
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
Best for close-to-theater, convention, and budget-friendly city stays with practical on-site dining and 24-hour fitness.
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Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square is a large, practical Midtown West hotel focused on value, convenience, and easy access to Times Square and the Javits Center — good for families, convention attendees, and budget-conscious travelers. The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel is an iconic Fifth Avenue luxury property near Central Park for travelers who want landmark architecture, formal service, and a full-service spa and event program.
Updated · about 1.4 km apart

Best for close-to-theater, convention, and budget-friendly city stays with practical on-site dining and 24-hour fitness.

Best for a high-end, landmark Fifth Avenue stay with formal service, an on-site spa, and roomy event spaces.
When Hyatt Place wins: Choose Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square if you want more rooms and consistent value, easy access to Times Square/Broadway, complimentary daily breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and straightforward, family-friendly service.
When The Plaza wins: Choose The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel when you want landmark Fifth Avenue address, formal luxury touches, an on-site spa and valet service, and sizable meeting and ballroom space for events or a classic luxury stay near Central Park.
Bottom line: Hyatt Place is the practical, high-capacity choice for visitors focused on Times Square, transit, and lower cost; The Plaza is for travelers prioritizing historic luxury, hotel-run events, and proximity to Central Park — both are central Manhattan options but serve different budgets and trip styles.
| Category | Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square | The Plaza, A Fairmont Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern, efficient, high-capacity Midtown property | Historic, formal luxury landmark on Fifth Avenue |
| Location | 350 West 39th St — Times Square South / Midtown West, close to Broadway and Javits Center | 768 Fifth Avenue — steps from Central Park and 5th Avenue shopping |
| Size (rooms) | About 520 rooms | 282 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All-ages, family-friendly; minimum age 21 to check in | Family-friendly (not adults-only) — children allowed |
| Pools | No pool on site | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | The Placery (lobby restaurant/bar) + The Market (24-hour grab-and-go), complimentary breakfast | 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges (The Palm Court featured), 24-hour room service; full breakfasts available (surcharge) |
| Spa & wellness | 24-hour fitness center (cardio, free weights); no confirmed full spa | Full-service spa with treatments, plus 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Convenient, walkable access to Times Square, Broadway, Hudson Yards; practical services for busy travelers | Iconic Fifth Avenue address, historic public rooms, large event/ballroom space |
| Event / meeting space | Two meeting rooms and flexible event areas (smaller capacity) | About 21,496 sq ft (1,997 m²) of conference space and 9 meeting rooms, plus a ballroom and banquet facilities |
| Parking & transport | No on-site garage; nearby paid self-parking; easy subway access | Valet parking (surcharge); central Midtown access to transit and walking routes |
Hyatt Place sits in Midtown West near Times Square and Javits Center — convenient for theater, conventions, and transit.
Choose Hyatt Place for maximum proximity to Times Square, Javits Center, and transit links.
The Plaza is on Fifth Avenue at Central Park — a classic address suited to shopping, parks, and Midtown museums.
The Plaza is better if you want Central Park and Fifth Avenue shopping from your doorstep.
Hyatt Place has many standardized rooms focused on function and value.
Hyatt Place suits travelers who want simple, reliable rooms and options for families or groups.
The Plaza offers individually decorated guestrooms with premium bedding and more formal room amenities.
The Plaza is for travelers who prefer classic, higher-end room finishes and individually styled rooms.
Hyatt Place centers on casual dining and convenience.
Hyatt Place covers basics and quick meals for busy days and families.
The Plaza offers formal dining options tied to its luxury positioning.
The Plaza is aimed at guests who expect formal dining choices and hotel-driven dining experiences.
Hyatt Place keeps the focus on city access rather than resort amenities.
Hyatt Place is a city-stay hotel without pool facilities; it emphasizes fitness and workspace instead.
The Plaza is known for its event spaces and full-service hospitality offerings.
The Plaza’s signature strengths are its event/banketing facilities and a full-service spa rather than leisure-water features.
Hyatt Place supports active schedules and convenience-focused evenings.
Hyatt Place is practical for travelers who want late workouts and casual on-site evening dining.
The Plaza offers more formal wellness and evening options.
The Plaza is a better fit when a pampering spa and luxury evening service matter to your stay.

Hyatt Place — walkable to Times Square, Broadway theaters, Hudson Yards, and Javits Center.

The Plaza — Fifth Avenue address steps from Central Park and high-end shopping.

The Plaza — large conference space, ballroom, and multiple meeting rooms suited to formal events.

Hyatt Place — larger room inventory, complimentary breakfast, family-friendly room configurations.
The Plaza is steps from Central Park; Hyatt Place is about a 10–15 minute walk to the southern edge of the park.
Hyatt Place does not have a pool. The Plaza's supplier listing does not publish a pool; pool information is not published.
Hyatt Place is within easy walking distance of the Javits Center and is convenient for convention attendees.
Yes. Both properties welcome children; Hyatt Place is explicitly family-friendly and The Plaza is listed as family-friendly in its supplier information.
The Plaza lists a full-service spa and spa treatment rooms; Hyatt Place does not have a confirmed full spa and focuses on a 24-hour fitness center.
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