Five blocks north of the hotel, Bryant Park is a Midtown oasis with tree-shaded paths perfect for short strolls. The park also offers a seasonal ice-skating rink, a French-style carousel, food kiosks, complimentary wireless Internet access, plenty of chairs and tables, wide lawns for sunning and picnicking, and wonderful views of surrounding skyscrapers.
Central Park, 1.25 miles north, encompasses 843 acres of meadows, woods, cliffs, ravines, gardens, paths, and lakes in an emerald setting. Popular walking and running routes include Central Park Drive (closed to traffic during scheduled hours) and the path around the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. The Loeb Boathouse, on a picturesque lake, offers rowboat and bicycle rentals.
The recreational activities listed below are available at the hotel or nearby; fees may apply.