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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central ParkvsMandarin Oriental, New York
Both of these five-star properties feature astounding views of Central Park and are located in Midtown, a few avenues apart. While The Ritz-Carlton Central Park is the standard for old world elegance and luxury, the less traditional Mandarin Oriental, New York features an exotically lush aesthetic. Both offer many indulgences, including renowned spas and service, but the Mandarin Oriental also offers an enclosed pool with excellent city views.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
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50 Central Park South, New York City, NY 10019
From $695/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
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Frommer's "There’s a lot to like about this hotel... but what I like best is that this luxury hotel manages to maintain a homey elegance and does not intimidate you with an overabundance of style." Full review
Fodor's "It's all about the park views here, though the above-and-beyond service, accommodating to a fault, makes this renowned property popular with celebs and other demanding guests." Full review
Lonely Planet "Pure, unadultered luxury: this landmark building comes with views of Central Park so giant you almost can’t see New York." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"If you're looking for a five-star experience in New York, and you insist on a Ritz, the sister property downtown offers a nearly identical experience for half the price." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Fans rave that this is the best hotel for service in the entire Ritz-Carlton chain. Traditional in style, the large rooms are extremely comfortable and filled with the latest technology."
Time Out "The Ritz offers everything you'd expect from a deluxe Manhattan hotel: Central Park views, luxurious bedding... and an indulgent La Prairie spa." Full review
Star Service "This 29-story building—the former St. Moritz—is Ritz-Carlton's ornate traditional offering, a sumptuous, service-oriented top-flight hotel that will impress even the most jaded globe-trotter." Full review
Gayot "From the moment you enter the lobby, it's easy to forget the outside world."
BlackBook "The Ritz is the tits, baby. No matter what one asks for, it is always the staff's pleasure to assist."
Zagat4.3
""Luxurious" accommodations with "beds like heaven" and "to-die-for" views of Central Park star at this "incredible"."
Mandarin Oriental, New York
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80 Columbus Circle, New York City, NY 10023
From $895/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide "A plush palace of spacious, handsome rooms complete with Frette linens and floor-to-ceiling windows."
Michelin Guide "Mandarin guests are treated to a seemingly limitless selection of haute cuisine hot spots and gourmet dining outposts-all quite literally at their doorstep."
Concierge "The Mandarin Oriental New York competes with the Four Seasons across town as the best-situated, most modern luxury hotel in the city."
Fodor's "Suites, however, are really what set this hotel apart, by creating enough stage space to make the hotel's Asian-influenced decor really dazzle." Full review
Lonely Planet "The 251-room hotel... offers what it should: tip-top opulence." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Mandarin Oriental, located across Columbus Circle from Central Park, offers a dizzying array of modern luxuries." Full review
Travel + Leisure "As sumptuous and plush as the Four Seasons (a few blocks away) is slick and modern." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Asian opulence comes at quite a price in this dramatic hotel."
Time Out "The luxurious rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of the spectacular views." Full review
Star Service "If views are what travelers are looking for, no other hotel in New York can compete. If high standards of service are sought, this place compares well with any." Full review
