The Ritz Carlton New York, Central Park

Midtown, New York

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The hotel

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park welcomes guests with a luxurious, but warm atmosphere befitting one of the world's most impressive destinations. Exquisite details including works of floral art by Jane Packer create a residential air complemented by glorious views of Central Park. The 1930s landmark building has been redesigned into a chic yet classic hotel, with contemporary rooms, a grand restaurant, and the only northeastern spa by Switzerland's La Prairie. Service is of the highest standard; make sure you contact the guest relations department to personalise your experience and help you create holiday memories of a lifetime.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

On Central Park South, a few steps into Central Park, and within easy walking distance of 5th Avenue. Transfer time from John F. Kennedy International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

253 newly refurbished rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, HDTV, bespoke mini-bar*, WiFi access*, safe, a table-top telescope, choice of 7 types of pillows,a luxurious bath and soaking tub with bath butler and bath menu services, bathrobes and slippers. Deluxe Rooms are 450 sq ft with city or courtyard views and are located on floors 3-22 with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 1 child on a rollaway bed. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

Deluxe Double Double Rooms have city or courtyard views, are located on floors 3-22 and have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

City View Rooms have street view with partial view of Central Park, are located on floors 3-22 and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 1 child on a rollaway bed. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

Central Park View Rooms have views of Central Park, are located on floors 3-9 and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 1 child on a rollaway bed. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

City View Suites have views of Sixth Avenue, a spacious separate living room and two bathrooms, with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

Park View Suites have views of Central Park and a spacious separate living room, with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. (Club Lounge upgrade available*).

Deluxe Park View Suites are as above but larger and with breathtaking views of Central Park and complimentary club lounge access, with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed in living room, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Premier Park Suites are 1100 sq ft corner suites with panoramic views of Central Park, a large living room with dining area and complimentary club lounge access, with 1 king-size bed and sofa bed in living area, sleeping 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Contour Gastro Lounge And Bar (American restaurant serving carefully crafted dishes with cocktails). Enjoy a taste of the hotel’s Contour Manhattan while learning about the history of the cocktail, daily from 5:15pm-5:30pm. 24-hour room service*. La Prairie Spa with 6 treatment rooms*. Fitness centre. WiFi access*.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge. 

One person must be aged 18 years and over in each room.

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Traveller rating

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Jul 16, 2025 Alan G

Always amazing service and smile from the second the bellman greets you to the front desk and everything in between. The breakfast is incredible and service always 5 star!This I has been one of our favorite hotels for years and continues to go above and beyond. Truly first class experience all the way through.
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Jul 15, 2025 highlandspring Sevenoaks, United Kingdom

A superb stay. I had one of the rnty level rooms but still fabulous. The service at Ritz Carlton and St Regis is always superlative and this RC Manhattan is a shining star . The staff could not do enough to ensure their guests are valued and happy.
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Jul 14, 2025 Amanda S Los Angeles, California

I had an amazing stay at The Ritz Carlton Central Park with my friends. The location is perfect if you love Central Park and the surrounding area. Not far at all from Times Square. We went to the lobby bar and had a great time. The drinks were excellent! Steve, the bartender, made us feel right at home and took great care of us. We also met the… Read more
I had an amazing stay at The Ritz Carlton Central Park with my friends. The location is perfect if you love Central Park and the surrounding area. Not far at all from Times Square. We went to the lobby bar and had a great time. The drinks were excellent! Steve, the bartender, made us feel right at home and took great care of us. We also met the manager,Tommy, who was very friendly and welcoming. Every staff member we interacted with during our stay was kind and professional. We are definitely looking forward to coming back. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 2nd Time and Still Great

May 18, 2025 776hg Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Although the rooms could use a little restoration I still have to give this hotel 5 stars for service, location, and charm. It’s our second time staying here and we will return again. Trevor was such a gentlemen and made our infant son feel right at home (as did all the staff but he went the extra mile)! The coffee station in the lobby in the… Read more
Although the rooms could use a little restoration I still have to give this hotel 5 stars for service, location, and charm. It’s our second time staying here and we will return again. Trevor was such a gentlemen and made our infant son feel right at home (as did all the staff but he went the extra mile)! The coffee station in the lobby in the morning is a life saver. I’d recommend always opting for a park facing room. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Bad experience, snobby staff, overall disappointing experience

May 15, 2025 Irisheyes72 Grand Rapids, Michigan

Very disappointed in our stay at the Ritz Central Park. We went for Mother’s Day weekend. I’m a lifetime platinum member and held Titanium until end of March. When I reserved our room I used 2 suite night rewards to try to get an upgrade. I also received an email from the concierge at the hotel “inviting us to experience the club lounge”. As… Read more
Very disappointed in our stay at the Ritz Central Park. We went for Mother’s Day weekend. I’m a lifetime platinum member and held Titanium until end of March. When I reserved our room I used 2 suite night rewards to try to get an upgrade. I also received an email from the concierge at the hotel “inviting us to experience the club lounge”. As lounge access is a guaranteed benefit I was not surprised by this but was pleased. We checked in Friday night and I was told that the hotel wouldn’t honor my suite night upgrade. We were given a crappy room with what they said was a partial park view. Which meant if you leaned into the window you could look around the corner and see the park. We were also told we do not qualify for the lounge access. The front desk staff said they email that to all guests - and the invitation is for you to upgrade and pay extra for a suite and lounge. After all my years of Marriott loyalty this is so disturbing. I checked the web site that evening and all of the suites that I requested were available for the weekend and not sold. The hotel preferred to screw over a loyal Bonvoy member and let a room go empty rather than provide the upgrade that we were entitled to. The staff were very snooty. I had to call to request a coffee machine be sent to the room. I would not stay at this hotel again. Overpriced, snobby staff and bad value for the money. Read less