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The honest take
Park Hyatt New York runs $1,590 a night against Mandarin Oriental's $1,474, and the Hyatt edges it on guest rating too, 9.2 to 9.1, despite fewer reviews. The only listed difference in facilities is the Park Hyatt's hot tub, which the Mandarin doesn't have. Both sit within half a kilometre of each other off Central Park South, so location is nearly a wash. If the hot tub matters, or you prefer the quieter, more architectural building, pay the premium for the Park Hyatt; if you want the higher floors and the spa, the Mandarin is the better value at its price.
The look and the feel
Park Hyatt New York
Designed by Yabu Pushelberg, the Park Hyatt occupies a slender 2010s tower on West 57th Street, all warm limestone, bronze detailing and a lobby that behaves more like a private club than a hotel entrance, hushed, low-lit, no reception desk in sight. Rooms run to pale oak, deep leather chairs and enormous windows looking straight down onto Central Park or the spine of Midtown towers. The bar, the Living Room, does a slow trade in old-fashioneds and quiet piano into the evening. It draws a crowd that wants discretion over spectacle, a base near Carnegie Hall rather than the centre of the action.
Best for guests who want a quiet, design-forward retreat close to Carnegie Hall and MoMA, with a hot tub to unwind in.
Mandarin Oriental
The Mandarin occupies the upper floors of the Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle, so the defining fact of the place is height: floor-to-ceiling glass looking straight over Central Park, the Hudson and the skyline, especially dramatic at the 35th-floor lobby and MO Bar. The interiors lean Asian-inflected contemporary, lacquer, silk, dark wood screens against glass, with a spa and 75-foot indoor pool that outdo most hotel wellness floors in the city. It suits guests who want the view as much as the room, and easy access to the shops and subway lines fanning out from Columbus Circle.
Best for guests who want sweeping Central Park and skyline views, a serious spa, and proximity to Columbus Circle's transit and shopping.
Booking the Mandarin Oriental over the Park Hyatt means giving up the in-room hot tub, the one facility the pricier hotel has that it doesn't.
Park Hyatt is the more beautiful room to sit still in, but Mandarin Oriental is the more beautiful room to look out of, and for many that view alone tips it.
The numbers
Park Hyatt New York
Mandarin Oriental
Price, same night
$2,832
$1,855
Guest rating
9.2/10
9.1/10
Reviews
277
442
Stars
★★★★★
★★★★★
Facilities on our list
8
7
Distance apart
522 m
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Park Hyatt New York has
Hot tub
Only Mandarin Oriental has
Nothing on our list that Park Hyatt New York lacks.
What guests actually say
Park Hyatt New York
warm, friendly staff
spacious, comfortable rooms
good restaurant food and room service
slow or rushed check-in/cleaning
two-elevator layout to rooms
“Park Hyatt New York exceeded our expectations in nearly every way.”
Mandarin Oriental
stunning views of Central Park
excellent breakfast and pastries
attentive, high-class service
rooms need renovation
unhelpful concierge service
Park Hyatt guests come away happier overall, as reviews consistently praise attentive staff and spacious rooms with only minor logistical gripes, whereas Mandarin Oriental reviews are more mixed, citing dated rooms and poor concierge service alongside the views.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Park Hyatt New York
Room, 1 King BedRoom Only · free cancellation$2,164
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (With Shower)Room Only · free cancellation$2,164
Room, 2 Double Beds, City ViewRoom Only · free cancellation$2,397
Our one-night stay at Park Hyatt New York on July 10, 2026, was the perfect start to a once-in-a-lifetime family trip celebrating a milestone birthday for our son. From New York, we would continue on to Germany, Austria, Jordan, and Egypt, and we wanted the first hotel of the journey to be special. Park Hyatt New York exceeded our expectations in nearly every way.
Despite having no Hyatt status, the hotel recognized
10/10
“Excellent stay and will return”
Excellent visit to the Park Hyatt. This was a new hotel for and we will be returning. The hotel was clean and had a newer feeling. Hallways and doorways were clean and inviting.
10/10
“A true example of excellent service recovery!”
As a loyal World of Hyatt Globalist member, I have always regarded Park Hyatt as one of my favorite luxury hotel brands, which is why I had very high expectations for my stay at Park Hyatt New York.
Unfortunately, my stay did not begin as expected. After returning to the hotel in the afternoon, I discovered that my original room had an extremely strong chemical odor, making it uncomfortable to stay inside. After spe
Need some rennovations in double rooms. Awsome views
The night cleaning shift in rooms had to be requested again and again
10/10
“AAA+ rated French Chef Nordine Lahssini”
Chef Nordine Lahssini and team has supervised/ designed /cooked / created best , super tasty , healthy food with best culinary presentation to make us feel greatest with his experience from Europe , and Middle East with support Service at MO Lounge by Daniel Villanueva and team with best wine from Italian sommelier Thomas at speakeasy bar and Unique DJ music from Jack & Daniel
10/10
“One the best breakfast in Manhattan”
This is a review for the breakfast only.
Service is first class, coffee is very good and the pastries are outstanding. The view, well, one of the best in the City.
Luxurious Stay in the Heart of New York Indulge in Relaxation : Enjoy a refreshing dip in the indoor pool or savor a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant. Fitness and Convenience : Stay active at the well-equipped fitness center and make use of services like luggage storage and dry cleaning. Prime Location : Explore iconic landmarks like Carnegie Hall,…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Mandarin Oriental
Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views Located in Columbus Circle’s Deutsche Bank Center, this hotel offers rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing panoramic views of Central Park, the Manhattan skyline, and the Hudson River. Each room features a 55-inch flat-screen TV, a mini-bar restocked daily, and complimentary treats. Relaxation…
Rates are live for 2026-10-10, one night, two guests, fetched together so the two are comparable. Facilities and reviews are from each hotel's own listing. The honest take is written by our AI from the listing, the reviews and what is widely known about each hotel. HotelDupe earns a commission if you book, which never changes the verdict. All comparisons