Fodor's Expert Review JW Marriott Essex House New York

160 Central Park S, New York, New York, 10019, USA

With Central Park views and an Art Deco masterpiece of a lobby dating to 1931, the JW Marriott Essex House is a comfortable Midtown hotel full of character. The property's stately design is at its best in the elegant lobby, with inlaid marble floors and bas-relief elevator doors. Sizable rooms are also deco-inspired, with plush, modern furniture and marble bathrooms. Amenities in the hotel, however, are completely contemporary, including a well-equipped fitness center and spa with saunas and steam rooms. The Southgate restaurant draws a European crowd with its design-conscious, comfortable interior and extensive wine list.

PROS

  • Great service
  • Amazing views and easy access to Central Park
  • Gorgeous, timeless architecture and decor

CONS

  • Overly complex room gadgetry
  • Expensive bar
  • Traffic jams during rush hours

QUICK FACTS

Hotel
Pet Friendly
$$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 212-247–0300

HOTEL DETAILS

426 rooms
Rate Includes: No Meals

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