
Arlo Midtown
Best for convention-goers and theater visitors who want a social, well-located Midtown base near Penn Station, Javits and Times Square.
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Arlo Midtown is a 4-star Midtown Manhattan hotel with compact modern rooms, a seasonal rooftop bar and a 24/7 fitness studio — good for social stays, business trips and families. The Dominick is a 5-star luxury high-rise in SoHo with a full-service spa, seasonal outdoor pool and skyline views — best for travelers seeking downtown luxury and spa facilities.
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Best for convention-goers and theater visitors who want a social, well-located Midtown base near Penn Station, Javits and Times Square.

Best for travelers who want downtown luxury, an on-site full-service spa and an outdoor seasonal pool in SoHo.
When Arlo Midtown wins: choose Arlo Midtown if you want a lively Midtown location near Javits Center, Penn Station and Broadway, easy rooftop and bar options, flexible meeting spaces, and a family-friendly policy with 24/7 fitness access.
When The Dominick wins: choose The Dominick if you want a true downtown luxury stay with a full-service spa, seasonal outdoor pool, larger-suite options and high-rise SoHo views.
Bottom line: Arlo Midtown is a social, practical Midtown option for business, events and families; The Dominick is a pricier downtown choice for travelers prioritizing spa services, pool access and a SoHo address.
| Category | Arlo Midtown | The Dominick |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern, social Midtown hotel with rooftop bar and active public spaces | Luxury high-rise with formal public areas and a full-service spa |
| Location | Garment District / Midtown — near Times Square, Javits Center, Penn Station | SoHo / Hudson Square — walking distance to Washington Square Park and NYU |
| Size (rooms) | 489 rooms | 391 rooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools | No pool (fitness studio instead) | Outdoor seasonal pool (open May–September per property notes) |
| Restaurants & bars | Altair (main restaurant), Bar Room at Altair, Café at Altair, seasonal rooftop ART Midtown | One main restaurant plus bar/lounge and poolside bar; room service available (limited hours) |
| Spa & fitness | 24-hour fitness and wellness studio; wellness partnerships for treatments (no named full spa) | Full-service spa with massage, body treatments, facials; sauna and steam room |
| Event & meeting spaces | Multiple flexible meeting/event rooms and a rooftop venue; several small, hybrid-capable rooms | Business center, ballroom and meeting rooms; banquet/wedding services available |
| Accessibility | Accessible features including path to entrance, accessible fitness center and accessible rooms | Wheelchair-accessible registration, pool and on-site restaurant; accessible meeting spaces |
| Known for | Rooftop social scene, proximity to convention and transit hubs and Midtown attractions | SoHo address, high-rise skyline views, spa and seasonal outdoor pool |
Arlo Midtown sits in the Garment District between Times Square and Hudson Yards, a practical base for conventions and theater nights.
Choose Arlo Midtown for Midtown access, transit convenience and convention travel.
The Dominick places you in SoHo/Hudson Square with easy walking access to Washington Square Park and downtown neighborhoods.
Choose The Dominick if you want to stay in downtown Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood and walk to local shops and parks.
Arlo Midtown offers compact, modern rooms and a handful of suites tailored for short city stays and business travelers.
Arlo’s rooms are practical and modern — good for efficient Midtown stays and families who value location.
The Dominick’s room list includes multiple skyline- and SoHi-view rooms plus numerous suite configurations, some with spa features.
The Dominick offers more suite options and room types geared to guests seeking larger rooms, views and spa-linked accommodations.
Arlo Midtown centers dining around Altair and attached bars, plus a seasonal rooftop bar when open.
Choose Arlo if you want varied on-site dining with a casual-to-rooftop progression in Midtown.
The Dominick offers an on-site restaurant and bar with poolside service and limited room service hours.
The Dominick suits travelers who expect upscale hotel dining with poolside service and classic hotel amenities.
Arlo Midtown does not have a swimming pool; the property emphasizes a 24/7 fitness and wellness studio and rooftop events.
Pick Arlo for fitness-focused stays and rooftop social programming rather than pool access.
The Dominick features a seasonal outdoor pool and spa facilities as key on-site amenities.
Choose The Dominick if an on-site outdoor pool and a full-service spa matter to your stay.
Arlo Midtown emphasizes round-the-clock fitness and seasonal rooftop nightlife and programming.
Arlo favors fitness and an active rooftop/nightlife scene appropriate for social city visitors.
The Dominick focuses on spa services, quieter luxury bars and poolside relaxation rather than a party rooftop scene.
The Dominick is a better match if you prefer spa treatments and a quieter, upscale evening environment.

Arlo Midtown — closest to Javits Center, Penn Station, Port Authority and Midtown theaters.

The Dominick — full-service spa, sauna/steam and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Arlo Midtown — rooftop ART Midtown and lively bar options (seasonal rooftop programming).

The Dominick — high-rise SoHo location with many skyline-view room and suite options.
The Dominick has a seasonal outdoor pool; Arlo Midtown does not have a pool and focuses on a 24/7 fitness studio.
Arlo Midtown is in Midtown near Times Square and many Broadway theaters; The Dominick is in SoHo, farther downtown.
Yes. Both properties accept guests of all ages; Arlo Midtown requires the person checking in to be 21 or older. The Dominick is not adults-only.
No. The Dominick has a full-service spa; Arlo Midtown offers a fitness and wellness studio and partners for treatments rather than a named in-house spa.
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