
Arlo Midtown
Best for convenient access to Times Square, Javits and convention travel with lively on-site dining and a seasonal rooftop.
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Arlo Midtown is a modern, social-focused 4-star hotel in the Garment District with compact rooms, a rooftop terrace and 24/7 fitness — good for business travelers, convention attendees and families who want Midtown convenience. The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York is a historic five-star luxury property on Fifth Avenue beside Central Park — aimed at travelers who want classic, full-service luxury and a Central Park address.
Updated · about 2.0 km apart

Best for convenient access to Times Square, Javits and convention travel with lively on-site dining and a seasonal rooftop.

Best for a classic, five-star Central Park stay with formal dining and full-service concierge/limo arrangements.
When Arlo Midtown wins: Choose Arlo Midtown if you want a younger, more casual vibe, easy access to Midtown conventions and entertainment, late-night social spaces and a 24-hour gym included in the mandatory Urban Fee.
When The Pierre wins: Choose The Pierre for formal luxury, rooms with park or city views, a long-running reputation for high-touch service, on-site fine dining (Perrine) and chauffeured/airport shuttle options.
Bottom line: Both put you in Manhattan, but they serve different trips — Arlo Midtown for active, social, value-minded Midtown stays; The Pierre for a classic Fifth Avenue luxury experience next to Central Park.
| Category | Arlo Midtown | The Pierre, A Taj Hotel, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary, social, compact rooms and rooftop programming | Formal, historic five-star luxury with traditional service |
| Location | Garment District / West 38th St — near Times Square, Javits, Penn Station | 2 E 61st St — steps from Central Park and Fifth Avenue shopping |
| Size (rooms) | 489 rooms | 189 rooms |
| Ages / policy | Family friendly; check-in min age 21; kids allowed | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools | No swimming pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Altair (main), The Bar Room at Altair, Café at Altair, seasonal ART Midtown rooftop | Perrine (fine dining) + one bar/lounge and room service |
| Spa & wellness | 24-hour fitness/wellness studio, Alo Moves content; no standalone spa | Spa services on site (full-service spa noted in amenities) |
| Known for | Social programming, rooftop events, value-conscious modern design | Central Park location, historic five-star service and formal dining |
| Transport & airport options | No airport shuttle; close to Penn Station and Port Authority | Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge |
| Parking | No on-site parking (partnered nearby garage) | Self parking (surcharge) available on site |
Arlo Midtown sits on West 38th Street between Times Square and Hudson Yards, close to convention and transit hubs.
Choose Arlo Midtown for proximity to Midtown business, transit and nightlife.
The Pierre occupies 2 E 61st St on Fifth Avenue, immediately beside Central Park and high-end shopping.
Choose The Pierre to be on Fifth Avenue with immediate Central Park access and luxury shopping nearby.
Arlo Midtown offers compact, modern rooms and a few suites designed for practical city stays.
Arlo’s rooms prioritize modern design and value rather than large, traditional layouts.
The Pierre's rooms range from standard rooms to multi-bedroom grand and presidential suites with classic appointments.
The Pierre is better when you want larger, traditionally appointed rooms and suite choices near the park.
Arlo Midtown’s food-and-drink program is modern-American and social, with a café, ground-floor bar and seasonal rooftop.
Arlo fits guests who like casual, all-day dining and rooftop social hours.
The Pierre offers formal dining with Perrine as its signature restaurant and limited on-site outlets.
The Pierre is the pick for travelers seeking formal dining and a quieter, service-led food experience.
Arlo Midtown emphasizes rooftop events, social programming and a 24/7 fitness studio rather than pool access.
Arlo’s signature draw is its social rooftop and wellness programming, not aquatic facilities.
The Pierre’s key draw is its Fifth Avenue/Central Park location and traditional five-star services.
The Pierre’s signature is location and high-touch services rather than public rooftop programming.
Arlo focuses on 24/7 fitness and seasonal rooftop nightlife.
Pick Arlo when you want round-the-clock gym access and casual evening social spaces.
The Pierre provides spa services and a quieter, more formal evening atmosphere.
Choose The Pierre for spa treatments and refined, low-key evening options.

Arlo Midtown — close to Javits Center, Penn Station and event spaces plus flexible meeting rooms.

The Pierre — historic five-star address on Fifth Avenue steps from Central Park and luxury shopping.

Arlo Midtown — 24-hour fitness, Peloton bikes and Alo Moves content included with the Urban Fee.

The Pierre — Perrine fine dining, room service and limo/airport shuttle options support a full-service luxury stay.
Arlo Midtown — it’s within easy walking distance of the Javits Center, Penn Station and has multiple event rooms geared for meetings.
The Pierre is immediately beside Central Park; Arlo Midtown requires transit or a longer walk to reach the park.
Arlo Midtown does not have a swimming pool. The Pierre's supplier listing does not publish pool information.
Both welcome families. Arlo Midtown markets itself as family friendly (check-in minimum age 21 applies); The Pierre also allows children but is a traditional luxury property.
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