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Four Seasons Hotel New York vs Mandarin Oriental
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Mandarin Oriental is $1,081 a night less. They are 1.2 km apart.
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The honest take
Book the Mandarin Oriental. At $1,474 a night against $2,874 for the Four Seasons, it costs roughly half as much, has a 75-foot indoor pool the Four Seasons listing does not mention, and carries a far larger review base (442 versus 77) at a still-excellent 9.1. The Four Seasons edges it on guest rating (9.5) and sits closer to Central Park's southeast corner, but the price gap is difficult to justify on the data alone.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Hotel New York
I.M. Pei designed the tower and the interiors are pure 1990s limestone-and-onyx maximalism, done by Pei's own team with a hand for scale rather than warmth: a triple-height lobby lit through an amber onyx ceiling, a sweeping staircase, and rooms with 10-foot ceilings and walk-in closets that feel more like an apartment than a hotel room. The location on East 57th, on what's been dubbed Billionaire's Row, means town cars idling outside Chanel and Hermès rather than any park frontage. It draws an older, moneyed crowd who want quiet efficiency over spectacle, and staff-to-guest ratio that makes the place feel hushed even at capacity.
Guests who want the quietest, most understated version of Manhattan grand-hotel luxury and don't mind paying for it.
Mandarin Oriental
The Mandarin Oriental occupies the top floors of the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle, so the defining feature is altitude: floor-to-ceiling glass on the lobby level, 35 storeys up, with Central Park laid out below like a model. The palette is warmer and more Asian-inflected than the Four Seasons' cool stone, with dark wood, silk upholstery and lacquer accents in the public rooms. The 75-foot indoor pool has its own park view, which is rare enough in Manhattan to be worth mentioning on its own. The crowd is a mix of business travellers and tourists drawn by the address and the views rather than old-money residents.
Guests who want the view, the pool, and strong value relative to the top tier of New York hotels.
The Mandarin Oriental's listing doesn't mention the extensive spa-and-wellness language the Four Seasons uses, though it does list its own spa with sauna and massage rooms; the real gap for the Four Seasons guest is losing the ground-level Billionaire's Row address and Pei's more intimate, low-rise sense of scale in exchange for a high-rise view.
The Mandarin Oriental's 35th-floor lobby and park view are the more memorable thing to stand in front of, but Pei's onyx-lit atrium at the Four Seasons is the more considered piece of architecture.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Hotel New York | Mandarin Oriental | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,936 | $1,855 |
| Guest rating | 9.5/10 | 9.1/10 |
| Reviews | 77 | 442 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 7 |
| Distance apart | 1.2 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Hotel New York has
Nothing on our list that Mandarin Oriental lacks.
Only Mandarin Oriental has
- Pool
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Hotel New York
- clean and comfortable rooms
- friendly front staff
- great location
“Great hotel, very clean and comfortable.”
Mandarin Oriental
- stunning views of Central Park
- excellent breakfast and pastries
- attentive, first class service
- unhelpful concierge service
“Expensive hotel with useless concierges”
Four Seasons guests come away more consistently happy, as reviews mention no complaints, while Mandarin Oriental guests praise the views and breakfast but some flag poor concierge service.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Four Seasons Hotel New York
- Junior Suite City View KingRoom Only$2,936
- Junior Suite City View King(1 King Bed)Room Only$2,936
- Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View (Accessible)Room Only$2,936
Mandarin Oriental
- Room, 1 King Bed (Hudson View)Room Only$1,830
- Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, View (Bathtub with Grab Handles)Room Only$1,830
- Room, 1 King Bed (Hudson View)Room Only · free cancellation$1,834
In guests' own words
Four Seasons Hotel New York
10/10
“Enjoyed my stay”
Great hotel, very clean and comfortable. Would recommend.
10/10
“Just one night, but an amazing and relaxing stay”
Location, the cleanliness of hotel and the very friendly front staff.
Nothing
Mandarin Oriental
8/10
“Awsome location & views!”
Need some rennovations in double rooms. Awsome views The night cleaning shift in rooms had to be requested again and again
10/10
“AAA+ rated French Chef Nordine Lahssini”
Chef Nordine Lahssini and team has supervised/ designed /cooked / created best , super tasty , healthy food with best culinary presentation to make us feel greatest with his experience from Europe , and Middle East with support Service at MO Lounge by Daniel Villanueva and team with best wine from Italian sommelier Thomas at speakeasy bar and Unique DJ music from Jack & Daniel
10/10
“One the best breakfast in Manhattan”
This is a review for the breakfast only. Service is first class, coffee is very good and the pastries are outstanding. The view, well, one of the best in the City.
About each
Four Seasons Hotel New York
Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in studios and suites with breathtaking city views and natural light. Spa and Wellness Relax and rejuvenate at our onsite spa with 10 treatment rooms and state-of-the-art facilities. Prime Location Nestled on “Billionaire’s Row”, our hotel offers easy access to Central Park and top shopping destinations. To experience…
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Mandarin Oriental
Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views Located in Columbus Circle’s Deutsche Bank Center, this hotel offers rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing panoramic views of Central Park, the Manhattan skyline, and the Hudson River. Each room features a 55-inch flat-screen TV, a mini-bar restocked daily, and complimentary treats. Relaxation…
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Facilities, in full
Four Seasons Hotel New York
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
Mandarin Oriental
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
Where they are
57 East 57th Street80 Columbus Circle
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