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Margaritaville Resort Times Square vs Lotte New York Palace

Margaritaville Resort Times Square is a playful, island‑themed 4‑star Midtown hotel with a year‑round heated rooftop pool and multiple bars — good for families and travelers who want a resort feel in the Theater District. Lotte New York Palace is a large 4.5‑star Madison Avenue landmark known for its scale and historic grandeur — read this if you prefer a classic luxury Midtown address and event facilities.

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Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Resortlike · Rooftop pool · Family‑friendly

Best for families and groups who want a resort vibe, rooftop pool access, and multiple casual bars without leaving Midtown.

Lotte New York Palace, New York, New York

Lotte New York Palace

Landmark scale · Historic grandeur · Large meeting facilities

Best for travelers who want a traditional, large Midtown landmark hotel with extensive meeting space and a full‑service spa.

Quick Verdict: Margaritaville Resort Times Square vs Lotte New York Palace

When Margaritaville Resort Times Square wins: choose Margaritaville if you want a younger, casual, island‑themed experience steps from Times Square with a year‑round heated rooftop pool, multiple on‑site bars, and family‑friendly policies.

When Lotte New York Palace wins: pick Lotte Palace if you need a landmark Madison Avenue address, larger room inventory, formal event and meeting facilities, and an on‑site full‑service spa in a more traditional luxury setting.

Bottom line: both are major Midtown hotels within easy walking distance of core attractions. Pick Margaritaville for a lively, resortlike stay and rooftop pool access; pick Lotte New York Palace for landmark scale, historic character, and fuller luxury hotel services.

Margaritaville Resort Times Square vs Lotte New York Palace – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Margaritaville Resort Times Square and Lotte New York Palace
CategoryMargaritaville Resort Times SquareLotte New York Palace
Overall vibePlayful, island‑themed, resortlikeLarge Midtown landmark with historic, formal tone
LocationTheater District/Times Square (560 7th Ave); steps to Broadway and subwayMadison Avenue (455 Madison Ave); close to Rockefeller Center and 5th Ave
Size (rooms)234 rooms across 32 floors909 guestrooms
Ages / audienceAll ages welcome; family‑friendly
Pools / signature amenityYear‑round heated rooftop pool (6th floor) with lifeguard, cabanas, poolside diningWheelchair‑accessible pool listed; other pool details Not published
Restaurants & barsMargaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar, LandShark Bar & Grill (poolside), 5 o'Clock Somewhere rooftop, License to Chill, Joe Merchant's cafeGold Room (restaurant), 1 bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe listed; room service (limited hours)
Spa & wellnessNo on‑site full spa; partners with nearby Oasis Day Spa; 24‑hour FINS UP! Fitness CenterFull‑service spa on site plus health club and steam room
Meeting & events15,500 sq ft meeting space; large venues including Margaritaville Restaurant for up to 500; rooftop event spacesConference center and multiple meeting rooms; extensive event facilities
Resort / mandatory feesMandatory resort fee ($49.95 plus tax per night) covering pool priority, bottled water, Wi‑Fi, fitness access, etc.Optional fees listed for breakfast and internet; resort fee Not published
Walking distance to Times SquareTimes Square is essentially outside the hotelAbout 0.6 mi (1 km) from Times Square per supplier listing

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Location: Theater District energy vs Madison Avenue formality

Margaritaville Resort Times Square – Location

Margaritaville sits in the Theater District with Times Square and Broadway practically outside the door.

  • Address: 560 7th Ave; immediate access to Times Square and multiple subway lines.
  • Short walks to Bryant Park, Madison Square Garden, and Macy’s/Hudson Yards transit connections.
  • Hop‑on hop‑off bus stop is directly outside the main entrance.

Pick Margaritaville if you want to be in the action of Times Square and the Theater District.

Lotte New York Palace – Location

Lotte New York Palace occupies a prominent Madison Avenue location close to Rockefeller Center and 5th Avenue.

  • Address: 455 Madison Ave; within a few blocks of Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and 5th Avenue shopping.
  • Supplier listing cites easy walking distance to MoMA, Radio City, Grand Central and Central Park.
  • Preferred airport noted as LaGuardia (LGA) in the supplier listing.

Choose Lotte Palace for a more formal Midtown location near Rockefeller Center and high‑end shopping.

Rooms: compact resort rooms vs large landmark inventory

Margaritaville Resort Times Square – Rooms

Margaritaville has 234 island‑inspired rooms across 32 floors with multiple room types and suites.

  • Room list includes Premium, Deluxe, Standard, Suite with Sofa bed, and accessible options.
  • Rooms emphasize casual, themed decor and streaming capabilities included in the resort fee.
  • Check‑in after 3:00 PM; check‑out by 12:00 PM (noon).

Margaritaville is a mid‑sized hotel with themed rooms geared to casual, family stays.

Lotte New York Palace – Rooms

Lotte New York Palace is a large property with 909 guestrooms including cathedral view rooms and multiple suites.

