Originally Posted by pronichkin

Does anyone have any idea how Andaz stands against Thompson Central Park? Both seem to be category 6, and both impose those crazy destination fees (waived for globalists) but there's a bunch of differences. I have not stayed in either hotel yet, but trying to figure out my next stay in March.

Thompson seems to be newer and (arguably) fancier, and based on the reports in respective thread, their beds are firmer. (A big plus for me.) I also prefer the location due to the proximity to the park. However, their rooms are smaller, and lack coffee makers, and on top of all that, they don't honor TSUs. Finally, the Upper Stories sound tempting, but they're neither bookable, neither upgradable on points. So, one has to stick to basic room if determined to stay on points.

Andaz seems to have no problem with TSUs, and the rooms are bigger overall. They also have coffee makers. But based on the reports, it sounds to me that the hotel shows some wear, and is not as nice as it used to be. Also, the beds seem to be on the plushy side, which is a drawback for me.

Is there anything I'm missing here? What would you chose?