Overview: Moxy Times Square vs. Moxy Chelsea

Moxy is Marriott’s playful, budget-friendly brand, and New York has several of them. Two are popular with visitors who want to be near the main sights without paying Midtown luxury prices. Moxy NYC Times Square is at 485 Seventh Avenue, at West 36th Street. Moxy NYC Chelsea is at 105 West 28th Street, between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. Both usually cost about $195 to $295 a night in slow weeks and $320 to $480 on busy weekends. Here is how they compare.

Location and Neighborhood

The Times Square hotel sits in the Garment District, just south of the Theater District and across from Penn Station and Macy’s. It is a five to ten minute walk to the bright lights of Times Square, but the immediate block is calmer. The Chelsea hotel sits in a quieter part of Chelsea, near the Flower District and the Flatiron area. It is a.

Getting Around by Subway

For Moxy Times Square, the closest stations are the 1, 2, 3, A, C and E at 34th Street–Penn Station, and the B, D, F, M, N, Q, R and W at 34th Street–Herald Square, both within a few minutes’ walk. For Moxy Chelsea, the 1 at 28th Street and Seventh Avenue and the N.

Rooms and Design

Moxy rooms are compact and designed for people who spend most of their time outside the room. Expect a comfortable bed, a modern bathroom, a small desk or shelf and bright, fun decor. Some rooms have bunk-style or double beds, and the layout is efficient. The two hotels share the same design language, so the.

Rooftops and Bars

Moxy hotels are known for lively lobby bars and rooftop spaces, and both New York hotels follow that idea. The Times Square hotel has a rooftop with views toward the Empire State Building, and the Chelsea hotel has its own bar and lounge areas, though specific venues and hours change. Rooftop access can be limited.

Service and Amenities

Service at both hotels is informal and efficient. Check-in is quick, and staff are friendly and relaxed. Fitness rooms are available, though details change. Neither hotel has a traditional concierge desk, so use your phone or ask the front desk for simple recommendations. If you need a quiet stay, ask for a higher floor away.

Who Should Book Which

The Times Square hotel suits travelers who want to be near Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, Macy’s and Broadway. It works well for first-time visitors and for people arriving by train. The Chelsea hotel suits travelers who prefer a quieter neighborhood and want to walk to the High Line, Chelsea Market and Flatiron. Both are.

Nearby Sights and What to Do

From the Times Square hotel, you can walk to the Empire State Building, Macy’s, Bryant Park and Times Square. From the Chelsea hotel, you can walk to Madison Square Park, the Flatiron Building, the High Line and Chelsea Market. Both are about a fifteen-minute walk from each other, so you can see both areas easily.

Prices and Booking Tips

Plan on about $195 to $295 a night in slower weeks, with higher rates on weekends, in October, and during the holiday season. Compare the final price after taxes and fees, since small hotel fees can add up. Book a refundable rate first, and check for Marriott Bonvoy member offers. The lowest prices usually appear.

Getting From the Airport

From JFK, take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station and then the E train to Penn Station, which is the closest stop to both hotels. From LaGuardia, the Q70 bus runs to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue, where the E, F, M, R and 7 trains continue into Manhattan. From Newark Airport, the AirTrain connects to NJ Transit.

Seasons and Timing

Both neighborhoods are busy year-round. Spring and fall are the best seasons for walking between Chelsea, Flatiron and Herald Square. Summer brings rooftop crowds, and December brings heavy foot traffic near Macy’s and Penn Station. Quiet weeks in January and February bring the lowest rates, and midweek is cheaper than weekends. Big events at Madison.

Questions Guests Ask

Guests often ask about room size. Moxy rooms are compact, so pack light and use the lobby for relaxing. They also ask about noise. Ask for a higher floor and a room away from the street and the bar.

Which One Should You Book?

Choose Moxy Times Square if you want to be close to Penn Station, Broadway and Midtown, with a rooftop bar and a lively lobby. Choose Moxy Chelsea if you want a calmer neighborhood, easy access to the High Line and a base near the Flatiron District. Both are good value choices, and both share the.

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