La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New York City Central Park
31 W 71st St, New York, NY 10023, New York, United States
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New York City Central Park is a 3-star, 12-story budget hotel on Manhattan’s Upper West Side at 31 W 71st St. It’s positioned for quick access to sights, sitting about a 2-minute walk from Central Park and a nearby subway station, with the American Museum of Natural History roughly a 9-minute walk away and Lincoln Center about 10 minutes on foot. Rooms are equipped with free Wi‑Fi and include private bathrooms with showers, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and in-room safes. A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is offered, and the hotel also has an on-site exercise room. The surrounding area places guests within convenient reach of major attractions like The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Plaza, Rockefeller Center, and Times Square (all within a few kilometers).
Best for
This hotel best fits travelers who prioritize a Central Park/Upper West Side location and subway access over extra space, as rooms are frequently described as very small. It can work well for sightseeing-focused stays thanks to walkable access to the American Museum of Natural History and quick transit to Midtown landmarks.
Travel tips
Plan to use the nearby subway station for fast trips to Midtown attractions such as Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and Grand Central Terminal. If breakfast quality matters to you, consider having a backup plan at nearby cafes, as some guests report dissatisfaction with the complimentary buffet. Given frequent comments about compact rooms, packing light can make the stay more comfortable.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly praise the hotel’s Upper West Side location, especially its proximity to Central Park and convenient subway access, and some note friendly staff members (particularly housekeeping and breakfast staff). Room size is a common complaint, with multiple mentions that even upgraded categories can feel closet-like. Cleanliness issues are a significant negative theme in the excerpts, along with reports of noise disturbances. Reviews also cite dissatisfaction with breakfast quality, inconsistent service/communication at the front desk, and occasional billing or documentation concerns, which some travelers flag as especially problematic for work trips.
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