Lowell is a long-standing favorite, and in summer, there’s a lighter seasonal feel to the experience.
Take a seat and enjoy finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, delicate pastries, and a selection of iced teas made for warmer days. It’s a good excuse to step out of the heat for a while, whether you’ve spent the morning shopping, visiting museums, or walking around the Upper East Side. For visitors looking for Afternoon Tea in New York City, The Lowell offers a more intimate setting than many of the city’s grander tea rooms.
Summer Evenings at Jacques Bar
When the afternoon starts to wind down, Jacques Bar is a natural place to stop for a drink. Settle in for a cocktail before dinner, meet friends for a casual drink, or stay for a nightcap. During the summer, the outdoor café is another option for enjoying a drink while taking in the evening. Whether you're coming back from a walk in Central Park, just finished shopping along Madison Avenue or meeting friends for dinner at Majorelle, Jacques Bar is the perfect stop.
Escape to Your Own Private Terrace
Private outdoor space is hard to come by in Manhattan. At The Lowell, select guestrooms and suites have private terraces, giving guests a place to step outside without leaving the hotel. Have coffee outdoors in the morning, read in the afternoon sun, or pour a glass of wine and watch the city settle down in the evening. The terraces are paired with the spacious rooms and suites The Lowell is known for, along with marble bathrooms, custom details, and signature wood-burning fireplaces. It’s a rare combination of space and privacy in the middle of Manhattan. Subject to availability, our Reservations Team is at hand to help out with booking a room with a terrace.
Things to Do in New York City This Summer
One of the best things about staying at The Lowell is the location. Many of New York’s most well-known attractions are close enough to explore on foot, making it easy to build a day around whatever you feel like doing.
Explore Central Park: Just steps from the hotel, Central Park is perfect for an early morning walk, a picnic, a visit to the Central Park Zoo, or a few quiet hours exploring its gardens and paths.
Visit New York’s great museums: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Frick Collection are both nearby, so you can easily spend a morning looking around before stopping for lunch or Afternoon Tea.
Shop Madison and Fifth Avenues: Designer boutiques and luxury houses line both avenues, putting some of Manhattan’s best shopping within easy reach of the hotel. Some of America's best independent designers and brands have arrived on Madison Avenue allowing you to have a very unique and diverse shopping experience.