
InterContinental New York Times Square
Best for being in the heart of Times Square and the Theater District, with immediate subway access and big-event meeting space.
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InterContinental New York Times Square is a large, full-service luxury hotel in the Theater District for travelers who want immediate access to Broadway and Midtown. The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel is a long-established Upper East Side luxury property with classic New York society appeal—best for travelers who prefer a quieter, more residential luxury stay.
Updated · about 2.9 km apart

Best for being in the heart of Times Square and the Theater District, with immediate subway access and big-event meeting space.

Best for a quieter, refined Upper East Side stay with a full-service spa and residential, society-style service.
When InterContinental New York Times Square wins: choose the InterContinental if you want to be steps from Broadway, need large-capacity meeting or event space, or prefer a lively midtown location with a big hotel infrastructure (607 rooms, ballroom options).
When The Carlyle wins: choose The Carlyle if you want a quieter Upper East Side address within walking distance of Central Park and museum attractions, prefer a smaller hotel with a full-service spa and Rosewood’s more residential service style, or value classic society-style public spaces and room variety with many suites.
Bottom line: both are 5-star luxury options in Manhattan but serve different needs—InterContinental suits theatergoers and large-group planners in Midtown; The Carlyle suits travelers seeking Upper East Side refinement and a spa-driven, residential experience.
| Category | InterContinental New York Times Square | The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Busy Midtown theater-district luxury; modern full-service hotel | Classic Upper East Side society-style luxury; residential and refined |
| Location | 300 W 44th St — steps from Times Square and Broadway; on-site subway entrance (A, C, E) | 35 E 76th St — Upper East Side near Madison Ave, ~0.3–0.4 km to Central Park and the Met |
| Size | 607 guestrooms across 36 floors | 188 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 18 | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen (American restaurant & bar; breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails) | Two restaurants and Bemelman's Bar; 24-hour room service and a coffee shop/cafe |
| Spa / wellness | No dedicated spa (24-hour fitness center on 3rd floor) | Full-service spa and health club |
| Known for | Immediate access to Broadway, Times Square, large meeting/ballroom space | Classic Upper East Side address, Rosewood service, proximity to Central Park and museums |
| Event space | Extensive meeting and event space including Gotham Ballroom (≈4,000 sq ft) and roughly 10,000+ sq ft total | Number of meeting rooms: 1 (supplier listing) and intimate event facilities; Limo/town car service available |
| Pet policy | Pet-friendly with a fee ($250 per stay noted) | Pet fee listed: USD 50 per pet, per night (supplier listing) |
InterContinental New York Times Square sits on West 44th Street in the Theater District, minutes from Broadway and with a subway entrance at the property.
Choose InterContinental for the most central Midtown/Theater District location and direct subway access.
The Carlyle is located at 35 E 76th St on the Upper East Side, a short walk from Central Park and major museums.
Choose The Carlyle for proximity to Central Park, museums, and a quieter, residential neighborhood feel.
InterContinental offers a large selection of room types across 36 floors, including many standard and premium options plus suites.
Choose InterContinental if you want many room options and availability in Midtown.
The Carlyle offers fewer rooms overall with many named suites and premium configurations typical of a Rosewood property.
Choose The Carlyle if you prefer a smaller hotel with a broader suite selection and residential-style rooms.
InterContinental centers its dining around The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, a lively American restaurant and bar by Todd English.
Choose InterContinental for a single, bustling restaurant/bar with convenient hours for Midtown guests.
The Carlyle's food-and-drink scene is geared toward classic New York dining and bar experiences, including Bemelman's Bar.
Choose The Carlyle for traditional, refined dining and cocktail options in an Upper East Side setting.
InterContinental does not operate an on-site swimming pool; its notable facilities are the 24-hour fitness center and large meeting spaces.
InterContinental’s signature draws are location and event facilities rather than pool amenities.
The Carlyle’s signature amenities include a full-service spa and a quieter public-space atmosphere.
Choose The Carlyle if a dedicated spa and a more private hotel atmosphere are priorities.
InterContinental provides a 24-hour fitness center and a lively restaurant/bar for evening drinks near Broadway.
Choose InterContinental for round-the-clock fitness access and quick entry to Midtown nightlife and theatre.
The Carlyle focuses on understated nightlife (hotel bar and lounges) and full-service spa/health club offerings.
Choose The Carlyle for quiet evening drinks and time-focused wellness services rather than late-night club energy.

InterContinental New York Times Square — steps from theaters, with an on-site subway entrance and Midtown energy.

The Carlyle — traditional society-style service, proximity to Central Park and museum walking routes.

The Carlyle — offers a full-service spa and a more residential atmosphere than a large Midtown hotel.

InterContinental New York Times Square — large ballroom and multiple meeting rooms for mid-to-large events.
InterContinental New York Times Square — it's a short 4–5 minute walk to Broadway and has a subway entrance at the property.
The Carlyle — about a 5–10 minute walk to Central Park and very close to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
InterContinental does not have an on-site swimming pool. The Carlyle’s supplier listing does not publish a pool detail (listed above as Not published in the Pools comparison).
The Carlyle has a full-service spa; InterContinental New York Times Square does not operate a dedicated spa.
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