Our honest verdict
A fun family choice if pool time and a colourful hotel atmosphere are part of the holiday. Compare the full cost and room occupancy carefully; this is a city hotel with a resort theme, not an all-inclusive beach resort.
Why Margaritaville Resort Times Square works for a New York winter trip
The hotel puts Times Square, Bryant Park and Broadway within a compact Midtown itinerary. Its tropical decor gives children a different experience from a standard business hotel, and a return to the room is straightforward when tired legs need a break. Rockefeller Center and Saks fit into a longer walk along Fifth Avenue; they are not immediately outside the hotel.
The official hotel website describes the sixth-floor outdoor pool as heated and open year-round, with families welcome. This can be a memorable winter extra, but open-air swimming still means cold air when leaving the water. Pool hours change seasonally: confirm access and the current schedule before promising children an evening swim. An outdoor pool should complement the city visit rather than determine every day’s plans.
Best for
Who should choose it?
Families who enjoy a lively theme, a pool break and short journeys to Midtown sights, provided the booked room fits every guest.
Consider first
The main trade-off
The hotel FAQ currently lists a mandatory resort fee of US$49.95 plus tax per night, with possible rate-plan exceptions. Breakfast normally costs extra. Check whether the fee is already included in the Booking.com total before adding it again; Times Square is a busy setting rather than a quiet residential base.
Location and winter itinerary fit
The address is 560 Seventh Avenue at West 40th Street, convenient for the Times Square–42nd Street subway area. Plan Bryant Park, Broadway and Times Square together, then allow walking time and a warm stop before continuing to Rockefeller Center or Saks.
A hotel is only well located when it reduces the journeys in your own itinerary. Group nearby sights into one day and count the complete door-to-door route for evening plans, including the outdoor walk, platform wait and final return after dinner or a show.
- Times Square
- Bryant Park
- Broadway theatres
- New York Public Library
Which room should you book?
Start by comparing the named two-double-bed room categories; double beds are not the same as two queen beds. The official FAQ also lists some connecting rooms and suites with a sleeper sofa, but these require specific confirmation. Rollaway beds are not available, so do not book a smaller room expecting to add one. Enter every child and age before comparing the permitted occupancy.
Enter the complete party—including every child and age—before comparing. Check bed type, maximum occupancy, floor area, view wording, breakfast, taxes and cancellation terms. Photographs may represent a different room category from the cheapest result.
Frequently asked questions
What to know before booking
Is Margaritaville Resort Times Square suitable for families?+
Yes, especially for families who like a playful hotel setting and a pool. Compare rooms with two double beds, confirm the maximum occupancy and include every child’s age in the search.
Can you swim here in winter?+
The official site advertises a heated outdoor pool open year-round and welcomes families. Hours vary seasonally; confirm the current schedule and any access restrictions for your stay.
What extra costs should I check?+
The official FAQ currently lists a US$49.95 resort fee plus tax per night, subject to certain rate-plan exceptions. Breakfast is normally extra. Use the final Booking.com breakdown to avoid counting an included fee twice.
Sources and editorial independence
Hotel details and image were checked against the official hotel website on October 18, 2026. Booking.com controls live availability, prices, room descriptions and cancellation terms; the final checkout is authoritative.
Official rooftop pool information
Official hotel FAQ: fees and family facilities
Official Margaritaville Resort Times Square website Current Booking.com listing
