Overlooking the southern edge of Central Park, this hotel places one of Manhattan’s most recognisable landscapes at the centre of the guest experience. Rooms and suites balance classic New York polish with a quieter, residential feel, and many have park or skyline outlooks that lend the property a rare sense of openness. Fifth Avenue shopping, Lincoln Center and Midtown cultural institutions are all within easy reach, yet the hotel itself feels insulated from the surrounding pace. Contour, the club offering and spa experiences add to its traditional luxury character.