
Hyatt Centric Times Square New York
Best for theatergoers and anyone who wants to be steps from Times Square and Midtown nightlife.
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Hyatt Centric Times Square New York is a midtown, high-rise hotel focused on Broadway and Times Square access; read this if you want to be in the theater/Times Square action with a rooftop bar. Mandarin Oriental, New York is a five-star Columbus Circle property with Central Park and skyline views; read this if you want a quieter luxury base near the park with a full spa and indoor pool.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for theatergoers and anyone who wants to be steps from Times Square and Midtown nightlife.

Best for travelers who want luxury rooms with Central Park or Hudson River skyline views, plus an on-site spa and indoor pool.
When Hyatt Centric Times Square New York wins: choose Hyatt Centric if you want to be in the thick of Broadway, Times Square and Midtown attractions, and you value a dramatic rooftop bar and immediate access to subway lines.
When Mandarin Oriental, New York wins: choose Mandarin Oriental for a more traditional luxury experience, larger rooms oriented to park/river views, an indoor pool, and a full-service spa.
Bottom line: Hyatt Centric is the practical choice for nightlife, shows and central Midtown walking access; Mandarin Oriental is the better pick for a quieter, higher-end stay with wellness amenities and skyline/park-facing rooms.
| Category | Hyatt Centric Times Square New York | Mandarin Oriental, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively Midtown hotel centered on Times Square and Broadway energy | Upscale, refined Columbus Circle luxury with park and river views |
| Location | 135 W 45th St — one block from Times Square and Broadway theatres | 80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street — steps from Columbus Circle and Central Park |
| Size (rooms) | 487 guest rooms across 54 floors | 244 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome (minimum check-in age 18; rooftop Bar 54 is 21+) | All ages welcome |
| Pools | No on-site pool | Indoor pool (1) |
| Restaurants & bars | T45 Kitchen + Bar, T45 Market and rooftop Bar 54 | MO Lounge / 1 restaurant and 2 bars/lounges (listing: 1 restaurant, 2 bars) |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa (24-hour fitness center available) | Full-service spa, health club, sauna |
| Known for | Proximity to Times Square and a high-elevation rooftop bar | Central Park and Hudson River/skyline views and luxury service |
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM | Check-in begins at 3:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM |
| Parking | Valet parking available (nightly surcharge) | Valet parking available (surcharge) |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas | |
Hyatt Centric sits on West 45th Street a block from Times Square and a short walk to Broadway.
If you want front-row Midtown energy and immediate theater access, Hyatt Centric places you in it.
Mandarin Oriental is located at Columbus Circle, adjacent to Central Park and Lincoln Center.
Mandarin Oriental is better if you prefer proximity to the park and a slightly quieter, uptown address.
Hyatt Centric’s rooms emphasize high-floor city and Times Square views across many room categories.
Choose Hyatt Centric for skyline and Times Square sightlines and a broad range of midtown-oriented room types.
Mandarin Oriental’s room list includes many Hudson River and Central Park View options and several suite types.
Mandarin Oriental is the choice for larger rooms with explicit park or river views and luxury in-room amenities.
Hyatt Centric offers street-level dining plus a prominent rooftop bar.
Hyatt Centric is best when you want immediate casual dining and a dramatic rooftop cocktail experience.
Mandarin Oriental focuses on refined dining and multiple lounge options.
Mandarin Oriental caters to travelers who prefer upscale dining and hotel lounges rather than late-night rooftop scenes.
Hyatt Centric does not have an on-site pool but emphasizes its rooftop bar and a 24-hour fitness center.
Hyatt Centric’s main active amenities are the gym and rooftop bar rather than a pool or spa.
Mandarin Oriental lists a full-service spa and an indoor pool as core amenities.
If an indoor pool and an on-site spa matter, Mandarin Oriental is the clear choice.
Hyatt Centric supports 24-hour fitness and Midtown nightlife through Bar 54.
Hyatt Centric is better for active travelers and those who want to be in Midtown’s nightlife footprint.
Mandarin Oriental positions wellness and quiet luxury higher on its list of amenities.
Mandarin Oriental suits travelers prioritizing spa treatments, pool time, and service-driven nights in.

Hyatt Centric — one block from Times Square and minutes from multiple Broadway theatres.

Mandarin Oriental — full-service spa, indoor pool and many park/river-view room categories.

Hyatt Centric — Bar 54 offers a high-elevation rooftop bar experience in Midtown.

Mandarin Oriental — located at Columbus Circle with direct access to Central Park and sweeping skyline views.
Hyatt Centric Times Square New York — it’s a block from Times Square and minutes to many Broadway venues.
Mandarin Oriental has a full-service spa and an indoor pool; Hyatt Centric does not have an on-site pool or spa.
No — both properties accept guests of all ages. Note Hyatt Centric’s rooftop Bar 54 is restricted to 21+.
Mandarin Oriental — room categories explicitly include Central Park View and Premier Central Park View options.
Yes — both Hyatt Centric Times Square New York and Mandarin Oriental, New York list complimentary wireless internet access.
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