Arlo Midtown

351 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018, New York, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Arlo Midtown is a 4-star, design-forward hotel set in a redbrick high-rise at 351 W 38th St in Midtown Manhattan. The property is positioned about a 5-minute walk from a subway station and roughly 11 minutes on foot from Times Square (738 m), placing major attractions within easy reach. Rooms are intentionally compact and understated, with Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minifridges; select rooms add rainfall showers, interconnecting bedrooms, city views, and/or furnished balconies or terraces. Suites include separate living areas for extra space. On-site options include a sleek restaurant/bar, a cafe, multiple lounges, and a rooftop bar with city views, with breakfast available. The surrounding area is convenient for walking to Bryant Park (945 m), the Empire State Building (1,062 m), the High Line (1,264 m), Rockefeller Center (1,316 m), and Grand Central Terminal (1,455 m).

Best for

This hotel suits travelers who want a stylish Midtown base within walking distance of Times Square, Bryant Park, and major museums and observation decks like Top of The Rock (1,276 m). It’s a strong fit for guests who value a lively on-site bar/rooftop scene and a cafe, while being comfortable with compact, efficiently designed rooms typical of dense city neighborhoods.

Travel tips

Plan to explore on foot: Times Square (738 m), the Empire State Building (1,062 m), the Intrepid Museum (1,177 m), and the High Line (1,264 m) are all walkable from the hotel. Because the hotel is a short walk from a subway station, it’s also convenient for reaching farther sights such as Central Park (3,812 m) and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (3,682 m) without needing a car. If you’re visiting in warmer months, ask about the seasonal loaner bikes for local rides.

What guests say

Guests most often highlight the Midtown location as a major advantage, describing it as convenient for exploring and feeling safe and accessible. Cleanliness and overall upkeep are repeatedly noted, along with friendly, attentive service from staff. The hotel’s atmosphere—especially the bar experience and drink selection—comes up as a positive, and some guests mention enjoyable views. Room size is a recurring point: reviewers characterize rooms as compact but practical for New York City stays, with showers also receiving favorable mentions.

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