
New York Marriott Marquis
Best for Broadway, large groups, and big events — the Marriott Marquis puts you in the Theater District with massive meeting and ballroom capacity.
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New York Marriott Marquis is a large, family-friendly Times Square hotel with multiple restaurants, extensive event space, and a revolving rooftop restaurant — good for theatergoers, groups, and business events. Four Seasons Hotel New York is a high-end Midtown luxury hotel near Fifth Avenue and Central Park — read this if you want a more restrained, high-service Manhattan stay close to upscale shopping and park access.
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Best for Broadway, large groups, and big events — the Marriott Marquis puts you in the Theater District with massive meeting and ballroom capacity.

Best for refined Midtown luxury and proximity to Fifth Avenue and Central Park — the Four Seasons suits travelers seeking quieter, high-end accommodations.
When New York Marriott Marquis wins: choose the Marriott Marquis for being in the heart of Times Square, immediate access to Broadway theaters, multiple on-site dining options including The View (the city's only revolving restaurant), and enormous meeting and ballroom capacity for conferences or weddings.
When Four Seasons Hotel New York wins: choose the Four Seasons for a smaller, higher-end Midtown experience focused on privacy, personalized service, and rooms with Central Park or city-facing views a short walk from Fifth Avenue and luxury shopping.
Bottom line: pick the Marriott Marquis for convenience, scale, and a lively Times Square atmosphere; pick the Four Seasons if you want an elevated Midtown hotel experience closer to Central Park and upscale Fifth Avenue shopping.
| Category | New York Marriott Marquis | Four Seasons Hotel New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, busy Times Square/Theater District hotel geared to families, theatergoers and big events | High-end Midtown luxury hotel with quieter, refined service |
| Location | 1535 Broadway — directly on Times Square, immediate access to Broadway theaters and subway hub | 57 E 57th Street — near Fifth Avenue and Central Park (short walk) |
| Size | Very large: roughly 1,900+ rooms, 50-story tower | Smaller: 368 guestrooms (supplier listing) |
| Built / notable architecture | 50-story tower built in 1985 with a 37-story open atrium; renovated in 2022 | Art Deco hotel; individual guestrooms noted as 'individually decorated' (supplier listing) |
| Pools | No on-site pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Four on-site venues including The View (revolving rooftop), Revel & Rye, Broadway Lounge and Perch outdoor terraces | The Garden Restaurant, 24-hour room service, and a bar/lounge (supplier listing) |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa reported by independent sources; 24/7 Marquis Fitness Center (4,000 sq ft) with Pelotons and strength zones | Not published |
| Fitness | Marquis Fitness Center, 4,000 sq ft, open 24/7, complimentary for guests | 24-hour fitness facilities listed (supplier listing) |
| Meetings & events | Extensive — over 100,000 sq ft of event space, largest ballroom up to 28,258 sq ft, many flexible ballrooms and meeting rooms | Conference center and 12120 sq ft (1126 m²) of meeting space (supplier listing) |
| Family & age policy | Family-friendly; children of all ages welcome (lead guest must be 21 to check in) | Family-friendly (one child 17 or younger stays free in existing bedding) per supplier listing |
| Typical guests | Broadway audiences, conference and wedding groups, families | Luxury travelers, shoppers, families seeking high-end Midtown lodging |
New York Marriott Marquis sits directly on Times Square in the Theater District — ideal if you want to be surrounded by Broadway theaters and neon.
Choose the Marriott for the busiest downtown Manhattan energy and the shortest walk to Broadway.
Four Seasons Hotel New York places you near Fifth Avenue and Central Park, a short walk from upscale shopping and museums.
Choose the Four Seasons for quieter Midtown access to Central Park and Fifth Avenue shopping.
The Marriott Marquis offers roughly 1,900+ rooms across many types and family configurations.
Choose the Marriott for many room-type choices and family connectors close to Broadway.
Four Seasons Hotel New York has 368 individually decorated guestrooms with a variety of suite options.
Choose the Four Seasons for a smaller, luxury room inventory and multiple suite configurations with park or city views.
Marriott Marquis emphasizes a range of on-site dining options, anchored by The View — a revolving rooftop restaurant and lounge.
Choose the Marriott if you want a theatrical dining experience and multiple on-site restaurant choices.
Four Seasons offers a single on-site signature restaurant and full room service, focused on high-end dining service.
Choose the Four Seasons if you prefer a small set of polished dining options and in-room dining service.
Marriott Marquis's signature public amenity is The View revolving restaurant and a large 24/7 fitness center.
Choose the Marriott for its unique revolving restaurant and a large, complimentary fitness facility; don't expect a pool.
Four Seasons lists fitness and concierge services among its highlights; the supplier listing does not publish pool details.
Choose the Four Seasons for high-touch services and a strong fitness offering; confirm pool availability with the hotel.
Marriott Marquis provides a large, well-equipped fitness center and easy access to Times Square nightlife and theaters.
Choose the Marriott if you want a 24/7 gym plus immediate access to Manhattan nightlife and Broadway.
Four Seasons lists 24-hour fitness facilities and provides quieter, more curated nightlife and dining within Midtown.
Choose the Four Seasons for a quieter evening in Midtown with concierge help for upscale dining and cultural outings.

New York Marriott Marquis — steps from Broadway theaters and the Times Square transit hub.

New York Marriott Marquis — over 100,000 sq ft of event space and ballrooms that handle very large groups.

Four Seasons Hotel New York — quieter Midtown location near Fifth Avenue and Central Park.

Four Seasons Hotel New York — fewer rooms and a high-end service focus for travelers who prefer boutique scale in Manhattan.
New York Marriott Marquis — it sits directly on Times Square and is surrounded by Broadway theaters, making it the most convenient choice for theatergoers.
Four Seasons Hotel New York — located near Fifth Avenue and a short walk to Central Park for museum and shopping access.
New York Marriott Marquis does not have an on-site pool. Four Seasons Hotel New York's supplier listing does not publish pool details — contact the hotel to confirm.
New York Marriott Marquis — the property has extensive meeting space (over 100,000 sq ft) and multiple large ballrooms suited to big events.
Yes. New York Marriott Marquis is explicitly family-friendly. Four Seasons Hotel New York allows children (one child 17 or younger stays free in existing bedding per supplier listing).
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