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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
Soaring elegantly above Central Park, the Helmsley Park Lane exemplifies the grace and grandeur of a bygone era. The Helmsley Park Lane's unsurpassed views and tranquil setting afford an oasis from the hectic pace of Manhattan and provide luxurious accommodations for the most demanding traveler. We are ideally located on Central Park, just west of Fifth Avenue, and steps away from premier shops and midtown businesses, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theaters, Lincoln Center, art galleries and museums. Our features include The Room With A View restaurant, Harry's New York Bar, 24 hour room service, concierge and secretarial services, and multilingual staff. Our elegant second floor ballroom suite affords a magnificent setting for all occasions from an intimate soiree to banquets for 200 or classroom symposia for 125.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
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Overall score
3.9 out of 5
(117 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
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Hotel address: 36 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019
New York
-LGA- La Guardia Airport is fifteen (15) miles away
The Helmsley Park Lane is ideally located on Central Park, just west of Fifth Avenue, and steps away from premier shops and midtown businesses, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theaters, Lincoln Center
Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Jan 9, check-out Jan 10
Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).
Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.9 out of 5
(117 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
5 out of 5
excellent location in manhattan
PAOLA Dec 10, 2009
IT IS ONE OF THE MOST MARVELLOUS LOCATION IN THE CENTRE OF NY. YOU CAN HAVE OR A VIEW CITY ROOM OR PARK VIEW BECAUSE IT IS IN ... FRONT OF CENTRAL PARK, NEAR 5TH AVENUE AND FEW MINUTES WALKING TO THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM AND GUGGENHEIM. THE ROOMS ARE ELEGANT AND THEY HAVE VERY SOPHISTICATED FURNITURE
Traveler type: Couples
PERFECT FOE SHOPPING: THE MOST FAMOUS SHOPS IN ALL OVER THE WORLD ARE CLOSE TO THE HOTEL.
Score
2 out of 5
Leona's Spirit Lives (in Room 1708)
The Out-of-Towners Dec 2, 2009
Starting with the positive - The Park Lane is in a great location, directly across from Central Park South. The doorman & ... concierge were very helpful in arranging transportation for you. The lobby area is well-staffed and has attractive decor. Moving up to Room 1708 ("city" view). Clearly a costly upgrade to a park view would have provided a better view, but this room looked out on the backs of unattractive buildings with no street to be seen below. Imagine our surprise when upon arrival in our room, the following is what we saw and experienced: Trash on the floor (in an unused guest room??) A broken glass in the bathroom and only 1 wine glass in a double room A blown bulb on the main dresser lamp that we requested be fixed but never was Room service order for breakfast placed the night before but not received; a re-order the following morning yielded results, and the room service meal was delicious. Horrible bed - lumpy with bad springs Furniture (French provincial) with bashed in side of dresser and badly scarred legs on everything Our bill had >$80 of minibar charges for items we had not used and posted on a day we had requested no housekeeping services Housekeeping seemed to remove items you might need so you could call for them to be delivered later and thus obligate you to tipping them. We had the opportunity to visit friends on the 22nd floor and found their accommodations to be clean, bright, having an actual city view, etc. We were paying the same rate (double room/city view). As much as we would have like to, we cannot in good conscience recommend this hotel based on our experiences.
Traveler type: Couples
It's a medium walk to the Tavern on the Green, which is a spectacular sight at night in the northwest section of Central Park. It will be closing for good on 12/31/09 so be sure and get there if you can.
Score
3 out of 5
Awesome first time trip to NYC
steffie Nov 23, 2009
We took a cab to the hotel at 8 am and were hoping to check in early which thankfully we were able to do! That was really ... nice. Great location, friendly staff, but we did have an unfortunate experience with room service. I orderd pancakes for breakfast and when my boyfriend had a bite he bit into glass that was inside our pancakes! It was horrible but thankfully he wasn't hurt. The room service staff was rude to us when we let them know what happened. We didn't let the bad experience bother us and made no fuss but when we checked out I let them know what happened and they apologized and said they were not aware of the incident. There is a subway stop right outside the hotel which was very convenient. All the wonderful high end stores are very close to the hotel. The hotel feels old but it is nice and clean, I wouldn't recommend it for a young couple like us.
Traveler type: Couples
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
PERFECT FOE SHOPPING: THE MOST FAMOUS SHOPS IN ALL OVER THE WORLD ARE CLOSE TO THE HOTEL.
