NYP Parking Lot For Hospital Visitors — Local services in New York

I’m not sure why it’s such a difficult task to self-park at this location. It’s a self-park garage, with substantial space, but the attendants insist on valeting your car. This is highly inconvenient if you’re staying past valet hours and are managing unloading and loading with a child. Further, it adds unnecessary stress and potential health risks, especially when you're already dealing with the emotional and physical toll of having a sick child. The last thing any parent needs is the added burden of coordinating with valet services, particularly if their child requires immediate attention or if they have medical equipment to transport.

Moreover, valeting at a children’s hospital seems counterintuitive. Families are often in vulnerable states, and the priority should be ease and accessibility, not forcing them to navigate additional logistical hurdles. Self-parking allows parents to have direct access to their vehicles at all times, which is crucial in emergencies or when they need to quickly retrieve something for their child.

It’s also worth considering the health implications. With a sick child, minimizing exposure to unnecessary interactions is key. Valeting involves handing over keys, waiting in lines, and interacting with attendants, which could potentially expose already immunocompromised children to additional risks. In a place dedicated to healing and care, the system should prioritize the well-being and convenience of...

It seems odd to write a review of a parking garage, but here it is. I live in Connecticut and my daughter had to have heart surgery at NY Presbyterian. After surgery, while they moved her to the ICU I needed to get my bag from the car (I valet at the entry). They were so helpful that I needed to write this review. I was an extremely distraught father and I am sure I looked horrible. They could not have been kinder or more helpful. I have parked there every day since (running home and back) and they are always nice, and...

I have always parked here with no problem. Today while receiving my car, another attendance came flying with another car and hit my rear mud guard and knock it down. Not able to put it back i asked to put it in back seat. Had no time to be waiting..Do not get excited when driving...