Arlo SoHo
Best for travelers who want buzzy bars, rooftop skyline views and an affordable downtown base.
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Arlo SoHo vs Four Seasons Hotel New York
Arlo SoHo is a social-focused, midscale urban hotel in Lower Manhattan with multiple bars, a rooftop, and neighborhood energy; read this if you want a lively downtown base. Four Seasons Hotel New York is a high-profile five-star Midtown East luxury hotel; read this if you want classic full-service luxury and a central Midtown location.
Updated · about 4.0 km apart
Four Seasons Hotel New York
Best for travelers who want a traditional five-star Midtown address, large suites, and full-service hotel amenities.
Quick Verdict: Arlo SoHo vs Four Seasons Hotel New York
When Arlo SoHo wins: Choose Arlo SoHo if you want Lower Manhattan energy, multiple on-site casual bars and restaurants, an 11th-floor rooftop, and partner gym access instead of an expensive full-service luxury stay.
When Four Seasons Hotel New York wins: Choose the Four Seasons when you prioritize a central Midtown East location near 5th Avenue and Central Park, larger suite choices and the polished service and meeting/event spaces of a five-star flagship.
Bottom line: Arlo SoHo and Four Seasons serve different trips — Arlo SoHo is a social, neighborhood-driven option for downtown stays; Four Seasons is a traditional five-star Midtown choice for travelers who want fuller hotel services and signature suites.
Arlo SoHo vs Four Seasons Hotel New York – At a Glance
| Category | Arlo SoHo | Four Seasons Hotel New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Social, neighborhood-minded, casual to smart-casual | Formal five-star luxury, polished service |
| Location | Hudson Square / SoHo border in Lower Manhattan; close to Canal Street and local subway links | Midtown East on 57th Street, steps from 5th Avenue and a short walk to Central Park |
| Size (rooms) | About 322–325 rooms | 368 individually decorated guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All-ages property; primary guest must be 21+ to check in | All-ages; family-friendly and allows children (one child 17 or younger stays free with parent/guardian) |
| Pools | No swimming pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets: Lindens (seasonal Modern American), Foxtail (speakeasy), ART SoHo rooftop, SoHo Bodega, Library, Courtyard | One main restaurant (The Garden Restaurant listed) plus a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa; partner gym access (Gotham Gym) included via Urban Fee | Not published |
| Known for | Rooftop views, lively bars, neighborhood access to SoHo/Tribeca/West Village | Flagship Four Seasons luxury, Midtown location near Fifth Avenue and Central Park |
| Business / events | Many small studios and event spaces; rooftop events up to ~250; total meeting space listings vary | Large conference and meeting facilities (conference center, meeting rooms) with ~12,120 sq ft (1,126 m²) of conference space |
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in after 3:00 PM; check-out 12:00 PM | |
Location: Arlo SoHo vs Four Seasons Hotel New York
Arlo SoHo – Location
Arlo SoHo sits in Hudson Square on the border of SoHo, Tribeca and the West Village.
- Address: 231 Hudson Street; close to Canal Street subway links and local bike routes.
- Walking access to SoHo cast-iron architecture, Hudson River Park and local neighborhoods.
- Neighborhood focus: cafés, independent shops, nearby museums like the Children's Museum of the Arts.
Best for guests who want Lower Manhattan character and easy local walking/biking access.
Four Seasons Hotel New York – Location
Four Seasons Hotel New York is on 57th Street in Midtown East, steps from 5th Avenue.
- Address: 57 E 57th Street, just off Madison and 5th Avenues.
- Short walk to Central Park, Rockefeller Center, MoMA and high-end shopping on Madison/5th.
- Preferred airport in listing: LaGuardia (LGA); central Midtown access to city attractions.
Best for travelers who want a central Midtown base close to major shopping and Midtown attractions.
Rooms: layouts and size
Arlo SoHo – Rooms
Arlo SoHo offers compact, design-forward rooms with a few suite options.
- Room types include Bunk Room; (Courtyard) Room; (City) Room; Terrace Room; Room, Terrace; Room; Room (Bunk); and Suite (Arlo).
- Room count: about 322–325 rooms depending on source.
- Rooms emphasize efficient city living rather than large suite footprints.
Pick Arlo SoHo for smaller, modern rooms and an affordable downtown stay.
Four Seasons Hotel New York – Rooms
Four Seasons provides individually decorated guestrooms and a range of suites.
- Room types listed include Junior Suite City View King; Junior Suite Central Park View King; Manhattan Suite; Central Park Suite King with Terrace; and 2-bedroom suites.
