The Surrey, A Corinthia Hotel

A 1926 Upper East Side icon, reimagined as a Corinthia hotel, sits on a leafy stretch moments from Central Park. Martin Brudnizki's considered design meets Manhattan glamour, with a contemporary feel and a quiet atmosphere. Guests praise the attentive staff and the oasis-like 2,500-square-foot spa with Sisley treatments, though some find the decor busy and prices high. The Italian-Mediterranean restaurant Casa Tua anchors the dining scene.