  • Room types listed include Cathedral View Room with King Bed, Tower rooms, Palace Studio Suite King, Signature Suite (Palace), and many accessible variants.
  • Guestrooms feature plasma televisions, designer toiletries, laptop safes and wired/wireless internet for a fee.
  • Check‑in policies may require government ID and a card for incidentals; minimum check‑in age listed as 21 in supplier policies.

Lotte Palace offers a broad range of room categories and larger suite options across a big inventory.

Dining & drinks: multiple casual bars vs single signature restaurant

Margaritaville Resort Times Square – Dining & drinks

Margaritaville emphasizes several on‑site, casual dining and bar options tied to its island theme.

  • Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar (two‑story, up to 468 seats) serves American/Caribbean food daily 7:00 AM–12:00 AM.
  • LandShark Bar & Grill (6th floor) provides poolside dining; 5 o'Clock Somewhere rooftop offers panoramic cocktails.
  • All outlets are open to hotel guests and the public; reservations encouraged at flagship venues.

If you want multiple casual bars and poolside dining within the hotel, Margaritaville is the simpler choice.

Lotte New York Palace – Dining & drinks

Lotte New York Palace lists Gold Room as its main restaurant plus a coffee shop/cafe and a single bar/lounge.

  • Gold Room is the featured dining option; a coffee shop/cafe is available for light bites and drinks.
  • Room service is available during limited hours per the supplier listing.
  • Lotte has fewer on‑site casual bars compared with Margaritaville but provides more formal dining and in‑room service options.

Lotte leans toward formal dining and quieter bars rather than multiple casual, themed outlets.

Pools / rooftop: a standout rooftop pool vs limited pool details

Margaritaville Resort Times Square – Pools / rooftop

Margaritaville promotes a year‑round heated rooftop pool on the 6th floor with lifeguard and cabanas.

  • Pool hours are seasonal and the pool is heated year‑round (8 AM–8 PM warm months; 10 AM–4:30 PM colder months).
  • Pool access is primarily for hotel guests; day passes/cabanas are available on select dates.
  • LandShark Bar & Grill offers poolside food and drink service.

Margaritaville's rooftop pool is a defining feature and one of the few rooftop pools in Times Square.

Lotte New York Palace – Pools / rooftop

Lotte's supplier listing indicates a wheelchair‑accessible pool exists but provides no extensive public details.

  • Pool is listed among amenities and flagged as wheelchair‑accessible in the supplier listing.
  • Supplier listing highlights other wellness facilities like a steam room and health club.
  • Specifics about pool location, hours, or cabanas are Not published in the supplier listing.

Lotte offers pool access per its listing, but detailed public information is limited compared with Margaritaville.

Wellness & nightlife: fitness and casual bars vs full spa and formal services

Margaritaville Resort Times Square – Wellness & nightlife

Margaritaville provides a 24‑hour FINS UP! Fitness Center and multiple casual bars for evening drinks.

  • Fitness center access is included with the resort fee and is available 24 hours.
  • Nightlife is primarily on‑site in the form of rooftop and lobby bars; the scene is casual and themed.
  • The resort partners with an off‑site spa (Oasis Day Spa) for treatments.

Margaritaville focuses on casual nightlife and convenient fitness rather than an on‑site full spa.

Lotte New York Palace – Wellness & nightlife

Lotte New York Palace lists a full‑service spa, health club and steam room as on‑site amenities.

  • Spa services (massages, body treatments, facials) are offered on site per the supplier listing.
  • Health club and steam room are available for guest use.
  • Lotte also lists concierge, limo/town car service, and babysitting as available services.

Lotte is the better pick for travelers who prioritize on‑site spa and formal wellness services.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for rooftop pool access
Colorful lounge seating with tropical artwork at Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Margaritaville — year‑round heated rooftop pool with cabanas, lifeguard, and poolside dining.

Best for landmark luxury
Lotte New York Palace, New York, New York

Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace — large historic property with extensive room choices, suites, and formal event spaces.

Best for families
Hotel reception desk with turquoise front and parrot artwork at Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Margaritaville — explicitly family‑friendly programming, kid‑friendly pool, and casual dining options.

Best for on‑site spa services
Lotte New York Palace, New York, New York

Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace — full‑service spa, health club and steam room listed on the supplier profile.

Frequently asked questions

Margaritaville Resort Times Square vs Lotte New York Palace: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to Times Square?

Margaritaville is in the Theater District with Times Square essentially outside the door; Lotte is about 0.6 mi (1 km) from Times Square per its supplier listing.

Which is better for families with kids?

Margaritaville is aimed at families — children of all ages welcome and the rooftop pool is promoted as family‑friendly.

Does Lotte New York Palace have a spa?

Yes — the supplier listing for Lotte New York Palace includes a full‑service spa with massages, body treatments and facials.

Are pool details comparable?

No — Margaritaville publishes detailed rooftop pool hours, lifeguard and cabana info; Lotte’s listing notes a wheelchair‑accessible pool but does not publish detailed pool hours or rooftop status.

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