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"A prime base for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, this Central Park–adjacent hotel lets you roll out of bed just minutes before the festivities begin and be immersed in massive balloons, dazzling floats, Broadway performances, and lively marching bands—coffee or hot chocolate in hand. With Santa’s grand arrival marking the start of the season, celebrating from here feels effortlessly magical." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines