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Top Public bathrooms in New York, United States

Top Rated Public bathrooms in New York

Top Reviewed Public bathrooms in New York

Quick facts

How many places in the “Public bathroom” category are listed in New York?
There are 62 places in the “Public bathroom” category in New York on LocalGuideWorld.
Which place in the “Public bathroom” category in New York has the highest rating?
Teardrop Park Public Restrooms, rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.
Which place in the “Public bathroom” category in New York has the most reviews?
Bryant Park Public Restroom, with 286 reviews.
What is the average rating of places in the “Public bathroom” category in New York?
3.9 out of 5 on average, based on 1,497 reviews.

Reviews

Right at Bryan park; there were two organized lines in front of a small build with a guard on the main door. This place is counted as one of the best restrooms in USA! The guard was there to organize when and who goes in, making sure everything inside the restroom is organized. Music is running, fresh flowers, nice photo frames on walls and a smart toilet. the building itself has a special design!
two stalls. Only used one. Stall was very clean. Great public restroom.
The nicest, best maintained public restroom I have come across in NYC. There are attendants on hand to ensure the restroom is clean and lines remain orderly. I had to wait in line for a while. However, it was worth the wait.
In a humble restroom, where moments unwind,
A man finds solace, seeking peace of mind.
Within the tiled walls, a silent retreat,
Where nature's call meets a tranquil seat.

He steps inside, a sanctuary found,
Where privacy echoes without a sound.
With whispered relief, he takes his place,
A moment to pause, in a private embrace.

In this quiet chamber, time slows its pace,
As thoughts and worries find their brief erase.
He contemplates life, his mind's gentle flow,
A respite granted from the world's ebb and woe.

Within these four walls, a humble throne,
He finds a moment to be alone.
A pause in his journey, a sacred break,
A chance to reflect, an interlude to take.

For even in mundane tasks we undertake,
There's beauty hidden, if time we could make,
To cherish the stillness, the gentle reprieve,
As the man finds solace, in this space he perceives.

So, let us honor these moments of pause,
In sanctuaries small, where silence draws,
For in life's journey, both big and small,
The bathroom's realm is a sacred stall.
Door is heavy may not lock.
i made pee but i was also met by the serenading of a fellow bathroom-goer
As far as public restrooms go, this is about the best it gets. Surprisingly nice, and it even has classical music playing? Definitely the place to stop if you have the choice. The only downside is that there may be a lengthy line.
Nice place to relax and they always have something to do and have fun seasonal activities
Clean toilet, wash sink faucet is upside down
Good men’s room but the day I went, it wasn’t that clean. It’s understandable that day was super crowded… my partner said the ladies room was absolutely clean and neat… amazing location… more tips: there are multiple restrooms on the other side of ponds which weren’t listed on google maps… they are clean as well
5 stars. Continually went out of my way to use these toilets.

Very well maintained, the "keepers of the line" were outstanding and efficient.

Classic musical so you can relieve your ears as well as your bladder.

And as an added bonus Bryant Park, where they are located, is an awesome place to sit and chill. Hell, you can't even smell any weed as it's no smoking.

I recommend as a must see destination for NYC.
If you're looking for a public bathroom that's a cut above the rest, the Bryant Park Bathrooms are a must-visit in New York City. This Beaux-Arts building boasts a luxurious restroom experience that's truly unmatched.

Located in a city where finding a public restroom can be a challenge, the Bryant Park Bathrooms are a true oasis in the desert. Don't expect grimy walls or dirty toilets here - the facilities are upscale and impressive, with fresh flowers, artwork, and classical music setting the scene.

Despite the limited number of stalls (just two for men and three for women), the Bryant Park Bathrooms are a popular destination for park-goers and pedestrians alike. The fixtures are high-end and the attention to detail is impressive, with bathroom attendants on hand to assist with your needs.

Funded by private donors, the roughly $300,000 renovation in 2017 transformed the restrooms into a truly special space. The fixtures are the same luxury brand used at the MoMA, and large frosted glass windows let in plenty of natural light.

It's clear that the donors weren't flushing funds down the toilet, as the Bryant Park Bathrooms have become a must-visit destination for anyone in need of a quick bathroom break. However, be prepared for long lines during peak hours.

