
Casa Cipriani New York
Best for travelers who prioritize a landmark waterfront setting, Cipriani dining and private-club access in Lower Manhattan.
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Casa Cipriani New York converts a landmark Beaux-Arts ferry terminal into a polished, waterside Cipriani hotel and private club ideal for travelers who want Lower Manhattan waterfront access and Cipriani dining. Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York is a crystal-branded, theatrical luxury property in Midtown for travelers who want central Midtown access near MoMA and Rockefeller Center with a jewel-box aesthetic.
Updated · about 6.0 km apart

Best for travelers who prioritize a landmark waterfront setting, Cipriani dining and private-club access in Lower Manhattan.

Best for travelers who want Midtown sightseeing on foot and a theatrical, crystal-themed luxury experience with an indoor pool and full-service spa.
When Casa Cipriani New York wins: choose Casa Cipriani if you want to stay in a restored landmark ferry terminal at the southern tip of Manhattan, prefer waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge views, and value on-site Cipriani restaurants, private-club spaces and large event venues.
When Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York wins: pick Baccarat when you want a central Midtown base within a few minutes' walk of MoMA and Rockefeller Center, or if an indoor pool, full-service spa and a compact, theatrical luxury design are priorities.
Bottom line: both are high-end, glamorous Manhattan hotels but they serve different itineraries — Casa Cipriani centers on waterfront, Cipriani-branded hospitality and members' club energy in Lower Manhattan; Baccarat centers on Midtown sightseeing, crystal-themed interiors and classic hotel spa/pool facilities.
| Category | Casa Cipriani New York | Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Members' club + boutique luxury in a restored Beaux-Arts ferry terminal; maritime, formal Cipriani style | Crystal-branded, theatrical Midtown luxury with a jewel-box feel and polished service |
| Location | 10 South St, Lower Manhattan — waterfront, near Battery Park and ferry terminals | 28 West 53rd Street, Midtown — steps from MoMA and Rockefeller Center |
| Size (rooms) | 47 rooms and suites | 114 guestrooms |
| Audience / age policy | Adults allowed; primary guest must meet a minimum check-in age (varies by source) | All ages allowed; property is not adults-only (per supplier listing) |
| Pools | Rooftop pool reported for the members' club (status/access described in sources as recently added or limited to club/members) | Indoor pool (listed in supplier amenities) |
| Restaurants & bars | The Restaurant, East Terrace, Promenade Lounge, Jazz Café + club dining (Cipriani cuisine) | Grand Salon (French dining), bar/lounge and room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Casa Cipriani with eucalyptus steam room, red-light sauna, cryotherapy, treatments and 24-hour key-card fitness access | Full-service spa with massages and facials, sauna, steam room and fitness center |
| Known for | Landmarked Battery Maritime Building setting and Cipriani private-club atmosphere | Baccarat crystal identity, proximity to major Midtown cultural sites |
| Event space | Extensive event spaces (Great Hall, Loggia, multiple concourses) totaling roughly 20,000 sq ft and large capacities | Meeting rooms and one meeting space listed (number of meeting rooms: 1 in supplier listing) |
| Nearby highlights | Battery Park, ferry access to Governors Island, Staten Island/Statue of Liberty ferries and Wall Street | Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, 5th Avenue and Central Park a short walk away |
Casa Cipriani sits at the southern tip of Manhattan inside the Battery Maritime Building, with direct access to harbor ferries and Battery Park.
Choose Casa Cipriani for waterfront access and a Lower Manhattan base near ferry departures.
Baccarat Hotel is in Midtown, minutes on foot from MoMA and Rockefeller Center.
Pick Baccarat for a Midtown location that makes museums and Rockefeller Center easily walkable.
Casa Cipriani offers 47 rooms and suites with interiors by Thierry Despont and maritime-inspired styling.
Rooms are fewer and more club-integrated at Casa Cipriani; expect a boutique, members' club feel.
Baccarat has 114 guestrooms, including atelier-style rooms and several suite categories.
Baccarat offers more rooms and standard full-service hotel room amenities for Midtown stays.
Casa Cipriani centers its dining around Cipriani Italian cuisine delivered across formal and terrace venues.
If Cipriani Italian dining and terrace views matter, Casa Cipriani leads.
Baccarat's Grand Salon serves French cuisine; the hotel also offers bar/lounge service and room service.
Baccarat suits travelers wanting classic hotel dining and a central Midtown restaurant option.
Casa Cipriani's pool offering is tied to the members' club and has been reported as a new rooftop pool with harbor views; access and status are described differently across sources.
Expect a rooftop pool related to the club, but confirm access and availability before booking.
Baccarat lists an indoor pool as a guest amenity alongside a sauna and steam room.
Baccarat provides a conventional hotel indoor pool and spa set-up that's easy to access as a guest.
Casa Cipriani combines a wellness program with club nightlife such as the Jazz Café and terrace bars.
Casa Cipriani pairs an extensive wellness program with club-style evening entertainment.
Baccarat offers a full-service spa, fitness center and more conventional hotel nightlife/dining.
Baccarat suits travelers who want a classic hotel spa and polished bar/lounge evenings in Midtown.

Casa Cipriani — immediate access to Battery Park, harbor ferries and waterfront terraces with East River/Brooklyn Bridge views.

Baccarat — steps from MoMA, Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue attractions.

Casa Cipriani — Cipriani restaurants, Promenade Lounge and Jazz Café inside a members' club environment.

Baccarat — indoor pool plus full-service spa, sauna and steam room listed in supplier amenities.
Baccarat is better for Midtown sightseeing — MoMA, Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue are a short walk away.
Sources conflict: several recent reports describe a rooftop members' pool, but earlier listings said there was no guest pool. Confirm pool access and whether it's members-only with the hotel before booking.
Yes — both Casa Cipriani and Baccarat have spa facilities; Casa Cipriani emphasizes an extensive wellness program tied to its club, while Baccarat lists a full-service spa and treatment rooms.
Casa Cipriani has extensive event spaces (Great Hall, Loggia and more) and large capacities making it a stronger choice for big events.
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