Parker New York

nd family members. Working with Lisa was the best part. She made everything fun and as easy as possible. I loved getting to work with her. Our guests loved the hotel. There are so many restaurants and coffee shops in and around the hotel. It is a perfect spot. A quick note for building your budget, make sure to leave room for ordering chairs (if you want different chairs than the hotel has and we did) and additional AV that is not a part of the wedding package. Good luck to you and have a blast. You won't regret choosing the Parker for a second.

re amazing, and guests have not stopped commenting how beautiful it was! Lisa, the wedding planner/coordinator was amazing to work with and kept us updated every step of the way. She helped organize many of our vendors and made sure everything was coordinated to make the entire day run as smoothly as possible for all to enjoy. Moreover, Lisa and her team were there (and always available) throughout the entire process to make sure nothing was left out. We could not have imagined going through the wedding day without Lisa keeping everything on track and making sure everything went smoothly. We would definitely recommend the Parker Hotel to anyone looking for a quintessential NYC wedding.

day. The meeting the day before the rehearsal made us feel at ease (a time that could have been otherwise stressful): it was so organized, with every detail accounted for and each team member clearly well prepared for the weekend. On our wedding day, everything was in place perfectly and on time; everything went well without us having to think about a thing – we were able to just relax and enjoy the day! In addition to the team, the roof top reception area was especially notable – it was a great place for wedding party photos in the afternoon as the sun was setting and is an elegant, intimate space for the reception. The food was incredible as well (not just for wedding food – it was excellent quality in general). We couldn’t be happier with the wedding venue and Lisa (and her team)! It was the perfect day!

. The views from the reception room are absolutely breathtaking! We wholeheartedly recommend it.

w York (at the time Le Parker Meridien) and the Loeb Boathouse in Central Park. We wanted an iconic New York City feeling and both venues delivered that - but the tie was broken by Lisa and how upon first meeting her we KNEW we were in GREAT hands. Lisa is so amazing - she is quick to respond to emails in thorough detail, she’s so fun and easy to talk to, she is enthusiastic about your wedding and makes you feel so special every step of the way. She really helps you get things done and is such a “yes” person - every idea you have, she comes up with a way to make it happen. Lisa really acts as your wedding coordinator and is so willing to go above and beyond every step of the way. The venue itself is remarkable, my guests were totally blown away by the views from the room and balcony. We had a slightly rainy day for our wedding and even that couldn’t take away from how gorgeous the city looks from up there. The entire staff at PNY is top notch. The servers and bartenders are kind and attentive, Lisa’s team is remarkable - they kept coming up to my husband and I all night asking what we needed, if they could get us anything, etc. We were really so happy with the food - it was incredible, gourmet food and huge portions. Our guests commented all night how delicious it was. Even the cocktail hour food was out of this world - unique and gourmet but still fun. My advice to future couples who are looking to book PNY is that as gorgeous and amazing as the room is, you really don’t need to spend a ton of money on flowers or decor - let the view do the talking. The one thing I’d say is maybe budget a couple thousand dollars for chairs and linens - PNY provides chairs and linens but, at least for the look I was going for, they missed the mark a little. Lisa recommends a company she works with for chairs and linens that are really well priced and the product is amazing. I would say you really don’t need to spend extra money on lighting! We went for a candle-lit, romantic look and just had the florist do a bunch of candles and Lisa dimmed the room lighting as the night went on and it was perfect. All around - I could not recommend PNY more. You get so much “bang” for your buck between the incredible room, the high dollar food, and most of all, Lisa. We were beyond thrilled with how our wedding day and entire planning process went with them.

lias, LPM's event manager, that made getting married at LPM the best choice. Lisa was amazing- she was always responsive (no question was ever left unanswered), she was patient and she made sure the big day went off seamlessly. We didn't have to worry about a thing- she coordinated with all the vendors and was all over the timing of everything. Lisa and her team, aside from the incredible views and great food, make LPM the best wedding venue out there. Thanks to Lisa we had the most amazing day and got the perfect, quintessential NYC wedding without any of the wedding planning stress or headaches.

