The Restaurant at Thompson Central Park New York

"Not only does the hotel feature a 17,000-square-foot fitness center (with basketball and racquetball courts, a spa, and a rooftop pool), but it’s also the site of two of the most unique restaurants in midtown (Norma’s and Burger Joint, also reviewed on this website), plus a spectacularly beautiful espresso bar called Knave"

"None of the coffee drinks or cocktails or snacks are $1,000, it's just the one omelet at the one restaurant"

"With a 42nd-floor indoor pool, a name-brand independent gym, a prime location just south of Central Park, and three excellent restaurants, the Meridien offers more amenities than most of its competitors"

"The hotel is known for its two-story Gravity fitness center, which includes a glass-enclosed rooftop pool, as well as its renowned Norma restaurant, home of the famous $1,000 omelette"

"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"

"This swanky hotel boasts 731 rooms, as well as conference areas, event spaces and a restaurant"

"Worth the hype (and the wait) are the hotel’s two restaurants: the tucked away retro diner the Burger Joint (which also offers milkshakes and on-tap beers) and Norma’s, which is known for having one of the best breakfasts in the city"

"New to the hotel is the popular Indian restaurant that is earning well-deserved attention from local foodies"