
Margaritaville Resort Times Square
Best for lively Midtown access, family stays, and a rooftop pool with skyline views.
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Margaritaville Resort Times Square is a 4-star, island-themed Midtown hotel with a year‑round heated rooftop pool and family-friendly programming—good for travelers who want an energetic, entertainment-led stay near Broadway. The Surrey A Corinthia Hotel is a 5-star Upper East Side property known for refined, residential luxury and easy access to Central Park and the city’s museum mile—best for travelers after quiet, polished rooms and a classic New York neighborhood.
Updated · about 1.8 miles (2.9 km) apart

Best for lively Midtown access, family stays, and a rooftop pool with skyline views.

Best for refined Upper East Side accommodations, proximity to Central Park and museums, and a quieter neighborhood feel.
When Margaritaville Resort Times Square wins: choose Margaritaville if you want to be in the Theater District/Times Square with quick access to Broadway, family-friendly facilities, an on-site year‑round rooftop pool, multiple casual dining options, and an energetic, themed atmosphere.
When The Surrey A Corinthia Hotel wins: choose The Surrey for a quieter, upscale Upper East Side location within easy walking distance of Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a small-house luxury scale, Frette sheets and pillowtop beds, and a full-service spa and concierge focus.
Bottom line: pick Margaritaville for Midtown energy, family-friendly amenities, and rooftop pool access; pick The Surrey for classic 5-star Upper East Side refinement and closeness to Central Park and the museums.
| Category | Margaritaville Resort Times Square | The Surrey A Corinthia Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Tropical, entertainment-led, high-energy Midtown resort | Refined, residential Upper East Side luxury |
| Location | 560 7th Ave — heart of Times Square/Theater District, steps from Broadway | 20 East 76th Street — Upper East Side, about a 5-minute walk to Central Park |
| Size | 234 rooms across 32 floors | 100 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; family-focused | All ages welcome (not adults-only); luxury hotel clientele |
| Pools / beach | Year-round heated rooftop pool (6th floor) with cabanas and lifeguard | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site outlets incl. Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar, LandShark Bar & Grill (poolside), 5 O'Clock Somewhere rooftop bar, License to Chill, Joe Merchant's coffee shop | Casa Tua (Italian) plus 24-hour room service and a bar/lounge |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site full spa; partners with nearby Oasis Day Spa; 24-hour FINS UP! Fitness Center | Full-service spa with massage and facial treatments; 24-hour fitness facilities |
| Known for | Rooftop pool, island-themed restaurants and bars, Times Square location | Frette Italian sheets, Central Park/museum proximity, refined service |
| Parking & transport | On-site self parking (fee); immediate access to many subway lines and Port Authority/Times Square transit hub | Covered and secured parking and valet (surcharge); limousine/town car service available |
| Pet policy | Pets allowed (one pet up to ~25 lb) with fee; pets not allowed at rooftop pool | Pet fee USD 275 per pet, per stay (service animals exempt) |
Margaritaville sits in the Theater District, steps from Times Square and Broadway.
Best if you want to stay in the neon, high-traffic center of Manhattan with easy transit links.
The Surrey is on East 76th Street in the Upper East Side, minutes from Central Park and the Met.
Best if you prefer a quieter, museum- and park-oriented neighborhood rather than Midtown bustle.
Margaritaville offers island-inspired rooms across multiple floor categories and suites.
Rooms lean casual and themed, set up for families and Midtown visitors.
The Surrey provides a smaller, classic luxury room offering with upscale bedding and designer toiletries.
Rooms prioritize refined materials, attentive service and a calm residential feel.
Margaritaville focuses on casual, island-inspired dining and multiple bars across floors.
Expect casual, themed menus and several lively bars across the property.
The Surrey highlights Italian dining at Casa Tua and an intimate bar/lounge experience.
Better for quieter, reservation-focused dining and classic restaurant service.
Margaritaville’s standout amenity is its rooftop pool and adjacent LandShark Bar & Grill.
If a rooftop pool in the heart of Manhattan matters, Margaritaville is the clear pick.
The Surrey’s signature advantage is its immediate walkability to Central Park and museum attractions.
If being steps from Central Park and the Met is your priority, The Surrey is better located.
Margaritaville mixes 24‑hour fitness access with rooftop nightlife and multiple bars.
Strong fitness access and peak nightlife options — better for active or social evenings.
The Surrey focuses on spa treatments, quiet evenings and discreet luxury service.
Choose The Surrey for spa-focused relaxation and quieter evenings near Central Park.

Margaritaville — family-friendly programming, kid-friendly rooftop pool rules, and suites with sofa beds.

The Surrey — immediate walk to Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art; a quieter neighborhood base.

Margaritaville — a year-round heated rooftop pool with lifeguard, cabanas and a poolside restaurant.

The Surrey — smaller scale, Frette sheets, designer toiletries and a full-service spa emphasize traditional luxury.
Margaritaville Resort Times Square — it sits in the Theater District and is steps from Broadway, Times Square and major subway lines.
The Surrey A Corinthia Hotel — it’s on the Upper East Side within a short walk to Central Park and the Met, with a quieter residential feel.
The Surrey has a full-service spa. Margaritaville does not operate an on-site spa but partners with a nearby day spa for treatments.
Yes. Margaritaville is explicitly family-focused; The Surrey welcomes guests of all ages though it leans toward adult-oriented luxury service.
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