- Total of 368 guestrooms, each described as individually decorated with premium bedding.
- Suites include multi-room configurations and some with terrace or Central Park views.
Choose Four Seasons for larger rooms and suite options, including Central Park–facing choices.
Dining & drinks: in-house options
Arlo SoHo – Dining & drinks
Arlo SoHo centers its social program around a handful of distinct venues.
- Lindens: seasonal Modern American restaurant serving breakfast, brunch and dinner (breakfast for a surcharge).
- Foxtail: speakeasy cocktail bar with raw bar plates and live jazz; ART SoHo: 11th-floor rooftop lounge with skyline views.
- SoHo Bodega: 24-hour grab-and-go coffee and snacks; additional casual lounges: Library and The Courtyard.
Arlo SoHo is the better pick if on-site bars and a rooftop scene matter to you.
Four Seasons Hotel New York – Dining & drinks
Four Seasons lists a main restaurant and a bar/lounge with 24-hour room service available.
- The Garden Restaurant is noted as the on-site restaurant, with cooked-to-order breakfasts available for a fee.
- A bar/lounge is available for drinks and the hotel offers 24-hour room service.
- Concierge can assist with restaurant reservations and private dining needs.
Four Seasons suits travelers who want formal dining and full-service in-room options.
Pools / signature amenity
Arlo SoHo – Pools / signature amenity
Arlo SoHo does not have a swimming pool; its rooftop is the signature public amenity.
- No on-site swimming pool; rooftop ART SoHo is the primary outdoor/skyline amenity.
- Urban Fee includes perks like Citi Bike passes and partner gym access instead of a hotel pool.
- Outdoor courtyard and rooftop used for seasonal events and private functions.
Expect no pool — plan around rooftop and neighborhood outdoor options.
Four Seasons Hotel New York – Pools / signature amenity
Four Seasons lists fitness facilities and recreation; specific pool details are not published in the supplier listing.
- Featured amenities include 24-hour fitness facilities and concierge services.
- Listing highlights large meeting and event spaces and limo/town car service availability.
- Supplier listing does not publish a pool detail.
The Four Seasons offers full-service hotel facilities; confirm pool or spa availability with the property directly.
Wellness & nightlife
Arlo SoHo – Wellness & nightlife
Arlo SoHo focuses on neighborhood nightlife and external fitness partnerships rather than an in-house spa.
- On-site nightlife: Foxtail speakeasy, ART SoHo rooftop, The Library and The Courtyard for evening drinks and events.
- No in-house spa; fitness access provided through a partner gym (Gotham Gym) included via Urban Fee.
- Weekly programming: live jazz at Foxtail and rooftop brunches/happy hours seasonally.
Arlo SoHo is ideal for guests who plan to socialize on-site and use partner fitness options.
Four Seasons Hotel New York – Wellness & nightlife
Four Seasons emphasizes classic hotel service and business-oriented wellness features.
- 24-hour fitness center cited in the supplier listing for on-demand workouts and fitness needs.
- Multilingual staff, concierge services and babysitting/childcare (surcharge) are offered.
- Supplier listing does not publish an on-site spa detail; verify treatment offerings with the hotel.
Four Seasons is better suited for travelers who want staffed wellness and concierge services; check spa details before booking.
Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style
Arlo SoHo
Arlo SoHo — rooftop ART SoHo, Foxtail speakeasy and multiple casual bars make it the better choice for on-site nightlife.
Four Seasons Hotel New York
Four Seasons Hotel New York — steps from 5th Avenue and a short walk to Central Park and Midtown attractions.
Four Seasons Hotel New York
Four Seasons Hotel New York — a longer list of named suites including Central Park Suite and Manhattan Suite.
Arlo SoHo
Arlo SoHo — closer to SoHo, Tribeca and independent neighborhood dining with an active local vibe.
Frequently asked questions
See all FAQs →Arlo SoHo vs Four Seasons Hotel New York: FAQs
Which hotel is better if I want rooftop drinks?
Arlo SoHo — it has ART SoHo, an 11th-floor indoor/outdoor rooftop lounge with skyline views and regular happy hours.
Which hotel is a better choice for being near Central Park?
Four Seasons Hotel New York — located on 57th Street a short walk from Central Park and Fifth Avenue.
Does Arlo SoHo have a pool or spa?
No — Arlo SoHo has no on-site pool or spa; fitness access is provided through a partner gym (Gotham Gym).
Are kids allowed at Four Seasons Hotel New York?
Yes — the supplier listing notes family-friendly policies, including one child 17 or younger staying free when using existing bedding.
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