
Moxy NYC Lower East Side
Best for downtown nightlife, rooftop cocktails, music and compact, design-forward rooms near LES attractions.
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Moxy NYC Lower East Side is a 303-room Marriott property on Bowery with nightlife-first dining and rooftop venues for younger, social travelers. New York Marriott Marquis is a large full-service Marriott in Times Square aimed at visitors who want a central Broadway/Times Square base and big meeting/event facilities.
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Best for downtown nightlife, rooftop cocktails, music and compact, design-forward rooms near LES attractions.

Best for staying in the heart of Times Square with large meeting space, multiple restaurants, and easy access to Broadway theatres.
When Moxy NYC Lower East Side wins: choose Moxy if you want downtown Lower East Side energy, Tao Group–curated nightlife (rooftop bar, subterranean nightclub, live-music lounge) and a smaller, more intimate hotel close to SoHo/Nolita/Chinatown.
When New York Marriott Marquis wins: pick the Marriott Marquis for maximum centrality to Times Square/Broadway, very large event and meeting capacity, multiple on-site dining options and extensive guestroom inventory for theatre- or conference-focused trips.
Bottom line: Moxy is the downtown, nightlife-focused Marriott for guests who want bars, late-night music and a compact, modern property; New York Marriott Marquis is the large, full-service city-center Marriott for guests who prioritize Times Square location and big meeting/restaurant options.
| Category | Moxy NYC Lower East Side | New York Marriott Marquis |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Nightlife-forward, compact, design-led LES hotel with rooftop and club venues | Large, busy full-service hotel in the middle of Times Square and the Broadway theatre district |
| Location | 145 Bowery — Lower East Side, close to Bowery and Grand St subway stations and LES attractions | 1535 Broadway — Times Square / Broadway, steps from theatres and Rockefeller Center |
| Size (rooms) | 303 rooms | 1,971 guestrooms (supplier listing notes 1971 guestrooms) |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; primary check-in guest must be 18+ | All ages welcome; primary check-in guest must be 21+ (supplier check-in min age: 21) |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Five Tao Group–curated venues including Sake No Hana (Japanese), The Highlight Room (rooftop), Loosie's (nightclub), Silver Lining (live music), The Fix (lobby café/bar) | Three restaurants, two coffee shops/cafes and two bars/lounges listed; room service and buffet breakfast available (fee) |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa; 24-hour fitness centre with Technogym, Peloton and weights | Not published |
| Known for | Rooftop bar and downtown nightlife (late-night club and live-music lounge) | Iconic Times Square location, Broadway access and extensive meeting/conference space |
| Event & meeting space | Over 13,000 sq ft across 9 event rooms; Highlight Room rooftop venue (capacity ~175) | Extensive conference center — 124,755 sq ft (48 meeting rooms) |
| Wi‑Fi | Free Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas | |
Moxy sits at 145 Bowery at the corner of Bowery and Broome, placing you in the Lower East Side near SoHo, Nolita and Chinatown.
Choose Moxy if you want LES nightlife and easy access to downtown neighborhoods.
New York Marriott Marquis is at 1535 Broadway in Times Square, steps from Broadway theatres and tourist sights.
Choose the Marriott Marquis for a central Times Square/Broadway base.
Moxy offers 303 guestrooms with a mix of city- and landmark-view options and compact, design-forward layouts.
Moxy’s rooms are smaller and design-focused — good for city stays where social spaces matter.
New York Marriott Marquis has a very large room inventory with many room types, including Times Square view rooms and family/connector options.
Marriott Marquis is better when you need a wide choice of room types and Times Square views.
Moxy places a heavy emphasis on on-site nightlife and curated dining by Tao Group Hospitality.
Moxy is a nightlife/dining destination in itself; good for late nights and curated restaurant experiences.
Marriott Marquis offers multiple restaurants, bars and coffee shops on-site, plus room service and buffet breakfast for a fee.
Marriott Marquis provides a wide on-site dining selection suited to larger groups and conference guests.
Moxy’s signature draw is its rooftop and nightlife program, concentrated within a compact property footprint.
Moxy’s venues appeal to guests who prioritize on-site nightlife and small-to-mid sized events.
Marriott Marquis’s standout is its scale: a huge conference center and dozens of meeting rooms.
Choose Marriott Marquis when event size and on-site meeting infrastructure matter most.
Moxy offers a 24-hour fitness centre and an active late-night program with bars and club nights.
Moxy combines comprehensive gym access with a strong nocturnal entertainment program — not a resort for pool or spa time.
Marriott Marquis lists a 24-hour fitness facility among amenities and provides extensive guest services.
Marriott Marquis supports active and business travelers with a gym and full-service hotel operations rather than a resort spa focus.

Moxy NYC Lower East Side — rooftop Highlight Room, Loosie's nightclub and live-music lounge make it the pick for late-night outings.

New York Marriott Marquis — steps from Broadway theatres and central Times Square location.

New York Marriott Marquis — extensive conference center and 48 meeting rooms for conventions and large gatherings.

Moxy NYC Lower East Side — a smaller, design-focused hotel close to LES attractions and nightlife.
Moxy NYC Lower East Side — it has multiple on-site nightlife venues including The Highlight Room rooftop and Loosie's nightclub.
New York Marriott Marquis — it’s located in Times Square within easy walking distance of many Broadway theatres.
Moxy does not have an on-site pool or spa. For New York Marriott Marquis the supplier listing does not publish a confirmed on-site spa or pool.
Both hotels accept guests of all ages, but the primary guest checking in must meet the minimum age requirement listed by each property (Moxy: 18+; Marriott Marquis: 21+ per supplier listing).
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