Best rooms at Arlo Midtown, ranked
Best overall: Suite (Arlo) — biggest living area and separate sleeping space, best for longer stays or groups. Best terrace room: Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace — private outdoor seating with direct room access. Best compact value: Room (Urban) — smaller footprint but city views and the same Urban Fee perks.
In this guide
- Why these rankings
- 1. Suite (Arlo) — best overall for space and comfort
- 2. Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace — best for private outdoor access
- 3. Suite — best for a more traditional suite layout
- 4. Room (Urban) — best compact option and good value
- 5. Room, 2 Double Beds and Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace — best for families
- 6. Room (City) and Room, Terrace, City View — best for skyline windows
- Practical notes before you pick a room
Why these rankings
I ranked Arlo Midtown rooms by space, outdoor access, and suitability for longer stays or families, using the hotel's published room types and on-site amenities.
The Urban Fee and shared hotel facilities (Altair, café, rooftop seasonally, 24-hour fitness) are available to all guests, so rooms that add terrace or suite space tend to offer the clearest extra value.
- Space and layout — suites and terrace rooms win for separate living space and outdoor seating.
- Views and daylight — City and Terrace rooms provide the best skyline exposure.
- Practical needs — Urban rooms are compact but deliver the same included Urban Fee benefits.
| What I looked for | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Terrace / balcony | Adds outdoor seating for morning coffee or evening skyline views |
| Separate living area | Makes longer stays and small meetings easier |
| Bed configuration | Families may need two doubles; couples often prefer a king |
1. Suite (Arlo) — best overall for space and comfort
Why it tops the list: Suite (Arlo) offers the largest footprint among the listed room types with a distinct living area plus a king bed, making it the best pick for longer Manhattan stays, small in-room meetings, or travelers who want separate lounging and sleeping zones.
Who should book it: families wanting room to spread out, business travelers who need a workspace in the room, and anyone staying several nights who values an in-room sofa or dining space.
- Separate living area and king bed
- More luggage and storage space than standard rooms
- Same Urban Fee perks as other rooms (Wi‑Fi, fitness access, Citi Bike passes, etc.)
| Good for | Why |
|---|---|
| Longer stays | Extra seating, space to work or eat |
| Small group work | Living area lets two people work without sharing the bed |
| Families with an infant | More room for a crib and gear |
2. Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace — best for private outdoor access
If having outdoor space matters, choose Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace. The private terrace gives you a place to sit outside without leaving the building — handy in fair weather or for a quiet morning coffee.
These rooms keep the hotel’s compact modern layout but add direct terrace access; terrace sizes vary by room and view (city, neighboring brownstones, or planted terrace areas).
- Private terrace or balcony directly accessible from the room
- King bed with room layout similar to standard king rooms
- Good for smokers? No — Arlo Midtown is 100% non-smoking; terraces are exterior spaces but indoor rooms remain smoke-free
| Typical terrace views | What to expect |
|---|---|
| City skyline | Straightforward urban outlook and bench seating in some rooms |
| Planted terrace | Small planted buffers and outdoor lounge seating in some terrace rooms |
| Neighboring brownstones | Quieter streetscape views with window benches |
3. Suite — best for a more traditional suite layout
The hotel lists two suite types (Suite and Suite (Arlo)). If you want a conventional suite without specifying the Arlo-branded suite, the generic Suite still offers more living space than standard rooms and a king bed.
Choose this if you want a suite's benefits but need to compare availability or pricing across suite categories.
- Separate seating area in most configurations
- King bed and more room for luggage and a small group
- Same hotel services and Urban Fee inclusions apply
| Pick this if | You need |
|---|---|
| More living space than a standard room | Seating area and room to work |
| Occasional in-room guests | Space for a guest to sit without using the bed |
| Flexibility | Comparable benefits to Suite (Arlo) when the Arlo suite is sold out |
4. Room (Urban) — best compact option and good value
Room (Urban) is the hotel’s compact king offering. It’s smaller than the suite or terrace rooms but delivers the same Urban Fee inclusions (Wi‑Fi, fitness access, Citi Bike passes, etc.), making it the pragmatic choice for short stays or solo travelers.
Expect efficient layouts with city-facing windows, a bed, and pared-back storage; these rooms work well if you plan to spend most of your time out exploring Manhattan.
- Smaller footprint, often with a window bench or city-view window
- Ideal for solo travelers or couples who don’t need a separate living area
- Includes the nightly Urban Fee benefits
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Lower per-night room space | Less room for luggage or in-room entertaining |
| Same hotel services | No private terrace or separate living area |
| Good city views in many Urban rooms | Smaller bathroom and storage |
5. Room, 2 Double Beds and Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace — best for families
Families or groups who need two beds should book Room, 2 Double Beds. If you also want outdoor seating, look for Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace which combines two beds with terrace access.
Both room types keep the same hotel services and Urban Fee benefits; the terrace version simply adds private outdoor seating which can help when traveling with children.
- Room, 2 Double Beds — two double beds, typical compact hotel layout
- Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace — same two beds plus terrace access
- Suitable for families where children of all ages are welcome (note check-in age rules below)
| Room type | Why choose it |
|---|---|
| Room, 2 Double Beds | Two beds for families sharing one room |
| Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace | Adds outdoor space for fresh air and extra seating |
| Room, Terrace, City View | If you want a terrace plus more direct skyline views |
6. Room (City) and Room, Terrace, City View — best for skyline windows
Room (City) and Room, Terrace, City View focus on daylight and Midtown outlooks. Choose these if a skyline-facing window or a window bench for city-watching matters to you.
These rooms often place you higher in the building with clearer views of Midtown landmarks; the Terrace, City View adds an outdoor option to that same viewpoint.
- Room (City) — typically a king bed with larger windows for skyline views
- Room, Terrace, City View — combines terrace seating with city-facing windows
- Good for travelers who prioritize natural light and viewing Midtown landmarks
| Feature | Room (City) | Room, Terrace, City View |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline window | Yes | Yes |
| Private terrace | No | Yes |
| Best for | Light and views | Views plus outdoor seating |
Practical notes before you pick a room
Every booked room includes a mandatory Urban Fee ($37 plus tax per room, per night) that covers in-room Wi‑Fi, fitness access, two canned waters daily, 15% off food & beverage (exclusions apply), and daily Citi Bike passes. This fee is added in addition to the room rate.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM (front desk accepts arrivals until midnight); early check-in and late check-out are available for fees and subject to availability. The minimum check-in age is 21 and a photo ID and method of payment are required.
- Pets allowed: up to two dogs or cats per room (under 75 lbs), $20 pre-tax per pet, per night; register pets at the front desk
- No on-site parking; the hotel partners with a nearby LAZ Parking garage for validated self-park and valet options
- Arlo Midtown does not have a swimming pool; it offers a 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes and other equipment
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Urban Fee | $37 plus tax per room, per night; covers Wi‑Fi, fitness, Citi Bike passes, etc. |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 3pm; check-out noon; early/late options for fees |
| Pets | Two dogs/cats per room, $20/night fee, must be registered |
