Editorial take
Who should book 1 Hotel Central Park?
If this is your first New York trip, shortlist 1 Hotel Central Park for a practical reason: Sustainability-minded travellers, Central Park access, couples. The name, star rating and lobby photos matter, but the real test is whether the location helps your days feel easier.
It is less compelling if you want traditional grand-hotel style or budget rates. Before booking from the UK, compare the final price after taxes and property fees, check the exact room setup and make sure your airport arrival route is not needlessly awkward.
Location and map
Where is 1 Hotel Central Park?
Sixth Avenue at 58th Street puts the hotel a block from Central Park and within walking distance of MoMA, Fifth Avenue and the theatre district.
Nearby
Central Park, MoMA, Fifth Avenue, Carnegie Hall and Broadway theatres.
Closest subway
57 St and Fifth Av-59 St
Hotel facts
What to know before booking.
First-timer context
Why 1 Hotel Central Park might feel special.
What it is known for
- Much of the interior uses reclaimed materials, from salvaged lumber and brick in the guest rooms to a gym floor that came from a local gymnasium.
- There are more than 24,000 plants throughout the hotel, and a living ivy wall on the exterior.
- Bathrooms have five-minute shower timers, part of the water-saving approach behind the hotel's LEED certification.
New York moments
- 1 Hotels built its brand on this approach to sustainable luxury, and the Central Park property is its New York flagship.
On screen
- The green facade is the recognisable feature rather than any screen appearance.
Review questions
What travellers keep asking.
Does the eco focus affect the stay?
In small, visible ways: five-minute shower timers, filtered tap water instead of bottles, and reclaimed materials throughout. Most guests find it thoughtful, but it is a genuine design choice rather than marketing.
How close is Central Park?
About a block north, so you can be walking in the park within a couple of minutes of leaving the lobby.
Booking checklist
Check these before you reserve.
Total price
Look beyond the nightly rate. Check taxes, destination fees, breakfast and cancellation.
Room layout
For New York, room size, bathroom privacy, bed type and storage can matter more than star rating.
Arrival route
Match the hotel to your airport, luggage and arrival time, especially after an overnight UK flight.
Sources and update notes
Last updated: 17 August 2026. Hotel rates, fees, rules and transport details can change.