In the center of Manhattan and covering 843 acres of woodlands, lakes and landscaped lawns, Central Park is visited by more than 35 million people a year. Go ice skating, visit the zoo, play a game of baseball, listen to live music, or ride in a horse-drawn carriage. While no hotels exist inside Central Park, a select number of exclusive retreats with balconies overlooking the outdoor oasis can be found.
Built in 1926 and bordering Central Park, The Surrey is an upscale retreat on the Upper East Side. Preserving its long and rich history, the hotel combines elegant decor with modern amenities, including a fitness center, full-service spa and Art Deco-inspired bar. Have a romantic dinner, surrounded by blooming flowers and 360-degree views of Manhattan on the rooftop garden, or dine on French cuisine at Cafe Boulud. When it's time to rest your head, retire to the 1,150 square-foot, top floor Penthouse Suite, with a fully stocked kitchen, a library, marble fireplace and a 1,000
square-foot wraparound terrace, or spoil yourself with the 4,500 square-foot Presidential Suite that boasts panoramic views of Central Park and downtown.
The Surrey
20 East 76th Street
New York, NY 10021
212-288-3700
thesurrey.com
In the heart of Manhattan, the Four Seasons Hotel is a luxurious five-star resort, with sweeping views of Central Park and the downtown skyline. Adorned in contemporary furnishings, the hotel features a fitness center, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and over 9,500 square feet of available conference space. Relax with a hot stone massage, healing and detox wrap, or a botanical balancer at the spa. Dine on gourmet artistic creations, at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, then head to The Bar, for a signature martini. Choose from a variety of floor plans, with unobstructed views of Central Park, including executive suites with separate living rooms, private terraces and 800 square feet of living space, or the studio one-bedroom suites, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and two terraces overlooking Central Park. For the ultimate luxury accommodation, stay in the 4,300 square-foot Ty Warner Penthouse, with 360-degree views of Manhattan, 25-foot lofted ceilings, an indoor-outdoor Zen garden and a private balcony 700 feet above Central Park.
Four Seasons Hotel
57 East 57th Street
New York, New York,10022
212-758-5700
fourseasons.com/newyorkfs
A staple in Manhattan and steps from Central Park, The Plaza has hosted everyone from Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald to kings and ambassadors from around the world. Opened in 1907, The Plaza is the only hotel in New York City classified as a National Historic Landmark. With lavish European-inspired decor, no detail was overlooked in restoring the renowned hotel. Get pampered at the full-service spa and salon, or work out at the state-of-the-art fitness center. At night, enjoy contemporary American cuisine at The Oak Bar, or sip on a signature cocktail while dining on small plates at The Rose Club. While there are 282 guest rooms and suites, only a handful of rooms have private balconies overlooking the Park. Adorned in Louis XV inspired decor, the two-story Royal Terrace Suite features a separate living room, two bedrooms and a 400 square-foot terrace with unobstructed views of Central Park.
The Plaza
Fifth Avenue at Central Park South
New York, New York 10019
212-759-3000
theplaza.com
