The Mark New York
Highest review record in this shortlist once the number of reviews is taken into account.
9.3 out of 10 from 18 reviews
NYC neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Upper East Side
7 hotels in our selection sit in Upper East Side. Here is who the area suits, who should look at another part of the city, and which properties are worth comparing.
Is Upper East Side right for your trip?
Upper East Side prices above the city median in our snapshot: $574 against $229 across the whole New York City selection.
Review scores in this area have a median of 8.4, and 3 of 7 sit at 8.5 or higher. We rank on a review score weighted by how many reviews it rests on, so a perfect score from a handful of stays does not outrank a strong score from thousands.
Stay here if
- the balance of location, review record and price on this page fits your plans
Consider another area if
- budget is the binding constraint, because this area prices above the city median
- you want a wide choice, since our selection holds only 7 properties here
- a pool is a requirement, because none of the properties here list one
Quick picks
Three worth starting with
voco The Franklin New York by IHG
Strongest review record for the money inside this shortlist, at about $322 against a $574 median.
8.4 out of 10 from 487 reviews
The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York
The top of this shortlist on price, at about $737 a night in the snapshot.
8.5 out of 10 from 951 reviews
All 7 properties
Compare the shortlist
| Photo | Hotel | Review score | Reviews | Price reference | Area | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mark New York | 9.3 | 18 | not usable | Upper East Side | Top rated | Check availability | |
| The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York | 8.5 | 951 | About $737 | Upper East Side | Sustainable | Check availability | |
| Luxury 2BR Duplex 5min to Central Park | 8.7 | 3 | About $708 | Upper East Side | Luxury | Check availability | |
| voco The Franklin New York by IHG | 8.4 | 487 | About $322 | Upper East Side | Value for money | Check availability | |
| Massive 1BR w Private Patio in Upper East Side | 8.1 | 7 | About $519 | Upper East Side | Terrace | Check availability | |
| The Gardens Sonesta ES Suites New York | 8.3 | 900 | About $401 | Upper East Side | Terrace | Check availability | |
| Loews Regency New York Hotel | 8.2 | 201 | About $629 | Upper East Side | EV charging | Check availability |
The shortlist in detail
1
The Mark New York
Best for the strongest overall record in this shortlist- 5-star listing
Its 9.3 score sits at or above the 8.4 median of this shortlist, across 18 reviews. It sits in Upper East Side.
The trade-off
The score is high but rests on 18 reviews, so it carries less weight than a similar score from a few thousand.
Choose this if you want the safest pick here and the price fits.
2
The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York
Best for travelers who want a sustainability label- $300 and up
- 5-star listing
Its 8.5 score sits at or above the 8.4 median of this shortlist, across 951 reviews. It sits in Upper East Side. It is priced above this shortlist, at about $737 against a $574 median.
Choose this if a sustainability label is one of the things that decides the booking for you.
3
Luxury 2BR Duplex 5min to Central Park
Best for the upscale end of this shortlist- $300 and up
- 1-star listing
Its 8.7 score sits at or above the 8.4 median of this shortlist, across 3 reviews. It sits in Upper East Side. Its reference price is close to the middle of this shortlist.
Choose this if you are deliberately buying the top end of this shortlist.
4
voco The Franklin New York by IHG
Best for value inside this shortlist- $300 and up
- 4-star listing
Its 8.4 score sits at or above the 8.4 median of this shortlist, across 487 reviews. It sits in Upper East Side. The $322 reference price is below the $574 median of this shortlist.
Choose this if you want the review record without the upper half of this price range.
5
Massive 1BR w Private Patio in Upper East Side
Best for travelers who want a terrace- $300 and up
It ranks 5 of 7 here on review record. It sits in Upper East Side. Its reference price is close to the middle of this shortlist.
Choose this if a terrace is one of the things that decides the booking for you.
6
The Gardens Sonesta ES Suites New York
Best for travelers who want a terrace- $300 and up
- 4-star listing
It ranks 6 of 7 here on review record. It sits in Upper East Side. The $401 reference price is below the $574 median of this shortlist.
Choose this if a terrace is one of the things that decides the booking for you.
7
Loews Regency New York Hotel
Best for travelers who want an EV charge point- $300 and up
- 5-star listing
It ranks 7 of 7 here on review record. It sits in Upper East Side. Its reference price is close to the middle of this shortlist.
Choose this if an EV charge point is one of the things that decides the booking for you.
Hotel data from a August 2026 source snapshot. Prices are reference points, not live rates.
FAQ
Common questions
How many hotels does this page cover?
Our selection holds 7 properties with a confirmed Upper East Side location, and all of them are on this page. We do not pad a shortlist out to a round number.
Are the prices current?
No. Every price here is a reference point from our August 2026 snapshot. Check the live rate through the booking link before you decide.
How strong are the reviews in Upper East Side?
The median review score across these 7 properties is 8.4 out of 10. We rank on a score weighted by review count, so a perfect score from a handful of stays does not jump the queue.