
Virgin Hotels New York City
Best for rooftop drinking, nightlife, and a younger, social crowd.
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Virgin Hotels New York City is a modern NoMad stay with nightlife-forward rooftop venues and a seasonal pool—good for travelers who want lively bars, skyline views, and a full-service spa. The St. Regis New York is a classic Fifth Avenue five-star grand hotel with long-standing butler-service luxury—best for travelers who want traditional, formal luxury in midtown Manhattan.
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Best for rooftop drinking, nightlife, and a younger, social crowd.

Best for classic, formal luxury and traditional five-star service.
When Virgin Hotels New York City wins: pick Virgin if you want a social, scene-driven stay—rooftop bars (The Riff Raff Club, The Pool Club), seasonal rooftop pool access, and an active calendar of on-site events. Families and younger groups who value nightlife and a full-service spa will prefer Virgin.
When The St. Regis New York wins: choose The St. Regis for a more formal, legacy luxury experience in the center of midtown Manhattan—butler-included room types, a quieter Fifth Avenue address, and a long-established reputation for five-star service.
Bottom line: Virgin is the choice for lively rooftop-focused stays and spa/wellness amenities; The St. Regis is the safer pick for traditional, formal luxury in an iconic midtown location.
| Category | Virgin Hotels New York City | The St. Regis New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern, nightlife- and spa-focused; NoMad energy | Classic, formal Fifth Avenue grand hotel |
| Location | NoMad (1227 Broadway) near Penn Station, Empire State Building | Fifth Avenue (Two East 55th St) near Rockefeller Center and 5th Avenue |
| Size (guest rooms) | Approximately 460 Chambers and suites | 238 air-conditioned guestrooms |
| Building/height | 38-story tower with floor-to-ceiling windows | Classic midtown hotel building (historic Fifth Avenue address) |
| Pools | Seasonal fourth-floor rooftop pool deck (loungers, cabanas) | No pool |
| Restaurants & bars | Everdene (New American), El Cielo (Colombian fine dining), The Riff Raff Club, The Pool Club | 2 restaurants and 1 bar/lounge; room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Exhale Spa with hammam, dry sauna, snow room, Salt Room; 10 treatment rooms | Not published |
| Known for | Rooftop nightlife, seasonal pool club, Exhale Spa | Butler-service rooms; classic Fifth Avenue luxury |
| Family / age policy | Families welcome; guests must be 21+ to book/check in; Pool Club restricted 21+ after late morning | Adults and families welcome; standard check-in rules require ID (min age not published) |
| Business / events | Large flexible event spaces including The Loft, Great Room, Above Broadway (multiple capacities) | Significant meeting/conference facilities: 13 meeting rooms, ~3,944 sq ft conference space |
Virgin Hotels New York City sits at 1227 Broadway in NoMad, within easy walking distance of the Empire State Building, Penn Station, Madison Square Park and Herald Square.
Pick Virgin for a central NoMad base with buzzy restaurants and easy transit connections.
The St. Regis New York is on Two East 55th St, steps from 5th Avenue, Rockefeller Center and other midtown attractions.
Choose The St. Regis for a traditional midtown location that keeps you close to Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center.
Virgin’s inventory is framed as Chambers and suites with contemporary design and floor-to-ceiling windows across about 38 floors.
Virgin is for travelers who want modern rooms with skyline views and a variety of suite layouts.
The St. Regis offers traditionally furnished rooms and many suites that include butler service as part of the room type.
The St. Regis is the pick for travelers who value formal room service, butlers, and traditional suite layouts.
Virgin’s food-and-drink mix is rooftop-forward with multiple venues for day-to-night options.
Virgin suits guests who plan to socialize in rooftop bars, grab brunch, and enjoy a lively scene.
The St. Regis offers a more formal dining setup with two on-site restaurants and a single bar/lounge.
St. Regis is better for quieter, traditional dining and in-room butler or room service experiences.
Virgin features a seasonal rooftop pool deck with loungers, cabanas, skyline views and a Pool Club bar.
Virgin is the clear choice for travelers who want hotel pool time and daytime rooftop sun with city views.
The St. Regis listing does not publish a pool as an on-site amenity.
If an on-site pool is important, The St. Regis does not appear to offer that amenity.
Virgin combines a full-service Exhale Spa with a 24/7 fitness center and active nightlife venues on the roof.
Virgin mixes wellness with a social nightlife program—good for guests who want both spa treatments and late-night drinks.
The St. Regis emphasizes traditional luxury services—concierge, 24-hour front desk, and formal in-hotel services.
Choose The St. Regis for formal services, events, and a quieter, classic luxury rhythm rather than nightlife.

Virgin Hotels New York City — seasonal rooftop pool deck, loungers, cabanas, and a Pool Club bar.

The St. Regis New York — multiple room types and suites including butler-service options and a classic Fifth Avenue address.

Virgin Hotels New York City — Exhale Spa with hammam, snow room, Salt Room, and recovery day-pass options.

The St. Regis New York — extensive meeting rooms and 3,944 sq ft of conference space plus 13 meeting rooms.
Virgin Hotels New York City — rooftop bars (The Riff Raff Club, The Pool Club) and a late-night drinks program are core to its offering.
The St. Regis New York — its Fifth Avenue location and butler-service room types align with a traditional luxury celebration.
Yes — Virgin Hotels New York City has a seasonal rooftop pool deck. The St. Regis New York does not publish an on-site pool.
Virgin Hotels New York City welcomes families but enforces a 21+ check-in minimum and restricts Pool Club access to 21+ after late morning; The St. Regis welcomes guests of all ages (standard check-in policies apply).
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