Best rooms at 1 Hotel Central Park — ranked for views, space and value
For the clearest Central Park views pick a Park Suite, Park Terrace Suite or Park View Room; for the most space the Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite and Elm House Suite are the largest options; for the best value consider Alcove King or City View, 1 King Bed rooms if you want a smaller, well-priced Midtown base.
In this guide
Best rooms for Central Park views
If seeing the park from your window matters most, choose one of the Park-branded rooms. The Park Suite and Park Terrace Suite are described in hotel materials as view-forward options with window seats and living areas facing the park.
The Park View Room gives a straightforward park-facing guest room option without moving up to a suite — useful if you want the view but not the larger suite footprint.
- Park Suite (1 King Bed) — living area plus park-facing windows and window seat. Photo: 95
- Park Terrace Suite (1 King Bed) — floor-to-ceiling windows and terrace-oriented layout (suites often have larger viewing terraces)
- Park View Room (1 King Bed) — simpler, economical park-facing option
| Room | Beds | When to pick it |
|---|---|---|
| Park Suite | 1 King Bed | If you want a dedicated living area and park views |
| Park Terrace Suite | 1 King Bed | If you prefer larger windows and terrace access |
| Park View Room | 1 King Bed | If you want a direct park view without a suite |
Best rooms for space and families
When you need separate bedrooms or more living space, the Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite and Elm House Suite are the hotel's largest multi-room options. The Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite lists a king and a queen and includes distinct living and dining areas.
Greenhouse and Elm House suites are also offered as event spaces on the hotel's meetings and events pages, so they have layouts suited to groups or families who want space to spread out.
- Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite (1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed) — best for families or small groups needing separate sleeping areas. Photo: 83
- Elm House Suite (1 King Bed) — described as a large suite with private outdoor terrace and separate living/dining/kitchen area
- Greenhouse / Elm House listed as event-capable spaces — useful if you need extra room for an in-suite gathering
| Suite | Beds | Why it helps families |
|---|---|---|
| Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite | 1 King + 1 Queen | Two bedrooms, living/dining area |
| Elm House Suite | 1 King | Separate living/dining and private terrace |
| Park Terrace Suite | 1 King | Suite layout with terrace; good for parents who want a sitting area |
Best rooms for terraces and outdoor space
If having private outdoor space is important, prioritize rooms with 'Terrace' or 'Pergola' in the name. These rooms and suites are shown in hotel materials as having terrace access or outdoor seating.
The Elm House Suite, Park Terrace Suite and Pergola Terrace Room are the options most often referenced for private terraces or garden-like terraces attached to guest accommodation.
- Pergola Terrace Room (1 King Bed) — a terrace-focused room type for guests who want private outdoor seating. Photo: 98
- Elm House Suite (1 King Bed) — private outdoor terrace with Central Park views on a high floor
- Park Terrace Suite (1 King Bed) — terrace plus park-facing windows
| Room | Beds | Outdoor feature |
|---|---|---|
| Pergola Terrace Room | 1 King Bed | Private terrace attached to room |
| Elm House Suite | 1 King Bed | Private outdoor terrace with park outlook |
| Park Terrace Suite | 1 King Bed | Terrace and large windows facing the park |
Best rooms for value and solo travelers
For a straightforward Midtown stay without suite-level cost, Alcove King, Alcove Queen, and City View, 1 King Bed rooms are sensible choices. They provide the hotel's eco-luxury design and standard amenities without the larger price tag of suites.
City View, 2 Double Beds and City View, 1 King Bed are clearly labeled in hotel materials for travelers wanting compact rooms with city views; check bed type when booking if you're traveling with others.
- Alcove King (1 King Bed) — compact layout with the hotel's reclaimed-wood and natural-material design cues
- Alcove Queen (1 Queen Bed) — slightly smaller bed option for solo or budget-conscious travelers
- City View, 1 King Bed (1 King Bed) and City View, 2 Double Beds (2 Double Beds) — practical options if your priorities are location and value
| Room | Beds | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Alcove King | 1 King Bed | Solo travelers who want a compact, design-forward room |
| City View, 1 King Bed | 1 King Bed | Travelers who want Midtown city outlooks at a lower rate |
| City View, 2 Double Beds | 2 Double Beds | Small groups or families who need two beds |
Best rooms for work and longer stays
If you plan to work from your room or stay longer, pick a room with a defined living or work area. The City Suite, Studio, Studio Suite, and City Lounge Room are described as offering sitting areas or separate living space that make working and relaxing easier.
Many rooms include a small desk nook or work chair; the hotel's marketing also highlights complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property and a small business/meeting center for guest use.
- City Suite (1 King Bed) — separate living area useful for meetings or focused work
- Studio (1 King Bed) and Studio Suite (2 Double Beds) — studio layouts that include sitting and desk space
- City Lounge Room (1 King Bed) — positioned toward business travelers who want a dedicated sitting area
| Room | Beds | Why it's good for work |
|---|---|---|
| City Suite | 1 King Bed | Separate living area plus desk space |
| Studio | 1 King Bed | Open plan with desk and sitting area |
| City Lounge Room | 1 King Bed | Sitting area suitable for informal meetings or remote work |
How to choose between view, space and value
Start by deciding which of the three priorities matters most: direct Central Park sightlines (Park names), separate rooms and terraces (Greenhouse, Elm House, Park Terrace), or lower nightly cost with good design and location (Alcove and City View types).
When booking, confirm the bed type and view category on your reservation. The hotel's listings show bed counts for every room type, so use the exact room names when you search or contact the hotel to avoid surprises.
- If view = choose Park Suite, Park Terrace Suite or Park View Room
- If space = choose Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite or Elm House Suite
- If value = choose Alcove King, Alcove Queen or City View room types
| Priority | Recommended room types |
|---|---|
| Best park views | Park Suite • Park Terrace Suite • Park View Room |
| Most space / family stays | Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite • Elm House Suite |
| Best value / solo travel | Alcove King • Alcove Queen • City View, 1 King Bed |
