Royalton Park AvenuevsThompson Central Park New York
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Parker New York is the choice of most reviewers compared to Royalton Park Avenue. Parker New York is ranked #37 in New York City with praise from 15 publications including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and BlackBook.
Royalton Park Avenue Show All Reviews
420 Park Avenue South, New York City, NY 10016
From $225/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Tamer than its Meatpacking District older sister, Gansevoort Meatpacking Hotel, the Gansevoort Park, which opened in 2010, still retains much of big sister’s cool glamour feel." Full review
Concierge
"It all feels Miami by way of Madison Avenue, with a bar scene that bumps accordingly."
Fodor's
"A downtown-hip hotel on the edge of lower Midtown, the Gansevoort Park improves upon its hard-living Meatpacking District sibling by several degrees." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Attracting a steady flow of celebrities... this NoMad... hotel is within easy walking distance of Union Square, the Theatre District, and the Empire State Building." Full review
Time Out
"The sleek rooms feature modern metal four-posters or silver satin headboards, plush sofas and saucy retro images by British photographer Deborah Anderson." Full review
Star Service
"It certainly draws from the same stylish crowd of young professionals intent on living the good life, as expressed by the hotel's rooftop party scene.
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Gayot
"The real draw here is the collection of 249 luxury rooms and suites that feature high ceilings, Juliet balconies and five-fixture bathrooms."
BlackBook
"MePa pioneer branched out to Park Avenue. Slick glass building picks up some of the original's trademarks, like light effects, lux spa, and pool up on the sceney roof deck."
Zagat
3.7
""Live it up" at this "hip, cool" boutique -- sister of the famed Meatpacking District option -- that brings the "feel-good" vibe to Midtown with "modern" decor in the atrium lobby."
Not For Tourists
"Stay like a VIP: Rooftop pool, gorgeous rooms, and Park Ave."
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."