dating. She made the whole wedding planning process feel like a breeze; since I am not the most detail-oriented-bride. She sent me reminders, gave me suggestions and made our wedding day perfect. Our guests loved the venue, the food, the music and entertainment.. they wouldn’t leave the balcony! A few of them mentioned that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever attended. :) If I had to plan our wedding all over again; I wouldn’t change a single detail. Thank you Lisa and LPM for bringing our fairytale into real life.

o every detail from start to finish. Our guests are still talking about the views from the penthouse, the delicious food, and the easy locations.

bble tea stand, and so much more and I didn't have to stress about any of it. Moreover, the staff was also professional, food delicious, and views beautiful. Couldn't have asked for more.

ing process! She was extremely responsive and checked in with us frequently. As for the venue- the second we stepped foot into the Estrela Penthouse we knew we had found "the one". Numerous people came up to me during the reception and said it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to. Our guests loved being outside on the balcony and taking pictures of the skyline and Central Park! It was truly an amazing experience- especially for our guests who live out of state and had never seen such incredible views of the city before. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and would highly recommend Le Parker Meridien for anyone looking for a beautiful, elegant venue with top notch staff.

g the ceremony, adjusting food choices. LPM was at ease with all of the above and more. They were very flexible. My wife and I were most impressed when we learned the sad news of our LPM coordinator having a death in the family the week of our wedding preventing her from overseeing our event. The rest of the LPM staff stepped up in her absence - nothing missed a beat. To me, that is the mark of a professional team, one who has the experience and attention to detail to give you a night you'll never forget. Of course, the hotel is a beautiful venue, but it is the work of the people that has truly set LPM apart.

d hands when we first met her. The space is stunning and the views are breathtaking - it was definitely a night to remember for all of our guests. Most of all, we felt like we had nothing at all to worry about - the team at LPM is extremely professional and competent. The food was great, the logistics were perfectly timed, the event was managed impeccably from the moment we went for our first appointment to the end of our wedding. Our wedding reception was so stress free - we had a blast and so did our guests. We owe it in large to LPM and Lisa - they accommodated all of our requests and went above and beyond with suggestions and helpful recommendations. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful venue with amazing views and no stress planning and executing! Lisa is a true asset to Le Parker Meridien, a real pleasure to work with!

was very welcoming and we could schedule a visit on that weekend. Lisa was very kind and we could tell she was the one of the most organized person we've met. She walked us through each room and when we went to the penthouse, we knew LPM was the place we wanted for our special day. Born and raised in Japan, planning a wedding in the US wasn't easy at all. Lisa was very patient and helped me in every way. If we didn't have her , we didn't think we could have the dream wedding. As I was always behind the planning, she guided me, helped me and gave me good suggestions. And this is my personal opinion but you want someone who responds you quick when you are planning for your big day. That was Lisa. Till the night before the wedding, we were still working on things and I was pretty much in panic but somehow, magically our wedding was flawless and EVERYBODY had a great time. My husband and I enjoyed every minute of it. View: ★★★★★ Staff: ★★★★★ Food: ★★★★★

s just magical. I was released from all kinds of stress because everything was well taken care of. A big thank you and hug to everyone at LPM, especially Lisa Elias!!

