Central Park West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Park West
Stay near popular Central Park West attractions
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Our pick of the best Central Park West Hotel Deals
ROW NYC
"Beautiful renovated lobby/hotel and great location. The rooms are a nice size for NYC. You can tell there’s still a tiny bit of work to be done and that they pretty much painted over everything in the rooms, but they aren’t bad at all. Aside from the terribly confusing elevators, I’m incredibly happy ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Empire Hotel
"The AC was not very strong and my room was not very cool. Because the weather was extremely hot outside, I did not explore the amenities, except for multiple showers to cool down and made clothing changes during my short visit. Hotels.com had canceled my reservation because I missed some kind of ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
"Excellent place and location is exceptional!"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
New York Marriott Marquis
"Very nice"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
"Great location, nice staff, good breakfast options, clean room."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
The Manhattan at Times Square
"Perfect stay! Location was key!!!!"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Central Park West
Brooklyn
Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.
Bronx
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and The Living Room are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
