I've just come back from a long weekend in New York. I was a little worried about the Helmsley Park Lane, as I had read a few negative reviews beforehand. However, I can honestly say that it is a lovely hotel, with extremely friendly, helpful staff. Firstly, the location is perfect. Opposite the park (with beautiful views), next to 5th... more

If you've always wanted a Central Park view but don't have unlimited travel funds this is the hotel for you. Windows are huge and will even open a bit. From the 28th floor I could see the entire park. That's quite the way to start your day. The large, quiet rooms seem to have been decorated by Aunt Mame back... more

I stayed here during a recent business trip. The price for a city-facing room was decent and the room was bigger than I expected for a New York hotel. The location is perfect and housekeeping visits your room several times during the day. There were a couple minor flaws. I had requested a non-smoking room and was given a smoking... more

I lived in New York for 7 years but NEVER did I experience such a spectacular view as I did from the window of our room at the Helmsley over-looking Central Park. It was MAGNIFICENT. MAKE SURE that you ask for a Park View room. It's worth it. The higher up, the better! We were on the 41st floor and... more

Best thing about this hotel is the view over Central Park and proximity to mid-town. We had booked a non-smoking Junior Suite on a high floor but when we arrived they only had lower floor suites available. We were convinced that a smoking suite would be fine and we could get a much higher floor. BIG MISTAKE!! As soon as... more

Lovely hotel, don't get breakfast in the hotel, eat out (but this is not because of the hotel, but you must have breakfast in a diner). No tea and coffee facilities in the room although there was a fridge. Harrys bar in the evening was lovely, when you come in after dinner. more

I cannot fault our 4 night stay at the Helmsley Park Lane Hotel on Central Park South, overlooking Central Park. It is a superb hotel, clean, smart and the staff are very helpful and approachable. The rooms are a very good size for New York hotels and although some of the furniture and fixtures could be described as somewhat ornate,... more

We had a large room on the 24th floor with a wonderfull view over Central Park. Good queensizebed, nice bathroom and the decoration was classic buth tastefull. The location is perfect, next to fifth avenue. You can have breakfast at Sarabeths next door. more

After looking at the Ritz and the Essex House, we decided to stay at the Helmsley Park Lane and were pleasantly surprised! I was a little worried since we only paid @ $300 for one night and I also knew that the hotel's rooms were slightly older. HOWever, it was the perfect place to stay. My husband and I will... more