tion and couldn't be happier. From the beginning I felt very comfortable in Lisa's hands. No one really tells you how many items go into planning a wedding and it can get very overwhelming. Lisa really streamlined the process. Our schedule leading up to the wedding was extremely busy and without Lisa's expertise we would not have been able to have such an amazing wedding that was executed as smoothly as it was. Lisa is extremely patient and responsive. From the hotel guest room block, to coordinating the meal tasting, coordinating the cake tasting and selection, to the final planning and timing of everything the day of the wedding, she was outstanding! In addition, the views and decor of the venue are stunning. Our friends and family are still raving about it, and the photos are truly breathtaking. The food is delicious with surprisingly large portions. The staff and service are top notch. One thing I would make sure to factor into your budget are chairs, as the venue does not provide wedding chairs for the ceremony or reception. You will also want to factor in any lighting you would want for the ceremony and reception space as you will need to go through the hotel for lighting. If you want a beautiful, intimate, upscale NYC wedding don't hesitate to look at this venue.

n and tastings to the actual day. We were made to feel extremely special; no task was ever a bother or no question was silly. The penthouse and its views speak for itself. In fact, our wedding day rained a bit and it actually made the view all that more beautiful. We were able to take breathtaking shots in the lobby, penthouse and terrace. The cocktail hour and reception meal was absolutely delicious - it's very far from your typical "catering hall" taste or vibe. We even got to meet the chef during our tasting and it was obvious how passionate he was about his menu and creations. The cake was beyond expectation; if I could eat it everyday, I would! The venue was stunning and the details were perfect however none of it could come together without Lisa - the glue among it all! Lisa was exceptionally patient, always around (day or night), focused, thoughtful, communicative, kind, calm and most of all passionate. It was comfortable knowing our day was actually in the hands of someone who cared just as much as we did. LPM has our highest recommendation and we'd be happy to speak further on references as you consider your special day. Without question, there is no way our wedding could have been any better. BIG thank you to Lisa and the entire LPM staff! Love, Salvatore and Danielle

eeting Lisa that she would execute the wedding we dreamed of. Throughout our wedding year we worked very closely with Lisa as she recommended vendors (all amazing) and she went above and beyond in helping to plan every detail. On the weeks leading up to our wedding we worked closely with Lisa to finish all of the little details! She was professional, easy to communicate with and always patient! On our wedding everything was even better than I had imagined. The ceremony room was out of a fairytale! The cocktail hour food was DELICIOUS, we are still dreaming of the lobster Mac and cheese and mini Reuben's and the reception room was a hit! The views from the penthouse are unlike anything we had ever seen and our guests are still raving about it. Not only were the views incredible but so was the food! When we were walking around greeting guests their plates were empty! Many guests said they never had wedding food that was this delicious. We were able to finish our wedding weekend with a brunch at the hotel. The Parker Meridien is a complete package. They will set up room blocks for your guests, and it was really nice to have the whole weekend including the brunch in the hotel. The view is amazing but what really makes the venue is Lisa Elias and her team. With them you will not need a wedding planner and you are in the best of hands! Thank you LPM for making all of my dreams come true!!!

uests were from outside of New York and we needed a tremendous amount of help from the hotel. We sure got their support in a huge way. Lisa Elias, banquet head was amazing. She did not miss a detail. She calmed us when we were nervous and coached us through every detail. Her backup people were terrific. Bryan and Nick were on site for all the happenings including the wedding rehearsal and brunch. Janice, the concierge helped with busses for the rehearsal dinner. Alexis, the rooms manager was extremely helpful. We will always remember this magical weekend in time and thank the Parker Meridien hotel for their hard work and expertize. Lisa Elias was the driving force that put it all together. If I had another kid getting married on the east coast it would definitely be at the Parker--what a place for a wedding!!!! The view from the top in the dining/dancing room overlooking Central Park is absolutely mesmerizing, a memory for a lifetime.

