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Thompson Central Park New YorkvsThe Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Benjamin is preferred by most reviewers compared to Parker New York. The Benjamin has a TripExpert Score of 85 with positive reviews from 15 sources like Travel + Leisure, Time Out and Zagat.
Thompson Central Park New York
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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."
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York Michelin Guide
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125 East 50th Street, New York City, NY 10022
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
Michelin Guide "Midtown Manhattan hotels are notorious for their cramped quarters, but The Benjamin bucks the trend with a spectrum of spacious rooms and suites equipped with full galley kitchens."
Frommer's "All rooms are airy, but the deluxe studios and one-bedroom suites are extra large... If you are a light sleeper, book a room off Lexington Avenue, which can get busy most weeknights and mornings." Full review
Fodor's "NYC is often called the City that Never Sleeps, but if a good night's rest is essential for your visit, the Benjamin may be your choice accommodation." Full review
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With a menu of 12 pillows to choose from (including buckwheat, water, and Swedish memory varieties), white-noise machines, and 400-thread-count sheets, they've got it covered.
Insight Guides "The Benjamin offers business and leisure travelers four-star amenities and some of the most comfortable beds in New York, at relatively reasonable prices."
Lonely Planet "If you like your morning oatmeal at just-so temperature, but need some Midtown luxury, the 26-floor Benjamin has kitchenettes in all of its 209 rooms." Full review
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"Its spa and fitness center, central location, tasteful luxury, outstanding restaurant, and richly comfortable rooms combine to make it a solid choice for well-heeled visitors of all kinds." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Housed in a 1927 Beaux-Arts building designed by famed architect Emery Roth, this midtown hotel is located within a mile of Times Square." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The modern rooms in this low-key hotel are designed for comfort. The work stations are perfect for business travelers."
Time Out "All rooms in this pet-friendly hotel have kitchenettes with microwaves and sinks (some suites have full-size fridges), so it’s a hit with families as well as business travelers." Full review
Star Service "For the most part, the accommodations are classic in style, with beige and ivory hues, as well as some very stylish gessoed pieces, including bureaus topped with flat-screen TVs." Full review
