Long Island City, NY

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A waterfront with high-rise buildings and a sign that reads 'LONG ISLAND.'
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Where to stay in Long Island City

Find the best Long Island City areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Long Island City
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Hunters Point

If you're spending time in Hunters Point, check out sights like MoMA PS1 or Gantry Plaza State Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at 21 St. Station or 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station.

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Dutch Kills

When in Dutch Kills and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grand Central Terminal or 5th Avenue and hop on the metro to see more the city at 21 St. - Queensbridge Station or Queensboro Plaza Station.

Blissville

While there might not be top attractions in Blissville, you can explore the larger area and discover places like MoMA PS1 and 100 Sutton.

Capital Hotel

Capital Hotel

2 out of 5
38-26 11th Street Long Island City NY
The price is ￥21,892 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
￥21,892
￥26,459 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Long Island City. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,034 reviews)
"It was a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

Capital Hotel
ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ￥31,474 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥31,474
￥43,891 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,030 reviews)
"First night I was there room bathroom was way too small room 2411 , helpful staff did change my room but I had it done the next day , bed never got remade dispute leaving the card on the bed as instructed on card when entered room , other than that great hotel friendly staff and the taxi service ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is ￥42,553 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥42,553
￥56,602 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hyatt Grand Central New York
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Court Square Hotel Long Island City New York , Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

Court Square Hotel Long Island City New York , Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

3.5 out of 5
45-06 Pearson Street Long Island City NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Long Island City. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Grand Central Terminal and 5th Avenue are ...
7.4/10 Good! (502 reviews)
"This is not a typical hotel stay. They don’t clean the rooms or replace towels during the stay. Cleanliness was an issue when I checked in and while they did come address it, it was very delayed. I was also charged an extra $35 a day in fees that was not communicated, nor is in my receipt from hotel.com. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Court Square Hotel Long Island City New York , Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder
Radio City Apartments

Radio City Apartments

3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,652 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here a few times now and it’s never a disappointment. Spacious room, nice little kitchenette, and always very clean. My husband is also always very happy with how strong the a/c unit is, he’s a hot sleeper!"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Radio City Apartments
Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

4 out of 5
130 Duane Street New York NY
Book a stay at this boutique aparthotel in New York. Enjoy daily housekeeping and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the experience didn’t match the price. We found mold in the shower and had to flag down a cleaning crew in the hallway to have it addressed. Overall, the cleanliness of both the room and the hotel left a lot to be desired. Check-in was also disappointing. The person checking us in ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder
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Stay near popular Long Island City attractions

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MoMA PS1

7.6/10 (569 reviews)
Feel inspired, challenged and moved at one of the United States’ oldest and largest nonprofit contemporary art institutions, where experimental art flourishes.
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Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

￥6,765
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

￥6,457
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

￥6,409
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

￥4,783
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

￥6,765
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

￥5,082
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
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Cities near Long Island City

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New York

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Astoria

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Brooklyn

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Maspeth

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