brunch all at LPM. Very convenient and enjoyable for us and our guests! Summary: 1. Lisa, Brian, Nick - 1o out of 5 stars 2. Ceremony Room - 5 out of 5 for how it looked after decor; 2 out of 5 for inconvenience of needing to pay thousands to make it look decent 3. Hotel Rooms - 2.5 out of 5 4. Food - 4 out of 5 5. Views - amazing! 5 out of 5 1. Lisa, Brian, and Nick (LPM Wedding Coordinators/Banquet Managers... I would give them 10 out of 5 stars if I could) Lisa was my main contact from the day I first inquired about LPM until the actual wedding day. She is AMAZING. Not only was she extremely responsive and professional, she was also very accommodating with my last minute requests and helpful during the planning process. Even though she was supposed to only be the wedding coordinator, she went above and beyond her role and gave countless thoughtful recommendations and suggestions to make the wedding and as beautiful, seamless, and perfect as possible. Many of our guests commented on how well planned the whole wedding was -- and I believe it was because Lisa and her team were so on top of all of the details. A few months before the wedding, Lisa gave a huge checklist to make sure we would think about and cover every detail On the day of the wedding, Lisa and team executed every detail we had discussed. She coordinated with all of the vendors and created an extremely detailed and excellent day of timeline. Lisa, Nick, and Brian made sure everything flowed well. They beautifully escorted all guests from one room to another...everyone had a great experience and we didn't have to worry about a thing! As a bride, I had an extremely stress free and relaxed day...everything seemed to flow so perfectly and go beyond my expectations. Some things to consider: 1. Ceremony Room -5 out of 5 after decor; 2 out of 5 for value. To make the ceremony room beautiful as you see in online pictures, it will cost almost $5,000 to have white curtains, uplighting, and microphones/speakers. You are not allowed to use outside vendors. Very very expensive. Any audio, visual, lighting equipment for your event at LPM will cost you THOUSANDS. You also have to rent chairs to replace their hotel chairs which are not appropriate for weddings. You might also replace their tablecloths which are standard white. All in all, you might want to add $2-3k just for chairs/tablecloths for a 100 person wedding. 2. Hotel Rooms - 2.5 out of 5 stars. The hotel rooms are not the best. Slow service.. many of our rooms were not ready at the 3pm check in time (including my husbands)! Bathrooms are not the cleanest. Robes are not included. Elevators are very slow. Plan on waiting 15-20 minutes sometimes.... 3. Food - some of our guests said the food was the best wedding food they have ever had. Others said it was okay. From the dishes I tried, I would say its overall good but inconsistent. It's hard to make 100 dishes consistent. We had the sea bass and filet mignon. Would recommend. Recommendations: 1. Do a receiving line after ceremony. One of the best parts for us! 2. Have your own vision, put in the work. Share your plans with Lisa/get her feedback & suggestions - she is amazing and will make your wedding dreams come true!

e second to none, and the balcony was usable and greatly enjoyed by our guests even during our winter wedding. The ceremony and cocktail rooms downstairs looked beautiful for the event - we had some concerns as they had a "corporate" feel when we first viewed them, but they turned out really well. Lisa Elias and the rest of the staff did a tremendous and professional job helping us through any issues we had, and they made the day itself go very smoothly by handling everything with our vendors efficiently. Everything provided by the hotel (food, drinks, the cake) was top-notch and our guests had a great time. We would suggest it for anyone looking for a reasonably large rooftop/skyline venue in NYC. One budget consideration which doesn't diminish our recommendation, but which potential customers should be aware of is that LPM doesn't really have chairs serviceable for a wedding, so rental from an outside vendor will likely be needed, but Lisa has great recommendations should you choose that route. Thanks again for everything Lisa and the LPM team! -Kat and Chris

ould have ever picked. Impeccable service..And on top of it all, the food and cake were outstanding! The outdoor glass deck was a real gem. All of our guests were amazed and impressed by the beautiful views inside and out.

