Riverside Tower Hotel, New York CityRiverside Tower Hotel in New York City, United States has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 409 of 498 hotels we score in New York City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 1.8.Riverside Tower Hotel is a two-star establishment located in Manhattan's Upper West Side. Built in 1921 and renovated in 2011, the 18-storey building contains 120 rooms and suites. It sits within walking distance of Riverside Park, Central Park, and the American Museum of Natural History. The hotel provides air conditioning, kitchens, and WiFi, making it a practical choice for families and budget-conscious travellers. Guests can access local bakeries and dining options nearby, with public transport links close by. While the location is convenient for sightseeing, the guest rooms are notably small.What stands out

Near Central Park and museums

Includes kitchen facilities

Family friendly amenities

Close to public transport

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Compact shower stalls

Better-scored in New York City

Pendry Manhattan West, New York City: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $1,489 a night. Pendry Manhattan West is a contemporary five-star hotel in Midtown Manhattan, close to Hudson Yards, Madison Square Garden and the High Line.

Crosby Street Hotel, New York City: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $1,294 a night. Crosby Street Hotel is a boutique property on a quiet cobbled street in SoHo, New York, opened in 2009 and part of the Design Hotels group.

The Fifth Avenue, New York City: 4.2 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $1,031 a night. The Fifth Avenue is a boutique hotel situated at the corner of 28th Street and Fifth Avenue in Manhattan's NoMad neighbourhood.