Central Park
59th Street & Seventh Avenue
Distance: Walking: 6 minutes | Driving: 3 minutes
A Classic New York Escape
Discover New York’s most famous outdoor space. Central Park is just moments from WestHouse Hotel New York. The iconic park offers a calmer, greener side of Manhattan, where our guests can enjoy morning walks, spectacular views, seasonal color, and quiet reflection.
Central Park stretches from 59th Street to 110th Street, creating an extraordinary open space in the heart of the city. Guests can easily explore The Pond, Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and Sheep Meadow, as well as follow miles of walking and cycling paths.
Explore Central Park
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Gapstow Bridge
A picturesque stop overlooking The Pond with classic views back toward the Midtown skyline.
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Wollman Rink
Seasonal ice skating close to the southern edge of the park, with Manhattan skyscrapers as the backdrop
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Hallett Nature Sanctuary
A quieter woodland area near The Pond offering a more secluded side of Central Park.
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Heckscher Playground
Central Park’s largest playground and a useful stop for families staying nearby.
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Central Park Carousel
A classic family-friendly attraction within easy reach of the park’s southern entrances.
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Sheep Meadow
A large open lawn popular for picnics, relaxing and skyline views.
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Strawberry Fields
The landscaped John Lennon memorial on the park’s West Side, particularly convenient for visitors continuing toward the Upper West Side.
If you have more time to explore, continue deeper into the park toward Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, then cross the lake at Bow Bridge, one of Central Park’s most photographed spots. Both can be incorporated into a longer walk from the southern end of the park before returning toward Midtown.
For maps, seasonal activities and current events, visit the Central Park Conservancy.
Make Central Park Part of Your NYC Stay
Choosing a hotel near Central Park gives you more flexibility in how you experience New York.
Start the morning with breakfast at The Terrace before making the 4-block walk to the park. Spend the afternoon exploring Midtown, then return to WestHouse before dinner, Broadway or an evening performance.
For families, the location provides convenient access to Central Park Zoo, playgrounds and open space. Couples can pair a park walk with Fifth Avenue, Carnegie Hall or dinner nearby, while runners can reach Central Park in around six minutes without needing public transportation.
It is this combination of Central Park access and a central Midtown location that makes WestHouse particularly well placed for guests who want to experience more of Manhattan during their stay.
Explore Midtown From WestHouse Hotel
Central Park is only one of several major New York destinations within walking distance of WestHouse. From the hotel, guests can also explore:
- Carnegie Hall Approx. 2 blocks
- Central Park South Approx. 4 blocks
- Columbus Circle Approx. 4 blocks
- Fifth Avenue Short walk across Midtown
- MoMA Approx. 5–6 blocks
- Radio City Music Hall Approx. 6–7 blocks
- Rockefeller Center Approx. 7–8 blocks
Stay Near Central Park at WestHouse
WestHouse offers a refined Midtown base, combining easy access to the park with the convenience of staying close to many of Manhattan’s best-known destinations.
Guests can choose from elegant rooms and suites, while WestHouse’s Guest Privileges add more to the stay, including daily breakfast and an evening food and beverage experience at The Terrace.
Whether Central Park is one of the main reasons for your visit or somewhere you want the freedom to explore whenever you choose, WestHouse keeps it just a six-minute walk away.