Thompson Central Park New YorkvsJW Marriott Essex House New York
Both JW Marriott Essex House New York and Parker New York are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, JW Marriott Essex House New York ranks marginally higher than Parker New York. JW Marriott Essex House New York comes in at #28 in New York City with recommendations from 15 reviewers like The Telegraph, Oyster and Star Service.
Thompson Central Park New York Show All Reviews
119 West 56th Street, New York City, NY 10019
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"This hotel maintains a shiny, clean veneer, with comfortably modern rooms, a huge fitness centre, rooftop swimming pool and 24hr room service."
Michelin Guide
"Stylish in an updated kind of way, it also feels incredibly warm and inviting."
Fodor's
"A splash of kookiness in otherwise staid Midtown, the Parker Meridian combines the comforts of a dependable large hotel with elements of whimsy that keep visitors coming back." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Luxury all the way but geared for fun... the 42-floor Le Parker Meridien is an experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Situated just south of Central Park, Le Parker Meridien hotel juxtaposes classic chic with whimsical details." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"With outstanding service and one of the best restaurants and gyms in town, this sleek and modern hotel offers the best value in this price category."
Time Out
"This swanky hotel boasts 731 rooms, as well as conference areas, event spaces and a restaurant." Full review
Star Service
"On the same block as Carnegie Hall, between Sixth and Seventh avenues, this marble ode to the good life is the best of the city's flavorful French-inspired commercial offerings." Full review
Gayot
"The pace at this hotel is smooth and efficient, the surroundings handsome and elegant, and the ambience distinctly French."
BlackBook
"Stride like 50 Cent and Ashton through stately columns and indulge all power trip perversions in pampering environs."
JW Marriott Essex House New York Show All Reviews
160 Central Park South, New York City, NY 10019
From $327/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"The best rooms have spectacular Central Park views, and despite the attentive service and marble lobby, the atmosphere is quite relaxed."
Michelin Guide
"As in years past, today's guests flock here for its premier location, sophisticated services, and quiet luxury."
Frommer's
"This Central Park icon oozes Art Deco... You won’t find tiny rooms here, nor should you; suites are magnificent, especially those overlooking the park." Full review
Concierge
"In terms of price and luxury, it sits a notch below the nearby Mandarin Oriental, Ritz-Carlton, and Four Seasons."
Fodor's
"With Central Park views and an art deco masterpiece of a lobby, the JW Marriott Essex House is a comfortable Midtown hotel that is full of character." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This large, luxurious Art Deco icon, located on the southern edge of Central Park, evokes the opulence of bygone times." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Housed inside a 1931 Art Deco building, the JW Marriott Essex House is part of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America." Full review
Time Out
"A recent hotel-wide revamp brought high-tech in-room gadgets and contemporary-classic decor loosely inspired by the building's Art Deco past." Full review
Star Service
"In true Marriott fashion, the hotel has opened an executive lounge for the exclusive use of those booking premium category rooms and suites plus the most loyal Marriott customers. " Full review
Gayot
"One of the grand dames of NYC hotels, the JW Marriott Essex House New York is as elegant as ever."