Getting around from The Mark: subway, cabs, bikes and walking
The Mark sits at 25 E 77th Street at Madison Avenue, one block from Central Park, with easy walking access to Museum Mile and a 77th Street (6 train) subway station about a 5-minute walk away. On-site options include complimentary bicycles, valet and limo/town car service; cabs and rideshares are readily available on Madison Avenue.
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Overview — how to leave the hotel
The Mark's address is 25 East 77th Street at Madison Avenue on Manhattan's Upper East Side. The hotel's front desk and concierge can arrange taxis, town cars, private transfers, and sightseeing help.
On-property transport amenities listed by the hotel include complimentary bicycles, limo/town car service, and valet parking (valet for a surcharge). For BookResorts assistance, agents are available 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350.
- Complimentary on-site bicycles (Mark Bikes / electric options in warmer months)
- Limo / town car service available on request
- Valet parking available for a surcharge; front-desk concierge can coordinate
| Service | How to request |
|---|---|
| Bicycles | Ask concierge or front desk |
| Limo / town car | Concierge arranges on request |
| Valet parking | Arrive at hotel entrance; staff will assist |
Subway: nearest station and useful lines
The closest subway stop is the 77th Street station served by the 6 train; it is about a five-minute walk (roughly 350 meters) from The Mark. The 6 train runs along the east side and connects you to midtown, downtown, and transfer stations.
Subway travel is often the fastest way to cover longer distances in Manhattan. The concierge can point you to the quickest walking route to the station and help with subway maps or MetroCard information.
- Station: 77th Street (served by the 6 local train)
- Walk time: about 5 minutes from the hotel
- Good for: quick access to Midtown, Lower Manhattan, and transfer stations
| Destination by subway | Typical transfer |
|---|---|
| Midtown (e.g., Grand Central / 42nd St) | Transfer/ride on 6 + short walk or transfer |
| Lower Manhattan | 6 train southbound, transfer as needed |
| Other boroughs | Transfer at major hubs for express/other lines |
Cabs and rideshares
Madison Avenue sees frequent yellow cabs and you can request app-based rideshares (Uber/Lyft) from outside the hotel entrance. The concierge or front desk can also call a taxi or arrange a town car or limo if you prefer a pre-booked transfer.
For airport transfers, the hotel offers limo/town car service; otherwise, taxis and rideshares are convenient. Travel times to airports vary by traffic—concierge can advise current conditions and estimated drive times.
- Yellow cabs: hail on Madison Avenue or ask concierge to call one
- Rideshares: request pickup from the hotel entrance; check app for estimated wait
- Pre-booked transfers: concierge can arrange limo/town car service
| Airport | Approx. distance noted in hotel dossier |
|---|---|
| LaGuardia (LGA) | About 8 miles (concierge arranges transfer) |
| JFK | About 13 miles |
| Newark (EWR) | About 19 miles |
Biking and pedicabs from The Mark
The Mark provides complimentary bicycles for guests and has offered electric Mark Bikes in warmer months; private pedicab options are also provided as a guest amenity on request. Biking is a pleasant way to reach Central Park (one block away) and explore the Upper East Side.
If you want to bike beyond the immediate neighborhood, ask the concierge about recommended routes, helmet availability, and any seasonal limitations on the hotel's electric bikes.
- Complimentary bikes provided by the hotel (electric models available seasonally)
- Concierge can arrange pedicabs for short, scenic rides
- Good for short trips to Central Park and Museum Mile
| Trip | Practical note |
|---|---|
| Central Park | About 1 block — easy bike or walk |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Short ride or walk along Museum Mile |
| Longer rides | Ask concierge for routes and bike-return policies |
Walking: immediate neighborhood and museum access
The Mark is one block from Central Park and a short walk from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and other Museum Mile institutions. The hotel's location makes walking the most pleasant option for nearby cultural sites, Madison Avenue shopping, and many restaurants.
For quieter park access, the eastern edge at 77th Street offers less crowded entrances than the southern park approach. The concierge can provide walking directions and estimated walk times to specific attractions.
- Central Park: about 1 block
- Metropolitan Museum of Art: around a 10-minute walk
- Guggenheim and other Museum Mile museums: easily walkable
| Attraction | Walk time (hotel notes) |
|---|---|
| Central Park | 1 block |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | About 10 minutes |
| Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum | About 10 minutes to half-mile range |
Airports, trains and longer transfers
The dossier lists LaGuardia (LGA) as the closest major airport at about eight miles from The Mark, with John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Newark (EWR) farther away. The hotel can arrange limo/town car transfers; the concierge will provide current drive-time estimates based on traffic.
Grand Central Terminal is a longer walk or short subway ride away; it is listed in dossier sources as a few kilometers from the hotel. For regional rail or long-distance travel, the concierge can advise the best route and schedule.
- LaGuardia (LGA): listed as the closest airport (about 8 miles)
- JFK and Newark (EWR): further distances listed in dossier
- Grand Central: reachable by subway or car; concierge can advise
| Transfer type | How The Mark can help |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer | Concierge arranges limo/town car or advise taxis/rideshares |
| Train (Grand Central) | Directions and subway guidance from concierge |
| Private jet (Teterboro) | Concierge can advise on options and transfer times |
Practical tips and accessibility
The Mark's concierge and front desk operate 24 hours and can help coordinate any transport, from bike loans to private car hires. The hotel is 100% non-smoking and provides multilingual concierge assistance for route planning and reservations.
If you have mobility needs or are traveling with children, ask the concierge about accessibility options, stroller-friendly walking routes, and supervised childcare or babysitting services available for a surcharge.
- Front desk/concierge: open 24 hours for transport help
- Children: supervised childcare/babysitting available for a surcharge
- Pet considerations: The Mark allows dogs and cats (max two per reservation) — mention pets when arranging transport
| Need | Who to contact at the hotel |
|---|---|
| Arrange limo or town car | Concierge / front desk |
| Borrow bikes or pedicab | Concierge |
| Book childcare or special assistance | Concierge; charges may apply |
