
New York Marriott Marquis
Best for being in the center of Times Square, with easy Broadway access and large event spaces.
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New York Marriott Marquis is a large, central Times Square hotel aimed at theatergoers, groups, and event planners. Lotte New York Palace is a landmark luxury hotel near St. Patrick’s Cathedral for travelers who want a grand Midtown address outside the Times Square bustle.
Updated · about 0.9 km apart

Best for being in the center of Times Square, with easy Broadway access and large event spaces.

Best for a classic Midtown luxury experience near Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, with cathedral-view rooms and an on-site spa.
When New York Marriott Marquis wins: pick the Marriott Marquis if you want to be in the middle of Times Square, need very large meeting or ballroom space, or prefer a landmark revolving restaurant and a hotel that’s built around Broadway access.
When Lotte New York Palace wins: choose Lotte Palace if you want a quieter Midtown location near Fifth Avenue and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, cathedral- and skyline-view rooms, and a full-service spa within a landmark historic complex.
Bottom line: Marriott Marquis is the practical choice for shows, big events, and the Times Square experience; Lotte New York Palace is the better pick for a more traditional Midtown luxury stay with cathedral views and on-site spa amenities.
| Category | New York Marriott Marquis | Lotte New York Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Energetic, busy, theater-district hub | Landmark luxury set near Fifth Avenue and St. Patrick’s Cathedral |
| Location | 1535 Broadway, in Times Square/Theater District | 455 Madison Ave, near Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral |
| Distance apart | about 0.9 km from Lotte New York Palace | |
| Size (rooms) | roughly 1,900+ rooms | 909 guestrooms |
| Building / age | 50-story tower built 1985; renovated 2022 | Not published |
| Pools | No on-site pool | Wheelchair-accessible pool listed |
| Restaurants & bars | Four on-site venues including The View (revolving restaurant) plus Broadway Lounge and Revel & Rye | On-site restaurants including Gold Room and a coffee shop/cafe; 1 bar/lounge listed |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa listed; 24/7 Marquis Fitness Center (4,000 sq ft) | Full-service spa, health club and steam room listed |
| Event & meeting space | Over 100,000 sq ft of event space; ballrooms up to 28,258 sq ft; multiple large ballrooms | Conference center and meeting rooms available (venue details published) |
| Accessibility & family policy | Family-friendly, children welcome; wheelchair-accessible rooms available | |
New York Marriott Marquis sits directly on Times Square and is surrounded by Broadway theaters and tourist traffic.
Choose Marriott Marquis if you want to be at the geographic center of NYC’s Theater District.
Lotte New York Palace sits on Madison Avenue within easy walking distance of Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue shopping and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Choose Lotte Palace for a classic Midtown address a short walk from major Midtown landmarks but away from Times Square’s immediate crowds.
Marquis offers a very large inventory of room types including many Times Square view rooms and family connectors.
Marquis suits guests who need many room options, family layouts, or Times Square-facing views.
Lotte New York Palace has a smaller, more classic set of rooms and suites with cathedral and skyline views.
Lotte Palace is a better fit for travelers seeking iconic Midtown views and traditional luxury suite options.
Marquis highlights its unique revolving restaurant and multiple on-site dining venues suited for shows and late nights.
Marquis is a destination for tourists seeking skyline views and convenient pre-/post-show dining.
Lotte Palace offers on-site dining and a single bar/lounge entry in supplier listing, with room service during limited hours.
Lotte provides classic hotel dining with a signature restaurant and quieter dining environment in Midtown.
New York Marriott Marquis does not list an on-site pool; the hotel centers amenities on event space and a large fitness center.
If an on-site pool is important, Marriott Marquis is not the right choice; its strength is a full-service fitness center and event facilities.
Lotte New York Palace lists a wheelchair-accessible pool among its amenities and includes a health club and steam room.
Lotte Palace is preferable if a hotel pool and on-site wet-area amenities matter to your stay.
Marquis emphasizes fitness and proximity to nightlife and theaters rather than an on-site spa.
Pick Marriott Marquis if you prioritize fitness access and immediate Broadway nightlife over spa treatments.
Lotte New York Palace lists a full-service spa and services such as massages, body treatments, and facials.
Lotte Palace is a stronger choice for travelers who want spa treatments and a more relaxed Midtown evening scene.

New York Marriott Marquis — steps from Broadway theaters and in the heart of Times Square.

Lotte New York Palace — cathedral-view rooms and a classic Midtown address near Rockefeller Center.

New York Marriott Marquis — over 100,000 sq ft of meeting space and multiple large ballrooms.

Lotte New York Palace — full-service spa, health club and a listed wheelchair-accessible pool.
New York Marriott Marquis — it sits in Times Square with theaters immediately outside and direct theater access.
Lotte New York Palace — the supplier listing includes a full-service spa and a wheelchair-accessible pool; Marriott Marquis does not list an on-site spa or pool.
No — both hotels welcome guests of all ages; neither is adults-only.
Lotte New York Palace — its Midtown location near Madison Avenue is generally quieter than Times Square around the Marriott Marquis.
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