The Helmsley Park Lane, New York City, Bit Dated

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The Helmsley Park Lane	Average Price: $439 Check Rates

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36 Central Park South

New York City, 10019-1600 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 76 of 106
Average review rating: 3.63

OpinionWell Value Index: 2

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (39) , MyTravelGuide (7) , TripAdvisor (499) , YahooTravel (16)

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1. Yes, the decor is a bit dated but if you get a room on a high floor facing the park you will be so overhwhelmed by the gorgeous view that you won't even notice.

"Fabulous location and park view makes up for what is lacking... " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/18/2012 Vote

2. Our room was very clean and roomy, the decor was a bit dated but still very smart, the bed was especially comfortable and cleaners came everyday.

"Helmsley Park Lane Hotel NYC " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/24/2012 Vote

3. The hotel is certainly a bit dated.

"Winter Warmth Package Well Worthwhile! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/28/2012 Vote

4. The rooms, particularly bathroom, were a bit dated, but it did not detract from the comfort.

"Convenient business hub. Old fashioned, but not out of date " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/12/2011 Vote

5. This is an older hotel with somewhat dated furnishings, but that didn't bother us because we're a bit dated ourselves.

"Excellent value " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/6/2009 Vote

6. The hotel itself can perhaps be a bit dated in its style, but I found it charming, and the rooms themselves were very spacious.

"Perfect trip to NY " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/12/2008 Vote

7. I agree with the other reviewers the rooms are a bit dated and need a renovation, but for the price, location and a very accomodating staff I would definintely stay there again.

"Perfect Location! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/12/2008 Vote

8. The decor is a bit dated in the halls and sometimes can get too much to look at.

"Enjoyable Experience - Great Staff " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/26/2007 Vote

9. Yes, some of the rooms were a bit dated, but that is true for many of the older hotels.

"The Grand Lady is still Grand " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/28/2007 Vote