--PAOLA, ROME, ITALY Dec 10, 2009
It's a medium walk to the Tavern on the Green, which is a spectacular sight at night in the northwest section of Central Park. It will be closing for good on 12/31/09 so be sure and get there if you can.
--The Out-of-Towners, Omaha, NE Dec 2, 2009
Great location. Walked around Central Park. Toured Columbus Circle Whole Foods. Walked around 15 Central Park West - Lloyd Blankfein was walking out as we passed by - kind of cool........ Had a great dinner at Bobby Vans - about 10 minute walk.
--Vince, Chicago Illinois Nov 19, 2009
Overall score
3.9 out of 5
(117 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
5 out of 5
excellent location in manhattan
PAOLA Dec 10, 2009
IT IS ONE OF THE MOST MARVELLOUS LOCATION IN THE CENTRE OF NY. YOU CAN HAVE OR A VIEW CITY ROOM OR PARK VIEW BECAUSE IT IS IN ... FRONT OF CENTRAL PARK, NEAR 5TH AVENUE AND FEW MINUTES WALKING TO THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM AND GUGGENHEIM. THE ROOMS ARE ELEGANT AND THEY HAVE VERY SOPHISTICATED FURNITURE
Traveler type: Couples
PERFECT FOE SHOPPING: THE MOST FAMOUS SHOPS IN ALL OVER THE WORLD ARE CLOSE TO THE HOTEL.
Score
2 out of 5
Leona's Spirit Lives (in Room 1708)
The Out-of-Towners Dec 2, 2009
Starting with the positive - The Park Lane is in a great location, directly across from Central Park South. The doorman & ... concierge were very helpful in arranging transportation for you. The lobby area is well-staffed and has attractive decor. Moving up to Room 1708 ("city" view). Clearly a costly upgrade to a park view would have provided a better view, but this room looked out on the backs of unattractive buildings with no street to be seen below. Imagine our surprise when upon arrival in our room, the following is what we saw and experienced: Trash on the floor (in an unused guest room??) A broken glass in the bathroom and only 1 wine glass in a double room A blown bulb on the main dresser lamp that we requested be fixed but never was Room service order for breakfast placed the night before but not received; a re-order the following morning yielded results, and the room service meal was delicious. Horrible bed - lumpy with bad springs Furniture (French provincial) with bashed in side of dresser and badly scarred legs on everything Our bill had >$80 of minibar charges for items we had not used and posted on a day we had requested no housekeeping services Housekeeping seemed to remove items you might need so you could call for them to be delivered later and thus obligate you to tipping them. We had the opportunity to visit friends on the 22nd floor and found their accommodations to be clean, bright, having an actual city view, etc. We were paying the same rate (double room/city view). As much as we would have like to, we cannot in good conscience recommend this hotel based on our experiences.
Traveler type: Couples
It's a medium walk to the Tavern on the Green, which is a spectacular sight at night in the northwest section of Central Park. It will be closing for good on 12/31/09 so be sure and get there if you can.
Score
3 out of 5
Awesome first time trip to NYC
steffie Nov 23, 2009
We took a cab to the hotel at 8 am and were hoping to check in early which thankfully we were able to do! That was really ... nice. Great location, friendly staff, but we did have an unfortunate experience with room service. I orderd pancakes for breakfast and when my boyfriend had a bite he bit into glass that was inside our pancakes! It was horrible but thankfully he wasn't hurt. The room service staff was rude to us when we let them know what happened. We didn't let the bad experience bother us and made no fuss but when we checked out I let them know what happened and they apologized and said they were not aware of the incident. There is a subway stop right outside the hotel which was very convenient. All the wonderful high end stores are very close to the hotel. The hotel feels old but it is nice and clean, I wouldn't recommend it for a young couple like us.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Helmsley Park Lane
Lone Star Traveler Nov 23, 2009
We had a wonderful trip to several of the art museum's New York has to offer. The location was perfect for traveling to ... museum mile. Weather was very good - that was a bit of a surprise but very welcome.
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Great Location
Vince Nov 19, 2009
When I checked in I had paid for 2 rooms. Their computer showed only 1 room. They required that I give a credit card to pay ... for 2nd room (again) in case they could not get it fixed with [...].Ultimately worked out [...] but the process was time consuming and upsetting.
Traveler type: Business
Great location. Walked around Central Park. Toured Columbus Circle Whole Foods. Walked around 15 Central Park West - Lloyd Blankfein was walking out as we passed by - kind of cool........ Had a great dinner at Bobby Vans - about 10 minute walk.
