Carlton Arms Hotel

Carlton Arms Hotel is a truly one-of-a-kind budget property located at 160 East 25th Street at the corner of Third Avenue in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan. For over 35 years, the hotel has hosted nearly 200 artists through its residency program, and the results are visible in every corner of the building: murals, paintings, and sculptural installations cover every room, hallway, and bathroom, creating what guests describe as sleeping inside a living art gallery. The hotel offers 74 rooms across five floors in a charming walkup building, with options for private or shared bathrooms. Despite the absence of some modern hotel amenities, Carlton Arms more than compensates with its extraordinary character, genuine bohemian atmosphere, and remarkably affordable rates by Manhattan standards. All rooms include air conditioning, climate control, and basic media amenities. The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and staffs a 24-hour front desk with multilingual, personable concierge-style service. A small gallery, known as the Artbreak Hotel Gallery, hosts rotating exhibitions on-site. Carlton Arms appeals to art lovers, backpackers, writers, and anyone seeking an alternative to the generic hotel experience. Its location near Madison Square Park, the Empire State Building, and Gramercy’s excellent restaurant scene makes it both atmospheric and highly practical for exploring New York City.