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Royalton Park AvenuevsThe Knickerbocker

Both Royalton Park Avenue and The Knickerbocker are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Knickerbocker scores slightly better than Royalton Park Avenue. The Knickerbocker has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 12 reviewers like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.

Royalton Park Avenue
8/10
420 Park Avenue South, New York City, NY 10016
From $225/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 Concierge
"It all feels Miami by way of Madison Avenue, with a bar scene that bumps accordingly."
Fodor's 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 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 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 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. " Full review
Gayot 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 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 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 Not For Tourists
"Stay like a VIP: Rooftop pool, gorgeous rooms, and Park Ave."
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The Knickerbocker
8/10
6 Times Square, New York City, NY 10036
From $749/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Star Service Star Service
"Across from the 50th Street subway station...this groundbreaking hotel may harbor a cool vibe in the lobby...but the best is actually reserved for upstairs." Full review
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Rooms in the landmark building are sleek and contemporary–-and perfect for a good night's sleep, thanks to fabulous beds, sound-proof windows, and blackout drapes." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This luxury hotel in Times Square was founded by legendary businessman John Jacob Astor IV."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Originally opened in 1906 by John Jacob Astor, the 330-room Knickerbocker is back in business after a luxurious, $240-million refurbishment." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This Beaux Arts-style landmark property recently reopened as a hotel for the first time in almost a century." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"All 330 guest rooms have a very contemporary luxury look with modern amenities such as plush beds, down pillows, flatscreen Smart TVs, free WiFi." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Times Square landmark turned elegant urban sleep, with food by Charlie Palmer, a sprawling rooftop bar and iconic views." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This Beaux-Arts landmark... has never felt so sumptuous." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"For those inclined to brave the wild refuge that is Times Square, check into The Knickerbocker Hotel." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Set in a landmarked, 1902 Beaux Arts beaut of a skyscraper, the hotel makes smart use of the building’s grand bones: guest rooms all have soaring 12-foot ceilings and massive windows." Full review

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