nning a relatively quick wedding, about 5 months, and Lisa went above and beyond to see that every last detail was considered and perfected. Her communication was quick and thorough - she answered all of my many (many!) questions thoughtfully, and was extremely organized throughout the entire planning process - a bride has so many details to think about when planning a wedding, and Lisa took a lot of that weight off of my shoulders. I cannot stress what a relief it was to know that I had someone so organized and detail-oriented in my corner. Prior to the day of, we met one last time along with Nick, the banquet manager at LPM, to go over the timeline for the day. They both made smart suggestions for little details that I hadn't considered, and it gave me a solid visual of how the night would play out. On the day of, everything came together perfectly. The food at both cocktail hour and the reception was incredible. High quality ingredients, beautiful presentation, and everything tasted amazing. Our guests all raved about the food! My friends had all warned me not to expect to have time to eat anything that night, but Lisa made sure we both had a chance to sit and enjoy our dinner - a huge bonus!! :) The Estrela Penthouse, where the reception was held, was magnificent. Our guests walked into a gorgeous room on the 42nd floor of the hotel, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking a breathtaking view of the city - it's really quite dramatic. It was pretty chilly that night, but that didn't stop our guests from enjoying the view from the outdoor terrace as well. In the end, our timeline worked out almost to the minute, which is a testament to how organized Lisa and her team really were. All in all, I absolutely would recommend LPM to anyone. Lisa will do everything she can to ensure you have the wedding of your dreams. She certainly did for me, and I couldn't be more thankful!!

venue. The ceremony room is elegant and feels intimate, but fits a large number. It was great to go right into the cocktail hour after the ceremony, and from there Lisa & team moved everyone up to the penthouse seamlessly. And, of course, the penthouse is incredible. If you're going to get married in NYC, you might as well enjoy the view! And our guests certainly did. Lisa and team: Other reviewers have said this, but it bears repeating: they are a well oiled machine. Lisa helped us with every single detail that we had a question about, and she responded very quickly to all our emails. They anticipated things that we hadn't even thought of. It was so great that on the day of the wedding, we didn't have to think of anything; everything was in their capable hands. Lisa made sure that every vendor was prepped and ready. The icing on the cake is their professionalism. If they had to check with us about anything, they acted with the utmost discretion. On the day of the wedding, several banquet managers are tending to the event, so nothing slips through the cracks. It was amazing to work with them. Extras: The food, in both the cocktail hour and the reception, was phenomenal, and all our guests agreed. Sidenote: the tasting was really fun. The bartenders worked fast and everyone always had a drink who wanted one. Certain things that you might expect to be included in the package, like AV setup in the ceremony room, weren't included. Also, the chairs in the penthouse are very corporate-looking, so we rented chairs. I think it would be a good idea if the hotel bought more standard wedding chairs to have in-house. On the other hand, certain things that we wouldn't expect to be included, like the cake, were included, so that offset some of those expenses. (The cake, by the way, was AMAZING. They work with an incredible cake maker.) Also, we used all the standard LPM linens, place settings, etc., and they were great. In sum, we are incredibly pleased with our decision to get married at LPM. We couldn't recommend it more highly. - Tim and Andrew

view and just knew it was right. Then we met Lisa Elias, and just knew she would help make our dream wedding a reality. Done, we booked the venue. Then we had our tasting, and knew we had made the absolute right decision. Everything about the day was spectacular and so well taken care of! Yes, it's a union hotel, and if you want special or extra lighting you need to work with their vendor. And yes the Union fact can create some unforeseen bumps in the road. But every venue has things you cant control or anticipate, maybe we're just more flexible than others who reviewed here. But the lighting guys were lovely and worked with us and our florist to create a stunning ceremony and reception. We absolutely couldn't have asked for better and never felt like the wedding wouldn't be executed flawlessly. Even my bridesmaids were impressed with Lisa and the LPM staff and all the hard work they put in. Lisa answered every crazy email, helped us think through every obstacle, and really just took the reins on the day of so we didn't have to worry. Would and will absolutely recommend LPM to anyone!

food was delicious, everything was executed flawlessy, and our guests enjoyed a gorgeous view of sunset over Manhattan from the penthouse ballroom. If we could do it all over again, we would not change a thing!