
The Mark
Best for museum-and-park access, Madison Avenue shopping, and an intimate Upper East Side address.
Prices in other currencies are estimates. You’re charged in USD.
The Mark is a five-star Upper East Side hotel on Madison Avenue, aimed at culture-minded travelers who want one-block access to Central Park and Museum Mile. The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is a contemporary five-star in NoMad for guests who prefer a newer downtown-Midtown base with meeting and spa facilities.
Updated · about 4.0 km apart

Best for museum-and-park access, Madison Avenue shopping, and an intimate Upper East Side address.

Best for a NoMad location with sizable meeting space, a full-service spa, and easy access to Flatiron/Madison Square Park.
When The Mark wins: Choose The Mark for a residential, Madison Avenue feel, Jean-Georges dining and immediate access to Central Park and Museum Mile—ideal for culture-focused stays and families.
When The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad wins: Pick the Ritz-Carlton NoMad for a more downtown-facing scene, larger meeting and conference space, a full-service spa, and proximity to Flatiron, Madison Square Park, and the Empire State Building.
Bottom line: Both deliver five-star, contemporary luxury; pick The Mark for Upper East Side intimacy and iconic dining, or the Ritz-Carlton NoMad if you want a newer NoMad location with larger event facilities and a traditional full-service hotel spa.
| Category | The Mark | The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Residential, Madison Avenue elegance with individually furnished rooms | Contemporary downtown-Midtown luxury with a larger, brand-driven hotel feel |
| Location | Upper East Side — one block from Central Park and near Museum Mile | NoMad — near Madison Square Park, Flatiron Building and Empire State Building |
| Size | 152 rooms and suites | 250 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Building / age | 1927 Renaissance Revival building, residential scale | Newer contemporary Ritz-Carlton property in NoMad |
| Pools | No pool or hot tub on-site | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges, The Mark Bar, Caviar Kaspia (multiple dining options) | Two restaurants and two bars/lounges, including Zaytinya (Mediterranean) and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Mark Wellness & Longevity Spa by Augustinus Bader (three treatment rooms; opens Nov 2026), 24-hour Technogym fitness, outdoor cold plunge | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, and facials; wheelchair-accessible spa (supplier listing) |
| Meetings & events | Smaller, high-design event options including meeting rooms and large restaurant buyout; Mark Suites with terraces | 3600 sq ft (334 m²) conference space and 6 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Jean-Georges restaurant, Madison Avenue style, Central Park access | Ritz-Carlton brand service, NoMad location, proximity to Flatiron and Empire State Building |
| Family & pet policy | Welcomes children of all ages; pet-friendly (dogs and cats, up to 2 per reservation) | Children stay free using existing bedding; pet policy allows pets (supplier lists pet fee but check terms) |
The Mark sits on Madison Avenue, one block from Central Park and within easy walking distance of the Met and other museums.
Choose The Mark for immediate park access and a classic Upper East Side neighborhood experience.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad sits near Madison Square Park and the Flatiron/Empire State Building area.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton NoMad for access to Flatiron, Madison Square Park and a busier downtown-Midtown neighborhood.
The Mark emphasizes individually furnished rooms and suites with a residential feel.
The Mark is better if you want a boutique, residential room layout and signature suites.
The Ritz-Carlton NoMad lists a broad set of room and club-room types and many suite options.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad suits travelers who want a broad range of room categories, club access and larger suites.
The Mark is anchored by Jean‑Georges and includes Caviar Kaspia and a noted Madison Avenue bar.
The Mark is the pick for food-focused travelers who want high-profile dining tied to the hotel itself.
The Ritz-Carlton NoMad lists two restaurants (including Mediterranean Zaytinya) and two bars, plus 24-hour room service.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad works well for guests who want on-site Mediterranean dining and full room service.
The Mark focuses on boutique wellness and high-design meeting spaces.
For curated wellness and design-forward private events, The Mark is an intimate choice.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad emphasizes a traditional full-service spa plus significant meeting capacity.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad is the better pick for larger meetings and a conventional hotel spa program.
The Mark sits in a quieter, upscale neighborhood with refined evening options mostly in-house or nearby on Madison.
Pick The Mark for a refined, quieter evening experience closely tied to the hotel's bars and restaurants.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad is in a busier, more restaurant-and-bar–dense neighborhood with quicker access to downtown nightlife.
Ritz-Carlton NoMad is better if you want immediate access to a lively NoMad/Flatiron dining and bar scene.

The Mark — one block from Central Park and a short walk to the Met and Museum Mile.

Ritz-Carlton NoMad — 3600 sq ft of conference space and six meeting rooms for larger corporate or group events.

The Mark — home to The Mark Restaurant by Jean‑Georges plus Caviar Kaspia and an iconic hotel bar.

Ritz-Carlton NoMad — a full-service on-site spa offering massages, facials and body treatments.
The Mark is closer — it’s about one block from Central Park. The Ritz-Carlton NoMad is several kilometers to the south.
The Mark does not have a pool; The Ritz-Carlton NoMad's supplier listing does not publish a pool detail (Not published).
Ritz-Carlton NoMad — it lists 3600 sq ft (334 m²) of conference space and six meeting rooms versus The Mark’s smaller, design-forward event spaces.
Yes. Both properties welcome children; The Mark explicitly lists supervised childcare and babysitting, while the Ritz-Carlton listing notes children stay free when using existing bedding.
Explore how The Mark stacks up against other hotels nearby:
vs. sites like Expedia, Hotels.com and other OTAs ·