Park Central

Midtown


Close to Carnegie Hall, Broadway and Central Park, the Park Central is positively massive (761 rooms!), a fact that becomes apparent in the sometimes lengthy waits for an elevator. Following a multimillion-dollar overhaul in 2013, the hotel is in good nick, though some rooms still seem a bit dated with cramped bathrooms and service is hit-or-miss.

Wi-fi is included in a somewhat cheeky $36 facilities fee, which also includes access to the fitness center and unlimited US phone calls.


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