Overall, the Bryant Park Bathrooms offer a welcome respite for anyone looking for an upscale restroom experience in New York City. With their elegant design and attention to detail, they prove that even public facilities can be transformed into something truly special.
Beautifully done these bathrooms are always clean and have toilet paper and soap..
Here have a free restroom, opens for anyone.
Ayo this bathroom ain't it on my ma I saw some used needles on the floor.
It got a good amount of toilets. A male and female side. Sink with soap dispenser. Toilet automatic. Dyson hand drier. Definatly very stinky. It's in a easy location under the bridge. Got multiple stalls.
Clean enough considering the numbers of people using the facilities however sadly only 1 toilet in use
10/10 experience, a life changing experience and I will say they did put a lot of work into this masterpiece. MUST TRY AGAIN!!
It’s a free bathroom. Anyone who’s complaining about a free bathroom in nyc should either wet themselves or wait till they get home. 😘
Not the prettiest but felt very clean and very well maintained. If I were to compare my experience and that of the cat I saw pooping nearby, I think mine was better!
Free public restrooms in the middle of city. Not perfectly clean, but when considered how busy this place is, they are clean.
Historische Toilette..! 😅😉
Pretty good all things considered for a free public bathroom! You have to go down two floors to get to it so it's a bit hard to find.
Decent restrooms. Good job, NYC!
The lack of public bathrooms in NY is a disgrace, especially in Manhattan. This is one of the precious few locations. Only one urinal and one toilet on the men's side, but at least its always clean and kept up.
Don't listen to the cycle rickshaw chumps. This restroom is open and doesn't have rush on Saturday at 7 pm on a summer day.
We stumbled on this public restroom while heading for the New York Public Library — it’s just around the corner. Imagine my surprise when I saw both a male and a female uniformed attendant at the door. It turns out that the building is property of the city but an anonymous donor funds the salaries for the attendants plus the nicely designed interior and fresh flowers! What a delightful thing someone has done. Only in New York.
Bunch of homeless and people shaving their head inside. Smelt terrible. The city needs to have more public toilets to spread them out instead of congregating.
Parks close the bathroom to early before the time it suppose to be
Los baños estaban limpios , los dejan abiertos asta tarde cuando hay jugadores de soccer 🥅 .
SUPER CLEAN!!! EVERYTIME .. I used capital letters because people don't know or don't think that this public restroom W.C. as Europeans calls it turns out to be super clean easy time.
A regular restroom with warm water, soap, handdryer and no stink under the bridge beside the cafe. Nothing special, but better then most restrooms in Russia
almost poopooed my pants, these toilets were sent by the american god for me, even worth the tram ticket if you are close. Paper, clean toilet, soap, thank you for your service god of toilets
Not bad for a public one
Had to pee SO bad but I’m waiting for hubby to finish at javits getting his vax. Im not really in a parking spot so running over to the bathroom was a real RISK IT ALL. I’m so glad it was open and even more surprised to find it impeccably clean and it even smelled nice. Lots of TP, soap, and a hand drier (meh not a fan of those little bacteria fans) but overall probably the best pee break I’ve have in a while.
Met some cool people here
The fact that there still exists public restrooms in the first place, may to this day come as a surprise to most visitors. And to find one in this peaceful park, would surely please any tourist in need of a "throne". However, when yours truly visited this establishment, it was pretty crowded with the kind of people you normally try to avoid. Beware of disposed syringes, vomit & other "cozy" surprises...
Its ok the park is very quiet where u can sit and relax ..restrooms are some times ok depending on the time of day you go into them early there are clean ..
Bathroom in horrid condition no joke. I really hope it’s that I just went to go use it on a bad day but the floors were wet, toilets overflown, urine all over the place.. it’s honestly ridiculous
I was in Central Park running with friends one morning and I had to use the bathroom. I saw a sign for this bathroom as we were running the outer loop on the west side and was able to follow a few other signs straight to this bathroom.

There was a homeless man standing outside the building with his things. I decided to be brave and just kept running past him into the women’s side. The bathroom was relatively clean. I was able to use the bathroom quickly and run back to the outer loop easily to catch up with my friends. I’m not sure what I would’ve done if I hadn’t see the sign for this bathroom.
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*Here are the facts*

• NAME: Heckscher Playground Comfort Station
• CATEGORY: Wheelchair-accessible public restrooms.
• LOCATION: Mid-Park between 61st & 63rd St
• LOCATED IN: Central Park, New York, NY, USA
• OPENING DATE: June 26, 1926.
• HOURS: 7:30-8am until Dusk
*(Park staff start work at 7am. They need time to clean and check the playground and it's equipment for safety. So, 7:30-8am it the realistic opening time)
Clean and unisex. Toilets are steel prison toilets. No seat paper.
Nicely maintained public restroom. It's big compared to others. So no need to wait in line.
It was OK, playground was closed because of the snow.
Bathroom was like any other public restroom. Bunch of guys just standing in there by the sink just chilling which was very awkward.
Great public bathroom. I would imagine it is the closet public restroom to the Roosevelt Island tram. It is just a short ~10 minute walk south from the tram along the river. The restroom is clean and warm and has a nice place to wash your hands. Nicer and has more stalls than going to Starbucks.
Best bathrooms on the island. Clean and free.
Baños muy limpios y con aroma agradable. Es un alivio encontrar un baño público cuando recorres la ciudad de Nueva York.
It was nice and clean and saved my life and pants 💩 💩 💩
Went there to use the bathroom before getting on the MegaBus and it was locked before the time it said it would be.
Awesome!!! Best Dump I’ve ever taken!!! 😃💩
It's really good to have restrooms in the Central park near playground.
But we have found this one to be closed few times during the day that was a surprise.
One of Central Parks greatest locations. Starbucks or beer needs to get out. No line at 4PM on Saturday for men's and small line for women's.