Independent, Central Park Hotels

This location is perfect for the areas of NYC we wanted to see - Todd English's Food Hall is very close, providing a wonderful lunch/dinner option. The view of the park was great. Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating.

STAYED FOR JUST ONE NIGHT AT THE EMPIRE HOTEL AS WE WERE GOING TO THE OPERA AND THE PERFORMANCE WAS TO END QUITE LATE. THE ROOM WAS SMALL, BUT THE DECOR WAS FANTASTIC. THE ENTIRE HOTEL IS VERY CHIC AND HAS A VERY UPSCALE VIBE. THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBOR IS ONE OF NEW YORK'S BEST AND FAR PREFERABLE TO TIMES SQUARE AREA. THE ONLY NEGATIVE IS THAT HE HEAT IN THE ROOM IS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. WE HAD TO USE THE AIR CONDITIONER, AS IT WAS TOO WARM. (THIS IS A COMMON OCCURANCE IN OLDER BUILDINGS IN NY. )

No complains. None! I asked for a refrigerator in my room. They told me that I was going to be charged $10.00 per day. At the end of my stay the bill they presented to me did not contain the charge for the refrigerator. The location of the Hotel is perfect. I took the B/C subway to go to Lincoln Center and the M79 bus to go to the Metropolitan museum. The staff was courteous and helpful. I just regret that I did not have a chance to eat at the restaurant located in the same building (i.e. Calle 8 restaurant). I will probably stay there next year.

We loved the Wales. The rooms are large with beautiful views and the lobby and public areas inviting and comfortable. Paola's next door is AESOME!

Great hotel, great staff. Wonderful stay and boutique experience. Highly recommend!

Had an appointment in the neighborhood; see above