
Hyatt Centric Times Square New York
Best for theatergoers and visitors who want to be in the thick of Times Square and Broadway with a rooftop bar and practical on-site dining.
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Hyatt Centric Times Square New York is a 4.5-star, theater-focused Midtown hotel steps from Times Square; read this if you want a convenient, practical base for Broadway, sightseeing, and a high-floor city view. Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York is an ultra-luxury, design-forward Midtown property near MoMA and Rockefeller Center; read this if you want a hotel stay that prioritizes luxe rooms, a full spa and pool, and a quieter Midtown address.
Updated · about 0.4 miles (about 0.6 km) apart

Best for theatergoers and visitors who want to be in the thick of Times Square and Broadway with a rooftop bar and practical on-site dining.

Best for travelers seeking an ultra-luxury Midtown experience with a full-service spa, indoor pool and quieter address steps from MoMA and Rockefeller Center.
When Hyatt Centric Times Square New York wins: choose Hyatt Centric if you want to be closest to Times Square and Broadway, if a high open-air rooftop bar and 24-hour fitness center matter, or if you prefer a busy Midtown location with straightforward, practical amenities.
When Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York wins: pick Baccarat if you prioritize luxury finishes, on-site spa treatments, an indoor pool, a quieter address near Fifth Avenue and MoMA, and a small, design-led hotel feel.
Bottom line: Hyatt Centric is the practical, theater-friendly pick in the heart of Times Square; Baccarat is the splurge option for travelers who want an intimate, luxury Midtown stay with a spa and pool.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Times Square New York | Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Practical, theater- and sightseeing-focused Midtown hotel with modern rooms and a lively rooftop bar. | Ultra-luxury, design-forward hotel with quieter Midtown address and refined common areas. |
| Location (Midtown) | 135 W 45th St — about 0.1 mi from Times Square and minutes to Broadway theatres. | 28 W 53rd St — steps from MoMA and about 0.3 mi from Rockefeller Center. |
| Size | 487 rooms across 54 floors. | 114 guestrooms. |
| Ages / audience | All-ages property; rooftop Bar 54 is 21+. | All-ages property (not adults-only). |
| Pools | No pool on site; fitness center instead. | Indoor pool on site. |
| Restaurants & bars | T45 Kitchen + Bar (street-level), T45 Market (grab-and-go), Bar 54 rooftop (21+). | Grand Salon (French restaurant) and bar/lounge; room service available (limited hours). |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes and skyline views. | Full-service spa offering massages and facials, steam room and sauna. |
| Known for | Proximity to Times Square, rooftop Bar 54 and practical theater-oriented services. | Luxury finishes, boutique scale, proximity to MoMA and Rockefeller Center. |
| Parking & transport | On-site valet parking (surcharge); many nearby subway connections. | Covered parking available (surcharge) and airport transfer options (surcharge). |
| Typical guest experience | Busy Midtown energy, easy access to shows and attractions, straightforward guest rooms. | Quieter, service-centric luxury with attention to design and in-room tech (tablets). |
Hyatt Centric sits one block from Times Square and a short walk from Broadway theatres.
Choose Hyatt Centric for immediate Times Square and theater access.
Baccarat is located on West 53rd Street within a few minutes' walk of MoMA and Rockefeller Center.
Choose Baccarat for a refined Midtown location close to MoMA and Fifth Avenue shopping.
Hyatt Centric offers a wide range of room types across many floors with straightforward modern design and city views.
Hyatt Centric gives breadth of choice for travelers wanting a high-floor Midtown view and practical room options.
Baccarat has a smaller room inventory with design-forward touches and in-room tech.
Baccarat suits travelers who want a smaller, luxury-focused room inventory and higher-touch in-room amenities.
Hyatt Centric focuses on accessible dining and a prominent rooftop bar.
Hyatt Centric is practical for meals before or after shows, and has a notable rooftop scene.
Baccarat centers food and drink around refined, French-influenced dining and a quieter bar.
Baccarat is for guests prioritizing a more formal, luxury dining and bar experience.
Hyatt Centric does not have an on-site pool; the fitness center and rooftop are primary amenities.
Hyatt Centric’s signature amenities are its rooftop bar and round-the-clock fitness center rather than a pool or spa.
Baccarat includes a full-service spa and an indoor pool as central guest amenities.
Baccarat’s spa and indoor pool are the choice amenities for travelers seeking in-house wellness services.
Hyatt Centric mixes nightlife with fitness — rooftop views and a 24-hour gym are the wellness/nightlife anchors.
Pick Hyatt Centric if you want nightlife close to your room and a flexible fitness option.
Baccarat leans on quieter, luxury wellness and evening dining rather than loud nightlife.
Baccarat is better if you prefer a low-key evening and in-house wellness services over rooftop nightlife.

Hyatt Centric — steps from Times Square and minutes from many Broadway theatres.

Baccarat — on-site full-service spa and indoor pool for in-house wellness.

Hyatt Centric — Bar 54 is one of the highest open-air hotel rooftop bars in the city.

Baccarat — smaller footprint and design-forward interiors near MoMA and Fifth Avenue.
Hyatt Centric Times Square New York is closest — about one block (roughly 0.1 mi) from Times Square and minutes from Broadway theatres.
Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York has an indoor pool and a full-service spa; Hyatt Centric does not have an on-site pool or spa (it has a 24-hour fitness center).
Hyatt Centric — Bar 54 is an open-air rooftop bar on the 54th floor; note it enforces a 21+ age policy and a dress code.
Yes — both properties are all-ages properties. Bar 54 at Hyatt Centric is restricted to 21+ patrons.
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