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Four Seasons Hotel New York vs The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park is $1,146 a night less. They are 499 metres apart.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
$1,833/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $254 taxes & fees
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The honest take
Book the Ritz-Carlton Central Park unless money is genuinely no object: at $1,418 a night against $2,874, it sits directly on the park with the same five stars and a stronger guest rating base of 285 reviews to the Four Seasons' 77. The Four Seasons costs roughly double for a Billionaire's Row address one block off the park itself, with no listed facility the Ritz-Carlton lacks. Both are excellent midtown hotels; the price gap is the real story here, not the product.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Hotel New York
I.M. Pei designed this tower, and it shows in the lobby's severe geometry: 33-foot ceilings, a curved travertine staircase, and light pouring through walls of glass onto pale limestone. The rooms are among the largest in New York, with deep soaking tubs and a sense of engineered calm rather than period fussiness. It draws a corporate and old-money crowd who want scale and quiet efficiency over intimacy, on a stretch of 57th Street lined with private banks and flagship boutiques.
Best for guests who want the biggest rooms and the most architecturally serious lobby in the neighbourhood and are prepared to pay for it.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
This is the townhouse register of the Ritz-Carlton brand: darker wood panelling, tasseled drapery, a doorman culture that leans traditional rather than minimalist. Rooms facing the park get a wall of green that changes with the seasons, and the whole building trades on that view more than on architectural drama. The crowd is a mix of Broadway tourists trading up and businesspeople who want the park-front address without Billionaire's Row pricing.
Best for guests who want a genuine Central Park view and traditional luxury service without the top-tier price tag.
Nothing on the facility lists separates them; the Ritz-Carlton gives up the extra distance from the park's edge and the Pei-designed scale of the Four Seasons' public rooms, not any named amenity.
The Four Seasons is the more architecturally serious building, all Pei-era glass and stone drama, but the Ritz-Carlton's actual park view is the more beautiful thing to wake up to.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Hotel New York | The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,979 | $1,833 |
| Guest rating | 9.5/10 | 9/10 |
| Reviews | 77 | 285 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 499 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Hotel New York has
Nothing on our list that The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park lacks.
Only The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park has
Nothing on our list that Four Seasons Hotel New York lacks.
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Hotel New York
- clean and comfortable rooms
- friendly front staff
- great location
“Great hotel, very clean and comfortable.”
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
- excellent location opposite Central Park
- warm, courteous staff
- club lounge access
- service lapses and outdated feel
- no coffee or tea in rooms
“Unfortunately, this hotel has gone downhill fast and cannot compete with other properties (e.g., Baccarat, Four Seasons).”
Four Seasons guests come away happier, as reviews consistently praise consistent cleanliness and friendly staff without complaints, while Ritz-Carlton reviews show mixed experiences with some citing service lapses and dated amenities.
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
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
- Deluxe King Room No ViewRoom Only$1,833
- Deluxe King Room No ViewRoom Only · free cancellation$1,836
- Run of HouseRoom Only$1,848
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
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
2/10
“Do Not Stay Here - Horrible Service and Outdated Rooms”
I’ve been staying at this hotel consistently for over 20 years. Unfortunately, this hotel has gone downhill fast and cannot compete with other properties (e.g., Baccarat, Four Seasons). Over my last few stays, I’ve experienced many service lapses, but to name a few: -Club Lounge employee got upset at me and my children, and started talking poorly and bashing their management in front of my family. This all stemmed f
6/10
“Oddly Frustrating Stay”
Let's start with the positives: the RC Central Park is impeccably located. Can't do much better than 59th St at 6th Ave. The staff are well trained and courteous, even opening the doors in unison. The hotel feels exclusive and intimate; this is not The Plaza with tourists running around. However, there are problems. I booked one night at a club level room. At check-in the agent claimed I had not booked a club
10/10
“Typical”
location door man opposite the park so it was amazing morning walk and making nice excircles NO SPA ! restaurants all around corner difficult to get uber coffee at lobby in morning
no coffee or tea pots in room ! basic staff in mini bar should be there ! water to be served at rooms
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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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Luxurious Stay in Midtown Located in Midtown with stunning views of Central Park, the Ritz-Carlton New York Central Park offers a luxurious experience tailored to city living. Convenient Access and Proximity Just a short walk from Fifth Avenue shopping and Rockefeller Center, with easy access to the entire city from the nearby subway station. Explore iconic…
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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
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
Where they are
57 East 57th Street50 Central Park South
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