New York, New YorkCentral Park South
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Refined townhouse sanctum
Central Park South New York, New York
Renovated
2019
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
MarriottRefined townhouse sanctum
Top-hatted doormen welcome you to a classic residential retreat directly across from Central Park's tree canopy.
“The sleek stay now boasts a contemporary vibe, more akin to a chic city-center pied-à-terre.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Dedicated Club Lounge concierges, five daily culinary presentations, and anticipatory staff who greet guests by name.
Notable
Gilles and Boissier interiors blend classic townhouse moldings, Carrara marble, and custom sketch-inspired carpeting.
Notable
A second-floor La Prairie Spa delivers Swiss caviar facials and thermal steam rooms alongside Peloton-equipped movement studios.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
Expect classic bygone-era opulence, with old-school professional service that matches the décor, and a location that’s difficult to top: it’s right on Central Park South...
“Re-fuel after a morning stroll in Central Park with a spread of dainty sandwiches, housemade scones, and specialty brews at the Ritz Carlton’s daily afternoon service...”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Positioned at Artists' Gate, the hotel places morning park walks, Carnegie Hall, and Fifth Avenue flagships at your doorstep.
The rooms
Park-facing rooms feature generous windowsills and telescopes, while interiors balance ecru tones with deep soaking marble baths.
The spa
Six private treatment rooms host Swiss cellular rituals and caviar facials, alongside steam rooms in the relaxation lounges.
The gym
Workout spaces hold Technogym cardio machines, Peloton bikes, Concept2 rowers, and a full-length ballet barre.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Contour
Velvet banquettes and marble cocktail tables fill this all-day gastro-lounge, serving small plates and rare reserve spirits.
The new Ritz provides all the classic luxury of the old one, and it is a great example of how to smartly modern up a hotel...
At the table
The second-floor Club Lounge serves five daily culinary presentations from dark wood pantry islands overlooking the park.
How it began
The 33-story limestone tower originally opened in 1930 as the Hotel St. Moritz, anchoring the edge of Central Park South.
“It doesn’t get more classy—and the views don’t get better—than at the Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park.”
Good to know
Stay here
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Choose your dates to see every room and rate, and book in a few steps.
Add dates to see the price for your stay.
Or book with
Booking.com ExpediaWe may earn a commission when you book through Booking.com or Expedia. It never decides which hotels we include or how we rate them.
New York
More like this
Aman New York
“Hushed Beaux-Arts flagship”
Equinox Hotel New York
“High-performance wellness citadel”
The Fifth Avenue Hotel
“Gilded Age manifesto”
Mandarin Oriental New York
“Parkside skyline beacon”
Baccarat Hotel New York
“Prismatic crystal jewel-box”
Faena New York
“Theatrical maximalist spectacle”
Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
“Polished downtown redoubt”
The Greenwich Hotel
“Handcrafted Tribeca refuge”
The app
Like this one? There are so many more.
Swipe any city’s hotels and heart the ones you love. The app gets your taste.
Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.