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Essex House works particularly well when Central Park walks and Midtown performances anchor your trip, keeping outdoor time close to a busy cultural itinerary.

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Original brass elevator doors and geometric Art Deco details connect everyday arrivals to old New York, giving the building character beyond its familiar brand.

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A Central Park South address does not guarantee a park-facing bedroom, so confirm the booked outlook and bed configuration if either determines your stay.

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Confirm Executive Lounge eligibility for your exact booking before planning breakfasts there, since access is restricted and should not be assumed from hotel membership alone.

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JW Marriott Essex House New York

JW Marriott Essex House New York is for travelers who want Central Park to shape the stay. The hotel stands at 160 Central Park South, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. The park is across the street. Columbus Circle, Carnegie Hall, Fifth Avenue shopping, Lincoln Center and the Theater District all sit within a useful Midtown radius. Its red Essex House rooftop sign, installed in 1932, still gives the building a clear place on the skyline.

This is not the quietest or smallest 5-star hotel in New York. It is a large Art Deco landmark with a strong address and a polished Marriott style. Some rooms and suites look straight toward the trees of Central Park. Guests who want a townhouse mood may prefer the Upper East Side. Guests who want high floors above Columbus Circle may look at Mandarin Oriental. Essex House works best for visitors who value a Central Park South base with history, space, meeting rooms and easy access to Midtown.

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Rooms

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Hotel Style

  • Casual Casual

Leisure

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Experiences

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Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
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Rooms & Suites at JW Marriott Essex House New York

Essex Room
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Essex Room

330 sqft
From 768 USD

Cream and gray geometric patterns run across the feature wall and carpet, framed by dark wood furniture. King rooms have a broad tan padded headboard,...

Central Park View Room
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Central Park View Room

300–320 sqft
From 789 USD

A thick dark frame surrounds the pale tan headboard. Behind it, staggered rectangles form a pattern across the wall. The bedside lamps have clear stacked...

Junior Suite
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Junior Suite

500 sqft
From 875 USD

A dark-blue sofa faces two round coffee tables, with a pale tan armchair beside the window. Framed abstract art and long adjustable wall lights appear...

Essex Suite
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Essex Suite

700 sqft
From 990 USD

The living room has a navy corner sofa and a round dark ottoman, with a pale armchair across from the seating. Light-paneled walls, a large...

Manhattan Suite
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Manhattan Suite

700 sqft
From 1’104 USD

Two cream armchairs stand at the paired living-room windows. Farther inside, a dark-blue sofa faces a large round ottoman on patterned carpet. A star-like light...

Essex Connector Room
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Essex Connector Room

660 sqft
From 1’474 USD

Paired padded headboards and pale cushions furnish the Double portion, though the details vary between rooms. Some interiors have three windows around the sitting and...

Junior Connector Room
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Junior Connector Room

830–880 sqft
From 1’531 USD

A dark-blue sofa faces two round nesting coffee tables, beneath a piece of abstract art. A pale tan armchair sits near the window, while long...

Central Park View Suite
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Central Park View Suite

750 sqft
From 1’563 USD

A high black buttoned headboard anchors the bedroom, with a dark patterned cushion against the white bedding. Light walls and a pale window shade surround...

Central Park Deluxe Club Suite
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Central Park Deluxe Club Suite

1,100 sqft
From 2’309 USD

Teal seats and pale armchairs surround two curved dark ottomans in the Art Deco living room. Light panels frame the large windows, with a dark...

2 Bedroom Artisans Terrace Club Suite
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2 Bedroom Artisans Terrace Club Suite

1,938 sqft
From 11’478 USD

The glass coffee table rests on round gold-toned bases, surrounded by a pale sofa and dark-framed chairs. Blue accents continue through the interiors, with different...

2 Bedroom Meadow Terrace Club Suite
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2 Bedroom Meadow Terrace Club Suite

1,938 sqft
From 13’825 USD

Pink corner seating and blue cushions surround a glass coffee table in the living room. Patterned carpet and pale wall panels sit beneath colorful art,...

2 Bedroom Delacorte Presidential Club Suite
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2 Bedroom Delacorte Presidential Club Suite

2,422 sqft
From 17’267 USD

Green chairs surround the dining table for eight beneath a forest mural made of silk panels. This room opens into the living space, with patterned...

The location is the first reason to book. From the front door, morning walks can begin in Central Park within minutes. Midtown meetings, concerts at Carnegie Hall and Broadway nights are easy to plan without long transfers. The hotel is also close to Columbus Circle. From there, guests can use the subway, shop at The Shops at Columbus Circle or continue into the Upper West Side.

Compared with The Plaza, which sits at Fifth Avenue and leans into grand hotel ritual, JW Marriott Essex House New York feels more direct and park-facing. Compared with The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, a smaller hotel nearby, Essex House offers more meeting space and more room and suite types. It is a luxury hotel in New York for guests who want the Central Park South corridor without making the whole stay feel formal.

The rooms and suites mix Art Deco notes with modern hotel comforts. Expect marble bathrooms, plush bedding, work desks, minibars and Wi-Fi. Connecting rooms help families or groups stay together. Many travelers choose the hotel for Central Park views. The strongest categories are in the Central Park Suite Collection. These suites can include larger living areas, curated art, spa-style bathrooms, multiple bedrooms in selected layouts and views over the park or skyline.

The park-view rooms are the emotional center of the room list. In New York, not every room with a prized address gives guests an open outlook. That difference matters. A room facing Central Park South can change the daily rhythm: coffee before a museum visit, a pause after shopping, or a slow morning before a Broadway matinee. For longer stays, suites with living space or terraces feel more useful than a standard city room.

