I'm going to be staying at the Mandarin Oriental with my husband for our one year anniversary in April. We originally had reservations at The Plaza, but we cancelled when I found out they're closing at the end of April for renovations. I was too nervous that it may have started while we were there (4/24-4/27).

Anyway, I booked Mandarin Oriental on Expedia for a rate of $479.00 a night. The description was a Deluxe Central Park view room with a king bed. After I booked it and printed out the confirmation, I noticed that it said cannot guarantee king bed. Does anyone think I should be worried? Also, some reviews on the Mandarin Oriental would be great. Thanks in advance.

Interesting. When I posted a suggestion to look into the MO for someone willing to spend up to $500 a night and get a view, people responded that it was nearly $700 minimum. Sounds like you got a great rate.

What time do you arrive. I have found most places not put that disclaimer about not guaranteeing a certain bed type, but unless you are the last to arrive -- late at night, I wouldn't worry too much. But just to be safe, I'd call about two days ahead "reminding" them that this is a one year anniversary and that you are concerned about the king bed. I'll bet there will be NO problem then.

I did a meeting there last spring - and everything - including the concierge service for a couple of very highmaintenance attendees was top notch. Well worth the money. I assume you're aware that the overall take is quite modern - not tradtional?


And that is a super rate! We paid much more - even thought we were doing over 100 room nights.

As far as the king is concerned - I don;t know thre % of bedding by type - but think you should be fine as long as you don;t check in very late.

Thanks for the replies. I actually ended up calling them the next day and he said that he has me down for a king and he said that he will put me on a higher floor for a better view.

Patrick - I actually live 20 minutes over the GWB so we're just going to do the touristy things - see a couple of shows and just do some shopping. We'll be there at 3:00 for check in.

I've heard it's so nice there! And it's close to Lincoln Center -- you should see if they have any performances while you're there.