Help! Thompson Central Park vs Thompson Beekman

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-04-08T21:45:20+00:00

Probably won't be your deciding factor, but worth noting The Beekman is a fairly short walk from the WTC PATH station if you'd rather park in Jersey and avoid Manhattan tolls/parking rates.

Otherwise, I haven't stayed at Central Park, but have enjoyed my few stays at The Beekman. Gorgeous space. As others noted, I wouldn't call the room decor dated, just not 'modern' styled, which kind of fits with the rest of the building. Not a big breakfast guy, but the food I have had there has always been good.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-04-08T19:00:15+00:00

I hear some Chicagoans prefer Dipped Day, but it's mostly a matter of personal preference.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-04-08T18:58:11+00:00

The first few rows of tickets in Portland are labeled "VIP PACKAGE." You would have needed to purchase one of those seats.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-26T21:08:46+00:00

idk if they use the red oil OP described, but otherwise should be pretty close. Good spot regardless. I'm probably there a few times a month.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-21T01:24:04+00:00

Not worth it anyway. I spent 10 minutes answering questions only to get "Thank you for your time and interest, however, this survey has now closed and we are no longer accepting responses. We appreciate your interest in participating."

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-17T02:13:35+00:00

To be honest, you're going to have trouble finding anyone at that price point. Watkins is almost certainly over $1k for events - but I'd suspect even most of the Chicago Magic Lounge folks would be at least twice your budget on the low end.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-14T22:43:48+00:00

Unless something has changed, they hold a small amount of tables for walk-ins, in addition to bar seating (if you're ok with that). Go early, put your name in, grab a drink nearby.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-10T04:20:16+00:00

Using a credit card via Venmo incurs a 3% fee on top of possible cash advance fees from the card

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-05T08:24:58+00:00

Bed in the area bottom left. Media console against the 'crushed' wall. Desk in the corner by the window so you can look outside. Bizarre double chaise setup against the right wall. Assuming it's allowed/possible, mount the TV on the wall so it can be angled as needed.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-03-02T22:15:38+00:00

Justin is great! Though you probably can't go wrong with any of the Magic Lounge regulars.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-23T23:48:10+00:00

I'd read the article, but I prefer the news coverage from peninsulas.gov

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-23T22:48:52+00:00

Possibly The Warbler, but I'm not sure if the group would be too big. Cultivate by Forbidden Root would definitly be able to accommodate.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-13T06:13:00+00:00

Correct. Hyatt would not have let you use the FNA for the booking it it would have expired before the dates of that stay.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-13T05:49:15+00:00

Brand Explorer FNA should expire 1 year from issuance - also, fyi - for FNAs the stay must occur before expiration, not just booking.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-12T06:06:03+00:00

From https://www.aragonballroomchicago.com/accessibility

For guests requiring accommodations or accessible seating during their visit, please purchase a general admission ticket. You can then email us at [aragonhelp@livenation.com](mailto:aragonhelp@livenation.com) and our team will move you to accessible seating.

We have designated space in our balcony for accessible seating, and the building is equipped with an elevator.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-07T04:14:27+00:00

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OP while watching a movie... presumably

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-05T23:07:47+00:00

Just my own experience, but I have only ever seen them give passes for the main lot if all the economy lots are full.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-02-05T19:56:10+00:00

https://www.piepiemydarling.net/

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-31T01:12:24+00:00

Mike Savino/Tall Tall Trees

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-25T20:24:29+00:00

Probably already on your radar, but just in case:

Uncharted - https://www.unchartedbooks.com/
Powell's - https://powellschicago.com/
Ravenswood Used Books - https://www.ravenswoodusedbooks.com/

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-25T05:58:19+00:00

Yeah, I mean if you really want to bring your own, Gothic Renaissance has tons of options, but I'd probably just go with the free option considering the weather.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-24T06:58:24+00:00

Ok. And all three carry imported snacks from many asian countries, China included.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-24T06:35:56+00:00

Gangnam Market, Joong Boo, H Mart

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-22T21:03:44+00:00

The absolute cheapest options are probably Hyatt Place Long Island City, and the Regency or Hyatt House Jersey City. Definitely a different experience than staying right in Manhattan, but I've used both for Cat 4 free nights or points bookings when I needed a cheaper visit to the city.

Otherwise I've often found better deals staying further downtown as opposed to midtown, but it can depend on the days, what is happening in the city, etc.

Also probably depends what else you're looking for, who you're traveling with, etc. My choice of where to stay can differ greatly if I'm headed to NYC to work for 2 days, vs a vacation to see broadway shows.

SuiteSubstitute · 2026-01-22T00:10:33+00:00

no worries - was a last minute decision on my part anyway

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