Score
4 out of 5
Anniversary Trip
Cheri Nov 17, 2009
We liked the hotel fine. We loved the location right on Central Park. The lobby is nice, but the room we stayed in was very ... old and dingy. The housekeeping staff did a great job, it was just the carpets and the tiles in the bathrooms. Everything just needed remodeling. There was plenty of room and the view of Central Park was great, so no complaints other than the rooms need work.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
5 out of 5
Magnificent Impeccable Service
Energizer Oct 28, 2009
Our room had an incredible view of New York and Central Park. We loved the location. The staff was top notch. [...] the ... concierge was superb. We had the pumkin soup and it was outstanding. We went back just to have the pumpkin soup. Breakfast was outstanding. We would highly recommend staying at the Helmsley Park Lane and we will return. We actually enjoyed the Park Lane better than the Plaza. The experience was much more personal.
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
why stay anywere eles
none Oct 20, 2009
room service was quick and friendly.loved that.now i am spoiled i dont want to stay anywere eles. ...
Traveler type: Friends
Score
4 out of 5
A location on Central Park worth trying
Miami Dan Oct 19, 2009
We were in New York for our 40th anniversary. Helmsley is across from Central Park and near shopping and restaurants. We ... walked back from Times Square after the theater. Hotel was quiet and well run.
Traveler type: Couples
Try Bottegga Del Vino for a great Northern Italian dinner. The vine list is extensive and deserts are excellent.
Score
4 out of 5
It was very nice
Rick Oct 19, 2009
It was close to everything. Very nice area, next to the subway and walking distance to 30 Rock. Nothing bad to say about ... the hotel.
Traveler type: Couples
Unless you have a thing against subways, forget about trying to get a taxi, which can be impossible at times. The subway, to my surprise, was clean, easy to understand, and very reliable. We were able to go from midtown to Chinatown and all places in between with no problem. We felt very safe. The city is much prettier and safe than when I last visited. Mayors Koch and Bloomberg have done a great job of cleaning it up.
Score
4 out of 5
Anniversary Trip
cesarlopezl Oct 18, 2009
- Location is PERFECT - Travel Package was excellent - Clean Rooms - Very Friendly staff - To charge for the Internet $15 ... sounds "cheap" in an hotel of this name and quality - Business Centre has terrible software. I couldn´t print my document - No photo copy machine I would definitively come back to this hotel. It would be nicer once the renovation takes place, but still great value for money
Traveler type: Couples
You have Central Park right at your feet for a morning run-walk, as well as the tour bus and endless attractions.
Score
3 out of 5
Ho Hum Helmsley
DocM Oct 17, 2009
Hotel was not anywhere near what we expected. Older hotel, outdated bathrooms, internet and TV never worked properly despite ... complaining several times. The most amazing thing was having to order ice from room service whenever we needed it $$$!! We were charged for snacks that we never took. It all made for a very unhappy week-end. It was close to the Met Central Park and MOMA
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
park lane
TA Oct 10, 2009
the room are not too big. Change the carpet!!! ...
Traveler type: Couples
the TAU resturant
Score
4 out of 5
Great Value for the location
Lowell Sep 28, 2009
This is our favorite place to stay in Mid-town Manhattan! Park views are spectacular. Now they have added wi-fi. There are ... so many things within walking distance, and sooo convenient. The staff is very helpful. [...] We will return!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Great View!
getaway Sep 28, 2009
We had a King Bed with the Park (Central) view. Very Very nice. Refrigerator in the room was great for leftovers. The decor ... was dated, but everything worked fine. The staff was prompt and we didn't wait for any service. The location is convenient to subway stops. The only thing I would caution a traveler on is "Harry's" the hotel bar. It has the great look of a classic hotel bar and we enjoyed it; however, the drink prices, even by New York standards, were too high (i.e. $22 martini), unless you were at a super swanky trendy place, which Harry's was not. One other note: a few doors down is Mickey Mantel's restaurant. Great memorabilia, but just stop in for a drink. its over priced bar food. ($19 bowl of chili). We walked around the corner to Angelo's. A great sit down Italian pizzeria. Got a large pizza for about the cost of a bowl of chili (pasta was superb too). Overall, a great trip and a great deal!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Perfect location and ambiance
Central Parker Sep 28, 2009
Nothing negative ...
Traveler type: Single
Across from the hotel's main entrance is The Central Park. Two minutes walk to public transportation, shopping and more.
