
InterContinental New York Times Square
Best for theatergoers and travelers who want immediate access to Times Square, Broadway and a direct subway entrance (A/C/E).
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InterContinental New York Times Square is a 36-floor, 607-room luxury hotel in the Theater District for travelers who want to be steps from Broadway. Mandarin Oriental, New York is a 244-room luxury property at Columbus Circle prized by visitors who want Central Park and skyline views as well as an on-site spa.
Updated · about 1.1 km apart

Best for theatergoers and travelers who want immediate access to Times Square, Broadway and a direct subway entrance (A/C/E).

Best for guests seeking a quieter Midtown base with Central Park and Hudson River/park views plus a full-service spa and indoor pool.
When InterContinental New York Times Square wins: choose the InterContinental if your priority is being in the heart of the Theater District, walking to Broadway shows, and having a larger hotel with extensive meeting and ballroom space.
When Mandarin Oriental, New York wins: pick the Mandarin Oriental for views over Columbus Circle/Central Park, a dedicated full-service spa, an indoor pool and a more tranquil Midtown experience away from Times Square crowds.
Bottom line: both are five-star Midtown hotels, but they serve different needs — InterContinental puts you in the middle of the Theater District and group/event capabilities, while Mandarin Oriental focuses on views, spa amenities and a quieter Columbus Circle location.
| Category | InterContinental New York Times Square | Mandarin Oriental, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Busy, theater-district luxury; lively public spaces. | Refined, residential luxury with focus on views and spa. |
| Location | 300 W 44th St — Times Square/Theater District, direct A/C/E subway entrance; ~0.2 mi to Times Square. | 80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street — on Columbus Circle, steps from Central Park and Lincoln Center. |
| Size (rooms) | 607 guestrooms across 36 floors. | 244 guestrooms (supplier listing). |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 18; family-friendly services available. | All ages welcome (supplier listing notes children 12 and under stay free with existing bedding). |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool. | Indoor pool (supplier listing: Number of indoor pools - 1). |
| Restaurants & bars | 1 restaurant/bar: The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen (American; breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner, bar hours to midnight). | Number of restaurants - 1; 2 bars/lounges noted in supplier listing; MO Lounge and 24-hour room service mentioned. |
| Spa / wellness | No dedicated spa (rooms have spa-inspired bathrooms); 24-hour fitness center on 3rd floor. | Full-service spa with treatments, sauna and fitness facilities; indoor pool and health club. |
| Known for | Proximity to Broadway, large meeting/event spaces (Gotham Ballroom etc.). | Columbus Circle location, Central Park and Hudson/park views, signature spa services. |
| Meeting & event capacity | Roughly 10,000 sq ft of meeting/event space (Gotham Ballroom ~4,000 sq ft); multiple meeting rooms suitable for weddings and conferences. | Meeting rooms and event capabilities: supplier lists Number of meeting rooms - 1 and ballroom/banquet facilities — for full details check property. |
| Airport shuttle / transfers | No airport shuttle provided by the hotel. | Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge (supplier listing). |
InterContinental sits on W 44th Street, right in the Theater District, a short walk to Broadway and Times Square.
Choose InterContinental for immediate Broadway access and the convenience of an on-site subway entrance.
Mandarin Oriental sits at 80 Columbus Circle, adjacent to Central Park and near Lincoln Center.
Choose Mandarin Oriental when you want Central Park access and a calmer Midtown base with park or river views.
InterContinental offers 607 rooms including a range of Classic, Premium and Junior Suite options and a duplex penthouse.
Pick the InterContinental for a very large property with many room types and skyline/Midtown view choices.
Mandarin Oriental lists a variety of park and river view rooms plus suites and accessible options.
Choose Mandarin Oriental if a Central Park or Hudson River view is a priority and you want a compact selection of premium rooms and suites.
InterContinental centers food & drink around The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, an American gastropub concept.
InterContinental is best if you want one full-service, accessible restaurant on-site tied to a lively lobby scene.
Mandarin Oriental offers MO Lounge plus 24-hour room service and two bars/lounges listed by the supplier.
Mandarin Oriental suits guests who prefer quieter, view-oriented dining and a hotel lounge atmosphere.
InterContinental does not have an on-site swimming pool.
Skip InterContinental if an on-site pool is a must-have.
Mandarin Oriental includes an indoor pool as part of its wellness offerings.
Mandarin Oriental is the clear pick for travelers who want an on-site pool and full spa services.
InterContinental focuses on a 24-hour fitness center and proximity to nightlife and theater venues.
InterContinental works well if you plan to exercise and then head out to nearby nightlife or theatre evenings.
Mandarin Oriental pairs a full-service spa and quieter in-house evening venues with nearby cultural institutions.
Mandarin Oriental is better for guests prioritizing in-house wellness and a calmer evening scene near Lincoln Center.

InterContinental — steps from Broadway, Times Square and a property subway entrance for easy theatre-night logistics.

Mandarin Oriental — full-service spa, sauna and an indoor pool make it a better pick for wellness-focused stays.

InterContinental — large meeting and ballroom spaces (Gotham Ballroom ~4,000 sq ft) and roughly 10,000 sq ft of event space.

Mandarin Oriental — multiple room types specifically labeled Central Park View or Hudson River View.
Mandarin Oriental is adjacent to Columbus Circle and much closer to Central Park than InterContinental.
Mandarin Oriental has an indoor pool; InterContinental New York Times Square does not have a swimming pool on-site.
InterContinental New York Times Square — it's in the Theater District and only a short walk to multiple Broadway theatres.
Yes. Both properties accept families; InterContinental explicitly notes family amenities (cribs, babysitting) and Mandarin allows children (up to 2 children 12 and under stay free with existing bedding).
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