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The Helmsley Park Lane


Hotel class 3.5 of 5
36 Central Park South, New York City, NY 10019-1600
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4 of 5 stars
Jrocco59   3 contributions
Sao Paulo, Brasil
Oct 30, 2009 | Trip type: Business

It is a very privileged location with an amazing view from Central Park South, therefore no doubts about the wonderful landscape and the beautiful people around it, but for the rate, it ranges from the 700's through the 500's a night, you could be better off on the same street strip, at the incomparable Jumeirah Essex, or Trump Int'l., around... more

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4 of 5 stars
moby_gr   2 contributions
Athens, Greece
Oct 28, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Average Hotel in nice location, with view to the Central Park. Easy access to the 5th Avenue more

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3 of 5 stars
fsufan   95 contributions
Tampa, Florida
Oct 27, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

My boyfriend’s work booked this hotel and I was a bit worried after reading some of the reviews and looking at some of the photos. The hotel was better than I expected, though it is dated. First of all, the location on Central Park South is excellent. Besides the vicinity to Central Park, there is a subway station (N,R lines)... more

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5 of 5 stars
csuttonCalifornia   2 contributions
California
Oct 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

My husband and I stayed for nights in October. I was a bit skeptical after reading many reviews. We were pleasantly surprised when we checked in. The receptionist couldn't have been nicer and we loved our room (14th floor junior suite with park view). We loved the elegance of this hotel and the staff was very helpful. Wonderful location. Would... more

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3 of 5 stars
sunshineluvsjava   7 contributions
Virginia,
Oct 24, 2009 | Trip type: Business

This hotel on Central Park South is ideal for walking to major sites in Manhattan. The location cannot be beat! We walked to ABC studios, Columbus Circle, the Frik Museum, 5th Avenue, etc. Whole Foods inthe LL of Columbus Circle is great for picking up groceries. The hotel has outdated furnishings. Beds were the worst! My colleagues all mentioned this... more

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2 of 5 stars
TBuns   1 contribution
DC
Oct 21, 2009 | Trip type: Business

Ok. I've never done this before. I feel compelled to write about how bad this hotel is because my stay was awful. First, I travel a lot and have stayed at a wide variety of hotels - from rooms going for $1,200 a night to rooms going for $20 a night. I like to think of myself as a good... more

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5 of 5 stars
AmyCoetzee   15 contributions
Australia
Oct 21, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Best location in NYC!! Right across the road from Central Park, a short walk away from Times Square, hop and a skip away from very convenient subway stops! Stayed at the Helmsley Park Lane on my first trip to New York in June 08 - sensational hotel with a beautiful lobby and friendly check in. Double room was large and... more

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5 of 5 stars
mc3llc   1 contribution
texas
Oct 17, 2009 | Trip type: Business
1/1 found this review helpful

I have traveled to New york for many many years on both pleasure and business staying at a variety of hotels throughout the city icluding the Plaza, Ritz Carlton, Wladorf Toers, etc. A few years ago my wife and I happened to get a good deal and stayed at the Park Lane. We have stayed no where else since. First... more

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1 of 5 stars
ssegal5   1 contribution
los angeles
Oct 16, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

This hotel is undoubtedly the dirtiest hotel I have ever stayed at anywhere in the world and needs a major facelift - if cleanliness matters then DO NOT STAY HERE. I moved from the first room which had broken curtains, a cracked bath and a thick film of dirt over the mini bar (M&M's, water etc on the desk) that... more

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1 of 5 stars
jaquesfamily   9 contributions
Reading
Oct 13, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Dirty, dated, dreary avoid like the plague. How the hell Virgin can rate this as a 4.5 V hotel is beyond me, clearly they haven't stayed here more

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Address: 36 Central Park South, New York City, NY 10019-1600
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