Central Park
Mid-century modern with a music-obsessed soul. Rooms nod to the neighborhood's jazz legacy. Parker's restaurant hosts live jazz nightly. The tone is sophisticated but not stiff — a Victrola in the Upper Stories lounge, graffiti-covered walls hiding the Burger Joint, and Sferra linens on the beds.
Ask for a room above floor 26 to access the Upper Stories tier if your booking qualifies — the private check-in alone is worth it during busy periods
Why It Matters
One of the most storied hotel addresses in Midtown Manhattan, reborn with a sharp new identity. Home to Burger Joint — ranked #2 in Eater NY's Top Burgers list — hidden behind a curtain off the lobby. Indian Accent, Chef Manish Mehrotra's award-winning modern Indian restaurant, is a legitimate dining destination in its own right. The Upper Stories tier (floors 26–33) functions as a hotel-within-a-hotel with private check-in and a dedicated lounge. Owned by Gencom since September 2024.
A 42-story Midtown tower that has had more lives than most: it opened in 1981 as the Hotel Parker Meridien, became beloved for its rooftop pool and secret Burger Joint, and relaunched in November 2021 as Thompson Central Park after a full $100M renovation by architect Thomas Juul-Hansen and Stonehill Taylor. The mid-century modernist interior is warm and sharp — dark navy leathers, ribbed wall detailing, sculptural pendant lighting — and the 587 rooms all clock in at 300 sq ft or above, generous by Manhattan standards. The building sits three blocks south of Central Park on 56th Street, within easy walking distance of MoMA, Carnegie Hall, and Radio City Music Hall.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Deluxe King
A noticeable step up in space with a proper separate living area and sprawling sofa. Geometric étagère, glass pendant lighting, and black nightstands add the mid-century detail. Window-side sitting area with city views. Good choice if you want room to breathe without jumping to suite pricing.
King · 38 sqm
Standard King
The entry-level room and still solidly sized for NYC. A dark navy leather king bed with 400-thread-count Italian linens sits between black nightstands. The window-side sofa catches city views. Pendant lighting, D.S. & Durga bath amenities, minifridge, 49" HDTV.
King · 27 sqm
Studio Suite King
The go-to option for extended stays or anyone who wants a separate living space without full suite pricing. 450 sq ft with a swivel TV that rotates to face either the sleeping area or the sitting area — a clever detail that works. Includes a sleeper sofa.
King · 41 sqmThompson Suite
The flagship suite on the high floors with 84 sq m of space, Central Park and city views, a full dining area, living room, sleeper sofa, optional rollaway, and exclusive Upper Stories lounge access. Chic midcentury touches throughout — marble bathroom, dedicated dining area, Victrola aesthetic. Contact hotel for pricing.
King · 84 sqmTwo Double Beds
Same 300 sq ft footprint as the king but configured for two doubles — good for families or groups. Workspace, sitting area, large window with city views, and the same chic midcentury finishes with pendant lighting.
2 Doubles · 27 sqmUpper Stories King — Central Park View
The same Upper Stories configuration but oriented toward Central Park. Walk-in shower and window seating with direct park views. On floors 26–33. Dyson Supersonic, Nespresso Vertuo, Sferra linens, and lounge access included.
King · 27 sqmUpper Stories King — City View
Same footprint as the standard king but on floors 26–33 with access to the private Upper Stories lounge. Upgraded amenities include Dyson Supersonic hair dryer, Nespresso Vertuo, Sferra linens, plush robes, and smart HDTV. Private check-in through the lounge.
King · 27 sqmUpper Stories One-Bedroom Suite
525 sq ft on floor 32 with a fully separate living room featuring a high-top seating area, sleeper sofa, optional rollaway, and midcentury finishes. Exclusive lounge access and private check-in. Contact hotel directly for pricing.
King · 48 sqmUpper Stories Studio Suite
Upper Stories version of the Studio Suite on floors 26–33. Swivel TV, sleeper sofa, optional rollaway, separate living space, and full Upper Stories privileges including private lounge access and enhanced in-room amenities.
King · 42 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel offers a curated menu of bookable experiences including day passes, cabana reservations, food and beverage ordering, and custom room enhancements via a dedicated activities platform.
Three blocks north of the hotel's front door puts you at the south entrance of Central Park. Jogging, cycling, boating on the lake, and the Central Park Zoo are all a short walk away.
Full gym with cardio machines, Precor strength equipment, and free weights, operated by Exhale Spa.
Live jazz performances at Parker's restaurant, particularly strong Thursday through Saturday evenings. Upper Stories guests can watch from the lounge balcony above. Backed by The Jazz Foundation of America.
Exclusive to Upper Stories guests: daily continental breakfast through evening tastings, access to seasonal tastings from local partners, plush balcony seating with live music views. Runs 6:30 AM – 9 PM daily.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site barbershop on the first floor.
On-property Drybar salon for hair styling services.
Multiple named meeting rooms including Ella, Duke, Billie, Miles, and Minton. Full business services available.
Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.
Pets allowed; charges may apply.
The famous 42nd-floor rooftop pool from the Le Parker Meridien era was closed during the 2021 renovation and has NOT been reopened for hotel guests. The pool area is reported to have been repurposed for condominiums in the upper portion of the building. Pool is NOT listed in the official hotel amenities.
Full concierge services including theater tickets, dining reservations, and transportation arrangements.
On-site valet parking available at $95 per day. Reservation not possible in advance.
Full-service spa with massages, facials, body treatments, private saunas, and group fitness classes (barre, yoga, HIIT, pilates). Hotel guests receive $25 daily credit.
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