
TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
Best for short airport stays, plane-spotting, midcentury design fans, and events tied to JFK.
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TWA Hotel at JFK Airport is a 512-room, retro-modern hotel built around the landmark 1962 TWA Flight Center and aimed at travelers who want instant airport access and a midcentury design experience. The New York EDITION is a 5-star, 271-room stylish luxury lifestyle hotel steps from Madison Square Park for travelers who want design-forward rooms and a central Flatiron address.
Updated · about 27.7 km apart

Best for short airport stays, plane-spotting, midcentury design fans, and events tied to JFK.

Best for Manhattan sightseeing, Flatiron/ Madison Square Park access, and a polished luxury stay with an on-site signature restaurant.
When TWA Hotel at JFK Airport wins: choose TWA if you need immediate access to JFK terminals, want a rooftop runway-view infinity pool or large event spaces, or prefer a themed, midcentury aviation setting.
When The New York EDITION wins: pick The New York EDITION if your priority is staying in Manhattan near Flatiron and Madison Square Park, preferring a smaller-scale luxury lifestyle property with on-site fine dining and spa treatment rooms.
Bottom line: TWA is the practical, design-forward choice for airport-adjacent stays and large events; The New York EDITION is the pick for a central Manhattan luxury experience and walkable access to Flatiron/ Fifth Avenue attractions.
| Category | TWA Hotel at JFK Airport | The New York EDITION |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Retro-modern, aviation-themed lifestyle hotel centered on the 1962 Flight Center | Stylish, design-led 5-star lifestyle hotel in the Flatiron/Madison Square Park area |
| Location | On-site at JFK Airport, connected to Terminal 5 via the AirTrain | 5 Madison Avenue, steps from Madison Square Park and Flatiron Building in Manhattan |
| Size (rooms) | 512 guestrooms | 271 air-conditioned rooms |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM ET, check-out 11:00 AM ET | |
| Pools / signature amenity | Heated rooftop infinity pool and 10,000 sq ft observation deck overlooking runways (year-round; pool hours and reservation rules apply) | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues including Paris Café by Jean-Georges, The Sunken Lounge, Connie Cocktail Lounge (inside a restored Lockheed Constellation), Pool Bar, Food Hall and Joe Coffee | The Clocktower restaurant plus 2 bars/lounges and 24-hour room service; Jean-Georges is not listed for this property |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa or salon; 10,000-sq-ft TWA Fitness gym with Peloton and yoga studio (complimentary for registered guests) | Spa treatment room(s) and on-site spa services available |
| Event & meeting space | About 50,000 sq ft across 45 flexible event rooms; Constellation Ballroom (7,000 sq ft) and multiple wedding/event venues | Conference space size (feet) - 2100; 5 meeting rooms |
| Pets | Pets allowed in rooms with a fee and rules (per-stay fees, weight limits, restricted areas) | Pets allowed (pet fee USD 250 per accommodation per stay listed in supplier fees) |
| Free WiFi | Free WiFi in rooms and public areas | |
TWA Hotel sits inside JFK and connects directly to Terminal 5 via the free AirTrain.
Pick TWA when proximity to JFK, quick terminal access, or runway views matter most.
The New York EDITION sits at 5 Madison Avenue, a short walk from Madison Square Park and the Flatiron Building.
Choose The New York EDITION for easy walking access to Flatiron and central Manhattan sights.
TWA Hotel has 512 guestrooms that lean into retro-modern design and runway views.
TWA emphasizes themed rooms and runway/historic views across a large room inventory.
The New York EDITION offers 271 air-conditioned rooms and a mix of studios, lofts and suites.
The EDITION is a smaller, city-centered luxury property with a range of room types and several named suites.
TWA Hotel provides a wide range of dining and drinking venues on-site, from full-service to grab-and-go.
TWA covers everything from sit-down chef-driven meals to quick bites without leaving the property.
The New York EDITION has a single on-site signature restaurant and multiple bars/lounges.
The EDITION focuses on refined restaurant and bar offerings in a compact city setting.
TWA Hotel’s standout amenity is its heated rooftop infinity pool with runway views and a large observation deck.
If runway-view swimming or plane watching is a priority, TWA’s rooftop pool is the defining feature.
The EDITION's supplier listing notes spa treatment rooms and fitness facilities but does not publish pool details.
The EDITION emphasizes spa and fitness offerings in the supplier data; pool details are not published in the supplied listing.
TWA has a very large fitness facility and several nightlife-style bars on site.
TWA is stronger on fitness and themed bars than on spa services.
The New York EDITION lists spa treatment rooms and has on-site spa services plus bars.
The EDITION balances a small spa program with bar/lounge options and central city nightlife access.

TWA Hotel — direct connection to Terminal 5 and free AirTrain access to all JFK terminals.

The New York EDITION — steps from Madison Square Park, Flatiron Building and Midtown walkability.

TWA Hotel — heated rooftop infinity pool and 10,000 sq ft observation deck overlooking JFK runways.

The New York EDITION — a smaller luxury property with The Clocktower restaurant, bars, spa treatment rooms and designer rooms.
TWA Hotel — it's on-site at JFK and connected to Terminal 5, making it the practical choice for terminal proximity and early departures.
The New York EDITION — it sits in the Flatiron/Madison Square Park area within easy walking distance of many Manhattan attractions.
Yes. TWA's heated rooftop infinity pool overlooks the runways; registered hotel guests get complimentary morning swim access, and non-hotel guests can buy day passes subject to seasonal pricing and reservation rules.
Yes — the supplier listing for The New York EDITION notes spa treatment room(s) and on-site spa services.
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