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Thompson Central Park New York vs The Pierre, A Taj Hotel

Parker New York and The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York are both rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York ranks slightly better than Parker New York. The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York comes in at #22 in New York City with positive reviews from 15 publications such as Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Forbes Travel Guide.

Thompson Central Park New York
Thompson Central Park New York
8 / 10
119 West 56th Street, New York City, NY 10019
From $249 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This hotel maintains a shiny, clean veneer, with comfortably modern rooms, a huge fitness centre, rooftop swimming pool and 24hr room service."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Stylish in an updated kind of way, it also feels incredibly warm and inviting."
Fodor's Fodor's
"A splash of kookiness in otherwise staid Midtown, the Parker Meridian combines the comforts of a dependable large hotel with elements of whimsy that keep visitors coming back." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Luxury all the way but geared for fun... the 42-floor Le Parker Meridien is an experience." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Situated just south of Central Park, Le Parker Meridien hotel juxtaposes classic chic with whimsical details." Full review
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The Pierre, A Taj Hotel
The Pierre, A Taj Hotel
8 / 10
2 East 61st Street, New York City, NY 10065
From $417 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The Pierre still drips with luxury, its rooms offering views of Central Park, iPod docks and DVD players, though it’s not quite the palace it was when Salvador Dalí used to stay."
Frommer's Frommer's
"A property of India-based Taj Hotels, the Pierre, along with the St. Regis and the Plaza, is one of New York’s grandest of grand dame hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Inviting service makes this sophisticated and beautifully renovated hotel seem not so intimidating."
Time Out Time Out
"The Asian influence is reflected in silk bedspreads from Bangalore and contemporary Indian art, but the hotel restaurant is a swanky new Italian spot designed by Adam Tihany, Sirio." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"White-gloved staff outnumbers guests 3-to-1, the concierge team holds Les Clefs d'Or qualifications, and room service is provided around-the-clock." Full review
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