The 80-room Ramada Long Island City budget hotel is housed on a slightly gritty block in a residential Queens community. While there aren't many exciting sights nearby other than local businesses, Midtown Manhattan is a short train ride away, and the closest subway station is within three blocks. Both the decor of the lobby-slash-dining area and the rooms are simple and clean, yet both could use more space for added comfort. Certain rooms offer sweeping views of the New York City skyline. This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and newspapers, as well as a small fitness center. But nearby competitors like Hotel Vetiver and Red Roof Inn offer the same close proximity to the subway and airport with better decor, balconies, and breakfast options.
The 80-room Ramada Long Island City budget hotel is housed on a slightly gritty block in a residential Queens community. While there aren't many exciting sights nearby other than local businesses, Midtown Manhattan is a short train ride away, and the closest subway station is within three blocks. Both the decor of the lobby-slash-dining area and the rooms are simple and clean, yet both could use more space for added comfort. Certain rooms offer sweeping views of the New York City skyline. This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and newspapers, as well as a small fitness center. But nearby competitors like Hotel Vetiver and Red Roof Inn offer the same close proximity to the subway and airport with better decor, balconies, and breakfast options.
The Quality Inn Long Island City keeps it simple. Located within walking distance of the Queensboro Plaza subway station and bus lines, this Queens value hotel puts Manhattan within a 20-minute reach. Basic and generic-looking, the narrow building does show a bit of personality in the lobby, with its bold black-and-white checkered marble floors and curving gold chandeliers. Some of the rooms have whirlpools. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi and a continental breakfast, but there's no fitness center, on-site laundry, or free parking, and the business center consists of one computer, printer and fax crammed into a corner of the lobby. Be aware that noise from the nearby overhead train tracks might disturb light sleepers. Travelers might also want to check rates at the nearby Verve Hotel, which has a fitness facility.
The Quality Inn Long Island City keeps it simple. Located within walking distance of the Queensboro Plaza subway station and bus lines, this Queens value hotel puts Manhattan within a 20-minute reach. Basic and generic-looking, the narrow building does show a bit of personality in the lobby, with its bold black-and-white checkered marble floors and curving gold chandeliers. Some of the rooms have whirlpools. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi and a continental breakfast, but there's no fitness center, on-site laundry, or free parking, and the business center consists of one computer, printer and fax crammed into a corner of the lobby. Be aware that noise from the nearby overhead train tracks might disturb light sleepers. Travelers might also want to check rates at the nearby Verve Hotel, which has a fitness facility.
The 100-room La Quinta Inn is a practical choice for budget or business travelers who want to base themselves in Queens. Room rates are low, and some come with whirlpool hot tubs. Breakfast is free and there's on-site parking, making it a convenient choice for those with their own cars. However, the area is noisy and not particularly pleasant -- guests in town for sightseeing may prefer to fork out a bit of extra cash for a hotel in Manhattan, especially if they want to be within walking distance to attractions.
The 100-room La Quinta Inn is a practical choice for budget or business travelers who want to base themselves in Queens. Room rates are low, and some come with whirlpool hot tubs. Breakfast is free and there's on-site parking, making it a convenient choice for those with their own cars. However, the area is noisy and not particularly pleasant -- guests in town for sightseeing may prefer to fork out a bit of extra cash for a hotel in Manhattan, especially if they want to be within walking distance to attractions.
This branch of the popular Holiday Inn chain fulfills visitors’ brand expectations, with the added bonus of stunning skyline views from the up-and-coming (and budget-friendly) Queens neighborhood of Long Island City. Manhattan’s main tourist sights are easily accessible via seven nearby subway lines. All the staples of a mid-range chain -- comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi, a serviceable restaurant and a small fitness center -- are provided for a very attractive price.
This branch of the popular Holiday Inn chain fulfills visitors’ brand expectations, with the added bonus of stunning skyline views from the up-and-coming (and budget-friendly) Queens neighborhood of Long Island City. Manhattan’s main tourist sights are easily accessible via seven nearby subway lines. All the staples of a mid-range chain -- comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi, a serviceable restaurant and a small fitness center -- are provided for a very attractive price.
Location is the main reason to book a room at this well-maintained but somewhat cramped 80-room value hotel in Long Island City. The Red Lion Inn & Suites Long Island City is one block away from a major elevated subway station and one of the city's major public-transit hubs, and only two train stops from Times Square. It's one of the best bets for those who want to be near the heart of Manhattan while paying non-Manhattan hotel prices; just be prepared to stay on a desolate block in Queens, amidst construction sites.
Location is the main reason to book a room at this well-maintained but somewhat cramped 80-room value hotel in Long Island City. The Red Lion Inn & Suites Long Island City is one block away from a major elevated subway station and one of the city's major public-transit hubs, and only two train stops from Times Square. It's one of the best bets for those who want to be near the heart of Manhattan while paying non-Manhattan hotel prices; just be prepared to stay on a desolate block in Queens, amidst construction sites.
This lower-middle-range Best Western Plaza Hotel is in Queens, just two stops from Manhattan, making it a popular choice for tourists-in-the-know who don't mind sacrificing a little on location in order to save money on rates. On the edge of a little local development, the area can still feel a tad sketchy, particularly at night, though it's just two blocks from the subway. The 121 rooms are your basic, generic variety with mostly contemporary decor, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges. Rates include a decent breakfast buffet of hot and cold items and access to a small gym. There are also a small computer station and ATM in the lobby. It's a solid pick, but for a bit lower price tag and closer access to the subway, check out the nearby Comfort Inn.
This lower-middle-range Best Western Plaza Hotel is in Queens, just two stops from Manhattan, making it a popular choice for tourists-in-the-know who don't mind sacrificing a little on location in order to save money on rates. On the edge of a little local development, the area can still feel a tad sketchy, particularly at night, though it's just two blocks from the subway. The 121 rooms are your basic, generic variety with mostly contemporary decor, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges. Rates include a decent breakfast buffet of hot and cold items and access to a small gym. There are also a small computer station and ATM in the lobby. It's a solid pick, but for a bit lower price tag and closer access to the subway, check out the nearby Comfort Inn.