
Arlo SoHo
Best for social, younger-minded travelers who want multiple on-site bars, rooftop skyline views, and a lively neighborhood base.
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Arlo SoHo is a relaxed, social mid-range hotel in Hudson Square with multiple bars, a rooftop and flexible workspaces; this guide is for travelers who want a lively Lower Manhattan base. Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York is a glamorous five-star property near MoMA and Fifth Avenue; read on if you’re deciding between standout Midtown luxury and a more casual SoHo scene.
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Best for social, younger-minded travelers who want multiple on-site bars, rooftop skyline views, and a lively neighborhood base.

Best for travelers seeking formal five-star luxury with a full-service spa, indoor pool and a high-end branded experience.
When Arlo SoHo wins: choose Arlo SoHo if you want a neighborhood stay in Hudson Square/SoHo with several casual dining and bar options on site, an active rooftop, lower-key service and easier access to Lower Manhattan attractions.
When Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York wins: pick Baccarat if you prioritize classic five-star amenities — a full-service spa, indoor pool, formal restaurant and concierge-driven luxury in Midtown near MoMA and Fifth Avenue.
Bottom line: Arlo SoHo is the social, design-forward choice for a relaxed Lower Manhattan stay; Baccarat is the choice for formal luxury, pampering and a central Midtown location close to major cultural sites.
| Category | Arlo SoHo | Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Relaxed, social, multi-venue urban hotel | Formal, glamorous five-star luxury |
| Location (neighborhood) | Hudson Square bordering SoHo, Tribeca and West Village (231 Hudson St) | Midtown Manhattan near MoMA and 5th Avenue (28 West 53rd Street) |
| Size (rooms) | 322–325 rooms (sources vary) | 114 guestrooms |
| Ages / guest policy | Family-friendly; primary check-in guest must be 21; under-21s allowed if accompanied | |
| Pools | No swimming pool on site | Indoor pool (1) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues: Lindens, Foxtail, ART SoHo rooftop, SoHo Bodega, Library, Courtyard | One restaurant (Grand Salon) and one bar/lounge listed |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa; partner gym (Gotham Gym) access included via Urban Fee | Full-service spa with treatments, sauna and steam facilities |
| Known for | Rooftop views, active nightlife and multiple event spaces | Baccarat branding, elegant interiors, proximity to MoMA and Rockefeller Center |
| Event & wedding capacity | Multiple event spaces (10 venues, rooftop capacity up to 250) and flexible meeting rooms | Meeting rooms and event services (number of meeting rooms listed as 1 in supplier listing) |
| On-site parking / transport services | No on-site parking; nearby self-park options; complimentary Citi Bike passes via Urban Fee | Covered parking and limo/town car service available (surcharge) |
Arlo SoHo sits at 231 Hudson Street on the edge of SoHo, Tribeca and the West Village, with easy subway and bike access.
Choose Arlo SoHo for a Lower Manhattan neighborhood base with easy access to nightlife, galleries and waterfront paths.
Baccarat is in Midtown at 28 West 53rd Street, steps from the Museum of Modern Art and Fifth Avenue shopping.
Baccarat is the practical choice if you want to be in the Midtown cultural and shopping corridor.
Arlo SoHo has a large room count with compact, design-forward room types and several bunk/terrace options.
Arlo’s rooms are varied and practical, aimed at city stays where public spaces and rooftop are part of the draw.
Baccarat lists classic and suite options with luxury touches in a smaller property of 114 guestrooms.
Baccarat’s rooms are fewer and positioned for high-end comfort and service.
Arlo SoHo emphasizes multiple casual and lively F&B outlets across the property.
Arlo is a multi-venue hotel good for groups, nights out and casual bites at varied hours.
Baccarat provides a more formal, restaurant-led dining approach with French-influenced cuisine.
Baccarat suits travelers who prefer a formal dining experience and classic hotel service.
Arlo SoHo does not have a swimming pool; its signature amenity is the 11th-floor rooftop and multiple social spaces.
Arlo’s rooftop and multiple bars are the hotel’s primary attractions rather than pool or spa facilities.
Baccarat’s signature amenities include a full-service spa and an indoor pool.
Baccarat is better if an indoor pool and dedicated spa treatments are important to your stay.
Arlo combines partner fitness access with a lively nightlife program on-site.
Pick Arlo for an active, social scene plus flexible fitness through partners and programming.
Baccarat focuses on formal wellness and quieter, upscale evening service.
Baccarat is the choice for understated evenings and full-service wellness offerings.

Arlo SoHo — multiple bars, a rooftop and regular live-music programming make it the livelier pick.

Baccarat Hotel — full-service spa and an indoor pool offer proper pampering not available at Arlo.

Baccarat — steps from MoMA, Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue shopping.

Arlo SoHo — located in Hudson Square with easy subway and bike access to SoHo, Tribeca and the West Village.
Baccarat is closer to Midtown theaters, MoMA and Fifth Avenue; Arlo SoHo is in Lower Manhattan and farther from Midtown attractions.
Baccarat lists a full-service spa and an indoor pool; Arlo SoHo does not have an on-site pool or spa.
No — both properties accommodate guests of all ages; Arlo SoHo requires the primary check-in guest to be 21 or older.
Arlo SoHo — with several bars, a rooftop and late-night venues, it’s better suited to social evenings and groups.
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