This upscale hotel sits across the street from Central Park, a 1-minute walk from the 59th St.-Columbus Circle subway and less than a mile from the Museum of Modern Art.
The contemporary rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with skyline views, as well as flat-screens, stereos and Wi-Fi (fee). They also include desks, soaking tubs and marble bathrooms. Some have Central Park or river views, and luxe suites add separate living rooms and/or Nespresso machines.
Perks include a chic modern American eatery, an airy lobby lounge serving snacks, and a specialty cocktail bar. There's also a fitness center, an indoor pool and a posh spa.