Score
4 out of 5
great location for the price
xxxx Sep 27, 2009
great location, clean, large rooms. very good service wtihout being overbearing. top rate and great price. ...
Traveler type: Single
great for a weekend of shopping in New York!
Score
4 out of 5
unbeatable location for the price
Shezzi Sep 23, 2009
Great location and staff, the only thing we kind of missed was a coffee pot in the room. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Great Location and Atmosphere
Mike Sep 20, 2009
Great location across from Central Park. Perfect for walking just about anywhere. Very quiet. Rooms were very nice. Had ... to order ice from roomservice (no charge for it other than a tip). Would stay there again. Only $35 cab ride from Laguardia.
Traveler type: Couples
Try Topaz Thai restaurant (127 W 56th St). Great food at even better price.
Score
4 out of 5
Good location
M Sep 19, 2009
This is a good hotel, but the rooms are somewhat dated. ...
Traveler type: Business
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
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PERFECT FOE SHOPPING: THE MOST FAMOUS SHOPS IN ALL OVER THE WORLD ARE CLOSE TO THE HOTEL.
--PAOLA, ROME, ITALY Dec 10, 2009
It's a medium walk to the Tavern on the Green, which is a spectacular sight at night in the northwest section of Central Park. It will be closing for good on 12/31/09 so be sure and get there if you can.
--The Out-of-Towners, Omaha, NE Dec 2, 2009
Great location. Walked around Central Park. Toured Columbus Circle Whole Foods. Walked around 15 Central Park West - Lloyd Blankfein was walking out as we passed by - kind of cool........ Had a great dinner at Bobby Vans - about 10 minute walk.
--Vince, Chicago Illinois Nov 19, 2009
Try Bottegga Del Vino for a great Northern Italian dinner. The vine list is extensive and deserts are excellent.
--Miami Dan, Southern Ohio Oct 19, 2009
Unless you have a thing against subways, forget about trying to get a taxi, which can be impossible at times. The subway, to my surprise, was clean, easy to understand, and very reliable. We were able to go from midtown to Chinatown and all places in between with no problem. We felt very safe. The city is much prettier and safe than when I last visited. Mayors Koch and Bloomberg have done a great job of cleaning it up.
--Rick, St. Louis Oct 19, 2009
You have Central Park right at your feet for a morning run-walk, as well as the tour bus and endless attractions.
--cesarlopezl, Mexico City Oct 18, 2009
the TAU resturant
--TA, Israel Oct 10, 2009
Across from the hotel's main entrance is The Central Park. Two minutes walk to public transportation, shopping and more.
--Central Parker, Orange County, CA Sep 28, 2009
great for a weekend of shopping in New York!
--xxxx, ohio Sep 27, 2009
Try Topaz Thai restaurant (127 W 56th St). Great food at even better price.
--Mike, Virginia Beach, VA Sep 20, 2009
Green Cafe affordable. Harry's Bar open late for a snack.
--Dr. Phyl, Fort Myers, Fl Sep 15, 2009
There is a restaurant in the Village West that is incredible! The name is Yerba Buena on Perry Street. It's brand new, so make your reservations early. The subway ride from the hotel and short walk to the restaurant is only about 20 minutes!
--Michael, Dallas, TX Sep 14, 2009
Walk east or west on 59th 2 blocks for cab on weekends. 5th Ave usually closed off.
--DonA, OKC Sep 13, 2009
Visit Central Park...
--Brian ., Huntington, NY Sep 8, 2009
Serendipity 3 on 60th (between 2nd and 3rd) for ice cream, the best ever! (Be sure to get the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, it is incredible!)
--Lisa, Buffalo, NY Sep 6, 2009
57 Rue, Sbarro, any de-li close by
--PL, Montréal, Québec, Canada Sep 1, 2009
The best store window design is at Bergdorf Goodman, just 1 block away.
--Tobes, Birmingham, MI Aug 28, 2009
Central Park; Roosevelt Island Tram; Zoo; Times Square;
--Scott and Noreen, Kewaskum, WI Aug 28, 2009
At 56th between 5th and 6th is ISE Sushi. Hotel staff recommended it and I was delighted. Very authentic, delicious and fresh. I used take-out but I'd go back to dine.
--Business traveler, Chicago Aug 26, 2009
Try the coffee, oatmeal, pastries, sandwiches, and made-in-store chocolates at the friendly Fika espresso bar near the back entrance to the hotel.
--Anne, Columbus Ohio Aug 24, 2009
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