Jazz on the Park

About Jazz on the Park

Jazz on the Park suits travelers who want a simple, well-placed base on the Upper West Side and are happy to ride the subway to the big sights. Couples on a short city break, small families and business travelers attending meetings downtown all fit here. The building sits in Manhattan Valley, a quieter stretch of the neighborhood, with Central Park about 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away in a straight line. Guests who plan long walking days will appreciate returning to a calmer street at night. Book through the IMPT app to check prices and availability.

Jazz on the Park is a 3-star hotel, so it fits travelers who want a straightforward, mid-range stay rather than polished luxury. The rating points to reliable basics: a place to sleep, a Manhattan address and a location that keeps the island within reach. Guests who treat a hotel as a base between long days of walking, museum visits and theater evenings get the most from it. Facilities are listed by the supplier and worth checking against your plans. Confirm the room type and the total price with taxes and fees with the property before booking.

Rooms and listed facilities

Facilities listed by the supplier for Jazz on the Park include car parking, a concierge, a cot, laundry service, a luggage room, a pool bar, shuttle service, a terrace, wheelchair access and wifi. Couples may find the terrace useful for a quiet hour; families can ask about the cot for a small child. Business travelers and late arrivals can lean on the concierge and the luggage room. Confirm parking arrangements, shuttle details, pool bar hours and wifi coverage with the property, along with accessibility needs.

The setting

Jazz on the Park stands at 36 West 106th Street, on a residential block in Manhattan Valley, the part of the Upper West Side that runs north of the neighborhood's main commercial streets. Distances are straight-line: Central Park about 1.1 miles (1.7 km), Times Square about 3.0 miles (4.9 km), Grand Central Terminal about 3.2 miles (5.2 km), Penn Station about 3.7 miles (6 km), LaGuardia Airport about 4.8 miles (7.7 km) and JFK about 14 miles (23.3 km). Several subway stations sit within a few blocks; check current service with the MTA. The surrounding streets are quieter than Midtown, with everyday shops and places to eat.

Location and neighborhood

Manhattan Valley forms the northern edge of the Upper West Side, between 96th Street and 110th Street. The street grid is regular here, with numbered cross streets and Broadway cutting diagonally through. Fifth Avenue divides East from West, so addresses are easy to read. For a short work trip, the area is residential and calmer than Midtown, yet the subway along Broadway connects you to offices and meeting rooms farther south. Jazz on the Park sits within this grid, close to daily errands and transport. Riverside Park runs along the Hudson side, and Central Park's north end is within walking distance. Check current subway service before an early appointment.

Many visitors on work trips use the area as a base for the Upper West Side and Harlem, with Midtown reached by subway or a longer walk through the park. The blocks around 96th Street hold grocery stores, pharmacies and coffee shops, useful between meetings. Columbia University is north, and the medical and academic buildings around it generate weekday traffic. Streets are quieter at night. If a schedule changes, check the MTA for service updates. Jazz on the Park is positioned for these everyday movements, not for a resort stay. The area suits early starts and late returns without the crowds around Times Square.

Getting there and around

Arriving by air, JFK, LaGuardia and Newark connect to Manhattan by public transportation. LaGuardia is closest by road, and a shuttle bus links it to the subway. For JFK and Newark, allow about 45 to 75 minutes from Midtown depending on traffic and connections. The area center lies around 3.0 miles (4.9 km) from Jazz on the Park, the main rail stations are around 3.2 miles (5.2 km), and the airports are around 14 miles (23.3 km). The subway runs 24 hours; tap a contactless card or phone and check the MTA for service changes. Drivers should check congestion pricing rules before entering the central business district. Walking suits short trips, though blocks are longer east to west.

Nearby sights and food

The area puts green space and major museums within easy reach. Central Park begins at 110th Street, and its north end offers paths, lawns and the Pool and Harlem Meer. The American Museum of Natural History is on Central Park West at 79th Street, a straightforward walk or short subway ride south. The Metropolitan Museum of Art sits on Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, and the Museum of Modern Art is in Midtown. Broadway theaters around Times Square are reachable by subway. The Intrepid Museum is on the Hudson side, farther south. Check opening days and timed entry before setting out.

Food options in Manhattan Valley lean toward everyday neighborhood places rather than destination dining. Along Broadway and the side streets near 96th Street you will find delis, pizzerias, taquerias, sushi counters, Chinese and Thai kitchens, and bakeries for a quick breakfast. Several coffee shops have tables for a laptop and a short working session. For a sit-down dinner after meetings, the Upper West Side has Italian, Greek, Indian and American menus within a few blocks. Hours vary, so check before a late arrival. Reservations help for groups.

A day from Jazz on the Park

A day from Jazz on the Park can begin with coffee at a nearby counter, then a subway ride south for a morning meeting in Midtown. Use a contactless card or phone at the turnstile and check the MTA for service changes before leaving. Break for lunch near Bryant Park or the Theater District, both central for appointments. In the afternoon, return north and walk in Central Park's north end or along Riverside Park to reset before evening calls. Choose a neighborhood dinner on the Upper West Side, or head back to a Broadway show; check the curtain time and book ahead. End with a short walk home through the grid.

Distances

Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• Bathroom
• Car parking
• Check out from 11:00
• Concierge
• Crib
• Game room
• Laundry Service
• Lounge
• Luggage storage
• Pool bar
• Reception area
• Shuttle service
• Smoking rooms
• Sofa bed
• Terrace
• Wheelchair accessible
• Wi-Fi