
InterContinental New York Times Square
Best for theatregoers and families who want to be steps from Broadway and Times Square.
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InterContinental New York Times Square is a large, Broadway‑centered 5-star hotel for travelers who want to be in the Theater District and near Times Square. The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is a modern 5-star hotel in the NoMad/Flatiron area that suits guests who prefer a quieter Midtown base with skyline dining and a destination restaurant.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for theatregoers and families who want to be steps from Broadway and Times Square.

Best for travelers who want a contemporary Ritz-Carlton experience with skyline views and destination dining in NoMad.
When InterContinental New York Times Square wins: choose the InterContinental if you want to be in the heart of the Theater District, need a very large property with abundant meeting space, or are booking for family groups and events near Broadway.
When The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad wins: choose the Ritz‑Carlton if you prefer a more design-forward, downtown‑Midtown hotel with a smaller footprint, Frette sheets and a dedicated full-service spa and Mediterranean dining options close to Madison Square Park and the Flatiron district.
Bottom line: both are upscale 5-star Manhattan hotels; pick InterContinental for proximity to Times Square/Broadway and large event capacity, pick The Ritz‑Carlton, NoMad for a newer, more intimate luxury stay with on-site spa and skyline restaurant choices.
| Category | InterContinental New York Times Square | The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, theater-district 5-star with a lively restaurant/bar scene | Modern, design-focused 5-star with emphasis on dining and skyline views |
| Location | 300 W 44th St — steps from Times Square and Broadway (0.1 miles to Times Square) | 25 WEST 28TH STREET — NoMad/Flatiron, near Madison Square Park and Empire State Building |
| Size (guest rooms) | 607 rooms across 36 floors | 250 guestrooms |
| Building / age | 36-floor property (large high-rise) | Not published |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | |
| Restaurants & bars | The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen (American gastropub; breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner, bar) | 2 restaurants (including Zaytinya Mediterranean) plus 2 bars/lounges and 24-hour room service |
| Spa / wellness | No dedicated spa; 24-hour fitness center on third floor | Full-service spa on site and 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Meetings & events | ~10,000 sq ft meeting/event space including Gotham Ballroom (up to ~400 guests) | 3600 sq ft of conference space and 6 meeting rooms |
| Known for | Immediate access to Broadway shows, direct subway entrance (A/C/E), large ballroom capacity | Proximity to Madison Square Park/Flatiron, Mediterranean dining at Zaytinya, skyline views |
| Pet policy | $250 pet fee per stay (dogs allowed; service animals exempt) | Pet fee USD 350 per accommodation, per stay (service animals exempt) |
InterContinental is a Times Square/Theater District address, designed for theatre and tourist access.
If you want to be in the center of the Theater District and steps from shows, InterContinental is the convenient choice.
The Ritz-Carlton, NoMad sits in NoMad/Flatiron, a quieter Midtown neighborhood with notable dining and parks.
Pick the Ritz‑Carlton for a central but less tourist-heavy Midtown location near Flatiron and Madison Square Park.
InterContinental offers a very large room base with many room types and suites geared to families and groups.
Choose InterContinental for lots of room options and larger-suite availability near Times Square.
The Ritz-Carlton, NoMad is smaller and curated, with many club and suite categories and Frette linens noted.
Ritz‑Carlton NoMad offers a narrower, higher-touch selection of rooms with luxury bedding and club options.
InterContinental’s main outlet is The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, an all-day American restaurant and bar.
InterContinental centers its dining around a single full-service restaurant and busy lobby bar near Times Square.
Ritz‑Carlton NoMad lists two restaurants (including Zaytinya) and two bars/lounges, with room service 24 hours.
Ritz‑Carlton, NoMad has more on-site dining outlets and a stronger focus on destination restaurant experiences.
InterContinental does not have an on-site swimming pool; its key amenity is large event space and central location.
Not a pool hotel — ideal for guests who prioritize location and event facilities over leisure pools.
The Ritz‑Carlton, NoMad also does not list an on-site pool; its signature amenities are a full-service spa and curated dining.
Ritz‑Carlton NoMad focuses on spa treatments and dining rather than pool offerings.
InterContinental emphasizes a 24-hour fitness center and a lively bar/restaurant near Broadway.
Good for late workouts and immediate access to Times Square nightlife, but not a spa destination.
Ritz‑Carlton NoMad provides a full-service spa and quieter bar/lounge options for evening plans.
Better choice if you plan to use spa services or want a quieter evening in-house.

InterContinental — steps from Times Square and the Theater District with a subway entrance at the property.

The Ritz-Carlton, NoMad — an on-site full-service spa and a more sedate NoMad location.

InterContinental — roughly 10,000 sq ft of meeting space including the Gotham Ballroom for up to ~400 guests.

The Ritz-Carlton, NoMad — two restaurants (including Zaytinya), two bars/lounges and 24-hour room service.
InterContinental New York Times Square — it sits about 0.1 miles from Times Square and Broadway theatres, making it the most convenient for theatregoers.
No — neither InterContinental New York Times Square nor The Ritz‑Carlton New York, NoMad lists an on-site swimming pool.
The Ritz‑Carlton New York, NoMad — it offers a full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; InterContinental does not operate a dedicated spa.
Yes — both properties welcome guests of all ages. InterContinental notes family-friendly amenities such as cribs and babysitting, while Ritz‑Carlton allows children and has connecting room options.
InterContinental — it has larger overall meeting space and a sizable Gotham Ballroom suitable for mid-to-large events.
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