
Roxy Hotel New York
Best for nightlife, on-site live music, and a downtown cultural scene.
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Roxy Hotel New York is a 4.5-star downtown boutique hotel for travelers who want live jazz, late-night bars, and a SoHo/Tribeca location. Mandarin Oriental, New York is a 5-star Columbus Circle luxury hotel for guests who prioritize skyline and Central Park views and a full-service spa.
Updated · about 5.6 km apart

Best for nightlife, on-site live music, and a downtown cultural scene.

Best for luxury rooms with river/park views, a full-service spa, and a central uptown location.
When Roxy Hotel New York wins: pick the Roxy if you want late-night live jazz, multiple on-site dining/drink venues, an arthouse cinema, and a downtown SoHo/Tribeca base that’s walkable to Lower Manhattan sights.
When Mandarin Oriental, New York wins: choose the Mandarin if you want a large luxury hotel with Central Park and Hudson River views, a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a more formal, high-end service experience near Lincoln Center and Columbus Circle.
Bottom line: Both deliver upscale Manhattan stays but serve different needs — Roxy for downtown culture and nightlife, Mandarin Oriental for elevated views, spa amenities, and a Central Park-adjacent location.
| Category | Roxy Hotel New York | Mandarin Oriental, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Boutique downtown, lively, music-and-entertainment focused | Large luxury, formal service, view-forward |
| Location | SoHo / TriBeCa border (2 Avenue of the Americas) | Columbus Circle at 60th Street (80 Columbus Circle) |
| Size (rooms) | 201 rooms | 244 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 | All ages welcome (adults-only: false) |
| Pools | No swimming pool on site (9-ft billiards table in lobby) | Indoor pool available |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues: Roxy Bar, The Django, The Oyster Bar, Roxy Café | Number of restaurants - 1; bars/lounges - 2 |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; on-site hair/beauty salon and partner spa options nearby | Full-service spa with treatments, health club and sauna |
| Known for | Live jazz, nightlife, arthouse cinema, event spaces | Skyline/Central Park views, luxury service, spa |
| Parking | Valet parking on site ($85–$95/night typical) | Valet parking (surcharge) |
| Free Wi‑Fi | Complimentary high-speed 20MB Wi‑Fi (paid upgrade available) | Free WiFi (complimentary wireless internet access) |
Roxy Hotel New York sits at the SoHo–TriBeCa border and places you within easy walking or bicycling distance of downtown attractions.
Choose Roxy for a downtown base that’s ideal for exploring Lower Manhattan on foot or by bike.
Mandarin Oriental, New York sits at Columbus Circle, steps from Central Park, Lincoln Center, and uptown cultural destinations.
Choose Mandarin Oriental for direct access to Central Park and a more uptown, cultural itinerary.
Roxy’s 201 rooms and suites favor boutique layouts and local touches.
Roxy’s rooms are stylish and intimate—best if you want character and proximity to nightlife.
Mandarin Oriental’s 244 guestrooms include multiple view-driven room categories and larger suites.
Mandarin Oriental suits travelers seeking larger rooms or suites and skyline/park views.
Roxy’s on-site dining and nightlife are central to its character.
Roxy is the choice for guests who prioritize vibrant evenings, live music, and multiple on-site venues.
Mandarin Oriental has fewer on-site outlets but leans toward formal, high-end dining and lounges.
Mandarin Oriental fits travelers who prefer quieter, upscale dining and lounges with room service available.
Roxy does not have a swimming pool; its social amenities focus on nightlife and cinema.
Roxy’s signature draw is entertainment, not pool or swim facilities.
Mandarin Oriental lists an indoor pool and a full-service spa as key guest amenities.
Mandarin Oriental is the pick for travelers who want an on-site pool and a comprehensive spa program.
Roxy blends a hair/beauty salon and 24-hour fitness with extensive nightlife options.
Roxy is best when you want nightlife and convenient grooming/fitness services in-house.
Mandarin Oriental emphasizes spa-based wellness and more restrained evening venues.
Mandarin Oriental suits travelers prioritizing spa treatments, fitness, and more subdued evenings.

Roxy Hotel New York — multiple nightly live-music venues including The Django and an active bar scene.

Mandarin Oriental, New York — full-service spa and an indoor pool with sauna and fitness facilities.

Roxy Hotel New York — positioned on the SoHo/Tribeca border with easy access to Lower Manhattan sights and seasonal loaner bikes.

Mandarin Oriental, New York — rooms explicitly marketed for Hudson River or Central Park views and a Columbus Circle address.
Roxy Hotel New York — it has multiple late-night venues, live jazz nightly at The Django, DJs at Roxy Bar, and late dining options.
Mandarin Oriental, New York — supplier listing and hotel materials list an indoor pool plus a full-service spa; Roxy has no swimming pool and offers a salon instead.
No — both properties welcome guests of all ages. Roxy does require the primary check-in adult to be at least 21.
Mandarin Oriental — it’s directly at Columbus Circle and steps from Central Park; Roxy is downtown near SoHo/Tribeca.
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