
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
Best for travelers who want a roomy, practical Midtown base with free breakfast and easy transit access.
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Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square is a large, family-friendly Midtown Manhattan hotel offering straightforward rooms, complimentary breakfast, and easy access to Times Square and transit. The Knickerbocker Hotel is a landmark 5-star property at Times Square with historic character, rooftop terrace, and multiple on-site restaurants—read this if you’re weighing a practical, value-oriented Midtown base against a more traditional luxury stay in the theater district.
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Best for travelers who want a roomy, practical Midtown base with free breakfast and easy transit access.

Best for guests who want a landmark, full-service luxury hotel steps from Broadway with on-site fine dining and a rooftop terrace.
When Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square wins: choose Hyatt Place if you want more rooms and a practical, all-ages property with complimentary breakfast, straightforward public spaces, and a 24-hour fitness center — a sensible pick for families, groups, or anyone prioritizing value and convenience near the Javits Center and Hudson Yards.
When The Knickerbocker Hotel wins: choose The Knickerbocker if you prefer a smaller, 5-star hotel with historic character in the heart of Times Square, on-site restaurants (including Charlie Palmer Steak IV), a rooftop terrace, and a more traditional luxury service offering.
Bottom line: both put you within easy walking distance of Broadway and Times Square; pick Hyatt Place for a practical, family-oriented stay and The Knickerbocker for a landmark luxury experience and a central theater-district address.
| Category | Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square | The Knickerbocker Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary, practical Midtown chain hotel | Historic Beaux Arts luxury hotel with times-square presence |
| Location | 350 West 39th St — Times Square South / Midtown West, near Javits and Hudson Yards | 6 Times Square — immediate Times Square / Broadway address |
| Size (rooms) | About 520 rooms (World's largest Hyatt Place) | 330 rooms |
| Stars / rating | Midscale / Hyatt Place brand (not a star rating listed here) | 5 stars · user rating 9.2 |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum age 21 to reserve/check in | All ages welcome (one child 12 or younger stays free with parent); minimum check-in age 21 |
| Pools | No pool | |
| Restaurants & bars | The Placery (lobby bar/restaurant) + The Market (24-hour grab-and-go) and coffee bar | 5 restaurants including Charlie Palmer Steak IV, 2 bars/lounges, coffee shop/cafe |
| Spa / wellness | No dedicated spa (on-site 24-hour fitness center) | Health or beauty spa nearby; 24-hour fitness facilities on site |
| Signature feature | Complimentary breakfast and large, modern guestroom inventory | Historic landmark building with rooftop terrace and Broadway-front address |
| Event / meeting space | Two meeting rooms and small event spaces (Patio, Henry Boardroom) | Conference space about 2200 sq ft (meeting rooms and banquet hall options) |
Hyatt Place sits in Times Square South / Midtown West with short walks to theaters, Penn Station, and Javits.
A practical Midtown location that balances walkability to Times Square with easy transit connections.
The Knickerbocker stands on 6 Times Square, positioned directly in the Broadway/Times Square theater district.
Choose The Knickerbocker if you want to be right at the theater district and a short walk to Times Square attractions.
Hyatt Place is a large property with many room types designed for families and groups.
Hyatt Place is practical for families and larger groups who need more room options and connecting rooms.
The Knickerbocker offers a range of premium rooms and suites in a historic luxury setting.
The Knickerbocker focuses on classic luxury room amenities and a variety of premium room types.
Hyatt Place centers on a lobby restaurant/bar and 24-hour market for practical dining.
Hyatt Place is geared to convenient, all-day casual dining and quick grab-and-go options.
The Knickerbocker provides a fuller on-site dining program including a signature steakhouse.
The Knickerbocker suits guests who want multiple on-site dining choices and a formal restaurant option.
Hyatt Place does not have a swimming pool and focuses on city access instead.
Expect city-hotel amenities rather than pool or beach facilities at Hyatt Place.
The Knickerbocker highlights a rooftop terrace and luxury public spaces rather than a pool.
The Knickerbocker’s rooftop terrace is the closest equivalent to a signature outdoor amenity in Midtown.
Hyatt Place offers a 24-hour fitness center and an evening lobby bar for casual nights.
Hyatt Place covers basic fitness needs and places you near a wide variety of nearby nightlife options.
The Knickerbocker provides 24-hour fitness facilities plus on-site bars and a rooftop terrace for evening drinks.
The Knickerbocker offers in-house evening options and full-service concierge support for theater and nightlife plans.

Hyatt Place — more rooms, connecting-room options, complimentary breakfast and practical family-friendly amenities.

The Knickerbocker — immediate Times Square/Broadway address and concierge service for show bookings.

The Knickerbocker — multiple restaurants including Charlie Palmer Steak IV, bars, and banquet/wedding services.

Hyatt Place — complimentary breakfast, grab-and-go market, and straightforward rooms for busy city travelers.
The Knickerbocker is located directly at Times Square and is a shorter walk to Broadway theaters; Hyatt Place is a short walk as well but sits a few blocks south in Times Square South.
No. Hyatt Place does not have a pool; the Knickerbocker listing does not mention an on-site pool either (it highlights a rooftop terrace instead).
Hyatt Place is a family-friendly, all-ages property with connecting rooms and complimentary breakfast; The Knickerbocker welcomes families too but is positioned as a 5-star luxury option.
Yes — The Knickerbocker has multiple restaurants including Charlie Palmer Steak IV; Hyatt Place focuses on The Placery (lobby dining) and a 24-hour Market.
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