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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park vs The Mercer Hotel

The Mercer Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park are both rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park scores marginally higher than The Mercer Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park comes in at #19 in New York City with accolades from 15 reviewers such as BlackBook, DK Eyewitness and Zagat.

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
8 / 10
50 Central Park South, New York City, NY 10019
From $695 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"There’s a lot to like about this hotel... but what I like best is that this luxury hotel manages to maintain a homey elegance and does not intimidate you with an overabundance of style." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"It's all about the park views here, though the above-and-beyond service, accommodating to a fault, makes this renowned property popular with celebs and other demanding guests." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Pure, unadultered luxury: this landmark building comes with views of Central Park so giant you almost can’t see New York." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"If you're looking for a five-star experience in New York, and you insist on a Ritz, the sister property downtown offers a nearly identical experience for half the price." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Fans rave that this is the best hotel for service in the entire Ritz-Carlton chain. Traditional in style, the large rooms are extremely comfortable and filled with the latest technology."
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The Mercer Hotel
The Mercer Hotel
8 / 10
147 Mercer St, New York City, NY 10012
From $565 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The Mercer stood out from the crowd and inspired plenty of copycats. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but there's still only one Mercer hotel."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Once inside, there is a pronounced calm... The hotel is a perfect complement to the scene outside your big window." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"You never know who you're going to see at the Mercer or what you'll see them do."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The Mercer is superbly situated in the heart of SoHo's myriad name-brand stores, although you wouldn't know it once you're inside the lobby, a minimalist oasis." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Right in the heart of SoHo’s brick lanes, the grand Mercer is where stars sleep." Full review
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