Trump International Hotel and Tower New YorkvsThe Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York
The Benjamin and Trump International Hotel and Tower New York are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Trump International Hotel and Tower New York scores slightly better than The Benjamin. Trump International Hotel and Tower New York scores 88 with praise from 15 publications like Star Service, Concierge and DK Eyewitness.
Trump International Hotel and Tower New York Show All Reviews
1 Central Park West, New York City, NY 10023
From $389/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"From the outside, it’s a tall, dark monolith, hovering over Columbus Circle and lower Central Park... Guest rooms are surprisingly understated." Full review
Concierge
"Apart from the vistas—and the thrill of checking into a place owned by the star of The Apprentice—the advantages of staying here will most benefit business travelers."
Fodor's
"This iconic New York property with incomparable views of Central Park has interior design and decor... with the rest of the hotel's stellar standards." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Fans of The Apprentice and big-money types looking for enviable Park views will enjoy the luxury." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"An ostentatiously luxurious hotel with a supremely well-trained staff, and huge, elegant rooms designed by Ivanka Trump herself." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This soaring black monolith on Columbus Circle, with its gold awning that seems to jut out into traffic, isn't the subtlest hotel in town—but then The Donald has never been known for his modesty." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This modern luxury hotel tower prides itself on its exclusivity, discretion, and style."
Star Service
"Anchoring the southwest corner of Central Park, this hotel is Donald Trump's gold-plated calling card, a flashy but sophisticated operation that borrows much of its allure from its..." Full review
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Not only does the kitchen provide room service, it will on request send a sous chef to cook a meal in a guest's kitchenette.
Gayot
"The most unique feature of the services offered here is the Trump Attaché, a valet assigned to each guest upon reservation to anticipate his or her every need."
BlackBook
"The Donald’s brassy ’80s-skinned Gulf and Western tower the perfect aerie for plutocrats looking to rock park views."
The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York Show All Reviews
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
Oyster
Upscale
"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