Rising above Central Park and flanked by prestigious Fifth Avenue and fashionable Central Park West, this hotel has one of the most coveted locations in town. This genteel property is exquisite down to every last detail, from the priceless antiques and artwork in the glamorous lobby to the floral displays. The rooms and suites have sumptuous fabrics and plush furnishings. No detail is overlooked; rooms facing the park include telescopes for closer viewing. The white-glove services make this a top choice of well-heeled travelers. The hotel includes an outpost of the renowned European La Prairie Spa and star Chef Laurent Tourondel’s BLT Market.

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park Amenities:

• 261 rooms, 15 story. Pets accepted; fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out Noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Fitness room, fitness classes available, spa. Airport transportation available. Business center. Credit cards accepted.