Travelers should still book with care. Some categories face the city rather than the park. Views vary by floor and angle. Guests who care most about the skyline may prefer a high-rise hotel near Columbus Circle or Billionaires' Row. Guests who want to feel linked to the park from the room should choose Essex House's named park categories. The address alone is not enough.

Dining now centers on Bourbon Steak New York by Chef Michael Mina. It sits on the lobby level across from Central Park. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its menu uses a classic American steakhouse frame, with seafood, regional ingredients and a serious wine and spirits program. It gives the hotel a clearer food identity than a standard all-day hotel restaurant.

In-room dining also draws from the Bourbon Steak setting. That helps guests who return late from meetings, theater or a long day outside. The hotel also lists an Executive Lounge for eligible Marriott Bonvoy Platinum, Titanium and Ambassador Elite members and one guest. The lounge schedule includes breakfast on weekdays and weekends. It also lists evening service on selected days, with snacks, desserts and non-alcoholic drinks included.

That daily structure suits business travelers and families more than guests seeking a spa-led retreat. Essex House has fitness facilities and strong food access. It does not compete with Mandarin Oriental's spa and pool high above Columbus Circle. The trade-off is simple: choose Essex House for the park address, Art Deco character and a grounded Midtown routine. Do not choose it for a self-contained wellness weekend.

JW Marriott Essex House New York has more than 11,000 square feet of event space across 11 event rooms. The largest setup is listed for up to 400 people. The Grand Salon remains the key venue, with Beaux Arts influence, chandeliers and space for receptions, meetings and weddings. Petit Salon, Tivoli and other rooms add smaller options for breakouts, board sessions or private meals.

This is where Essex House stands apart from many smaller rivals. A couple planning a short Manhattan weekend may not need that setup. A board group, wedding party or incentive trip does. The address gives planners a clear New York backdrop. The event floors also keep guests close to Central Park, Midtown offices, museums and evening shows. Room blocks are easier here than at smaller hotels with fewer categories.

The hotel opened in 1931. Its six-story rooftop sign followed in 1932. That history matters because Central Park South has many costly rooms, but fewer buildings with such visible memory. Recent design work has refreshed the arrival experience while keeping links to the Art Deco period. Arches, geometric patterns, silver leaf details, chandeliers and curated art appear through the public areas.

The result is not a hushed heritage hotel. It feels like a busy Midtown landmark that keeps moving. Guests come through with luggage, meeting folders, theater clothes, parade plans and family lists. That motion gives the hotel its personality. It is less rarefied than Aman New York, less clubby than some Upper East Side addresses and less ceremonial than The Plaza. For many travelers, that makes it easier to use.

JW Marriott Essex House New York is ideal for travelers who want a 5-star hotel in New York with direct Central Park South presence. It also suits guests who value reliable service systems and rooms that work for both leisure and business. It fits families who want connecting rooms near the park. It fits couples who plan theater and dining around Midtown. It also fits teams that need polished event space without moving away from the city's cultural center.

It is less ideal for guests who want a small, highly residential hotel with very few public spaces. It is also not the first choice for travelers whose priority is a major spa, an indoor pool or a downtown mood. Those guests may find stronger matches elsewhere. The main reason to choose Essex House is the mix of park-facing history, Marriott reliability, Bourbon Steak, useful suite types and a Central Park South address that makes each Manhattan day easier to shape.

The strongest comparison point is practical rather than theatrical. The Plaza wins on legend and Fifth Avenue drama. Mandarin Oriental wins on height, spa and Columbus Circle views. The Ritz-Carlton Central Park wins on a smaller park-side mood. JW Marriott Essex House New York wins when the guest wants a larger landmark hotel with serious event capacity, clear family and group use, and enough Art Deco character to feel linked to old New York without giving up a modern rhythm.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

Bourbon Steak combines American steakhouse dishes with seafood and regional ingredients, providing a substantial dinner option for guests who prefer to eat at the hotel.

PRIMP's in-room spa services let you arrange a massage without another city journey, a useful pause when sightseeing has already filled the day.

Guided Central Park running outings combine exercise with the park's history and architecture, giving runners local context that a familiar treadmill session cannot offer.

Location of JW Marriott Essex House New York

160 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019, United States

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What to Know About JW Marriott Essex House New York

Is Essex House New York a good luxury hotel?

Yes. Essex House New York is a strong choice for travelers who want a classic luxury stay by Central Park. It suits guests who value Art Deco history, park views, refined suites, dining, spa access, and a prime Midtown address.

Where is Essex House New York located?

Essex House New York is at 160 Central Park South in Midtown Manhattan. The location works well for Central Park, Columbus Circle, Carnegie Hall, Fifth Avenue, Broadway, Lincoln Center, and Museum Mile.

What makes Essex House New York special?

The hotel is a landmark Art Deco property with a famous rooftop sign and a history dating to 1931. Guests choose it for Central Park views, grand city atmosphere, spacious suites, walkable culture, and a strong sense of place.

How many rooms and suites does Essex House New York have?

Essex House New York has 528 rooms and suites. The mix includes classic rooms, family-friendly connecting options, terrace suites, and reimagined Central Park suites.

What are the rooms like at Essex House New York?

Rooms and suites have an elegant Manhattan style, with comfortable bedding, marble bathrooms, city details, and calm colors. Many guests choose park-view categories for a stronger New York feeling and memorable morning views.

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