Looking for an opinion so thanks in advance.

Given a choice between the JW Essex House and the Ren Times Sq which would be best for a special weekend where we will see Wicked on Friday night and probably do Il Mulino for dinner on Saturday night. Currently have reservations at the Ren but now thinking Essex House would be nicer. I think it would still be walking distance to the Gershwin. This is a points stay if that matters, but both are the same points for the stay.