The SurreyvsHotel AKA Nomad
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The Surrey ranks significantly better than The Roger. The Surrey has a TripExpert Score of 92 with approval from 20 reviewers such as Departures, BlackBook and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Surrey Show All Reviews
20 E. 76th Street, New York City, NY 10021
From $473/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"The interior is a showcase for contemporary design; standard “salons” (rooms) have been beautifully furnished with ornate carpets, hand-crafted wardrobes and funky, modern desks."
Michelin Guide
"The Surrey's location may be knee deep in the old-monied world of the Upper East Side, but its quietly elegant flair is as new as a spring lamb."
Concierge
"The suites, while very large, feel corporate."
Lonely Planet
"This steely Upper East Side gem – literally, everything is decorated in silvery shades of grey – is all about luxury." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 190-room hotel on the Upper East Side is ready to pull guests away from the nearby Carlyle with room service by Cafe Boulud." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Spruced-up rooms and suites—in shades of gray, cream, and white—have Duxiana beds, Pratesi bathrobes, and exclusive amenities from perfumer Laura Tonatto." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This all-suite hotel is a lovely choice for those willing to spend extra on dramatically more space."
Time Out
"The centerpiece is undoubtedly the incredibly comfortable DUX by Duxiana bed... coupled with the hotel’s quiet location, it practically guarantees your best sleep ever." Full review
Star Service
"Service operates on a high level, with guests at reception being escorted right to their guest rooms, while a Les Clefs d'Or concierge seemingly holds the keys to the city." Full review
Gayot
"Today The Surrey provides travelers with an ultra relaxing place to rest between visits to Upper East Side spots such as the Whitney Museum of American Art."
Hotel AKA Nomad Show All Reviews
131 Madison Avenue, New York City, NY 10016
From $195/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"The first thing you’ll notice at Roger Williams is the use of colour; the Scandinavian/Japanese fusion rooms utilize both mellow and vibrant tones."
Frommer's
"One of the top choices in what is a quiet yet convenient Midtown location." Full review
Fodor's
"A colorful choice in a rather plain neighborhood, the Roger continues to have a following among repeat visitors to New York, especially since its 2012 redesign." Full review
Jetsetter
"Dapper New York dandy with classic cocktails and New American fare on Madison Avenue." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A stylish option for those with a little more to spend, and the amenities make it worth the price – free breakfast, all-day serve-yourself coffee and treats, and a DVD library."
Star Service
"There is nothing ironic or skeptical or raunchy about it. It's just a refreshing, clean, well-lighted oasis of hospitality." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel is a charmer that appeals to the fashion crowd. It's located near The Morgan Library and the Fashion District."
BlackBook
"Comfortably sleeps the business associate on the road or the in-tune out-of-towner. Simple, modern, sophisticated style features plenty of color."
Lonely Planet
"A cheery little boutique hotel in a great locale."
The Telegraph
7.0
"This boutique hotel, in a landmark building on Madison Avenue, combines personalised service with luxury accommodation." Full review