Hampton Bays

Travel Guide

Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach

Travel east from New York City to enjoy the beaches and amenities of this small town on the southern coast of Long Island.

Hampton Bays is one of 18 hamlets in the Long Island town of Southampton. Its location between Shinnecock Bay and Great Peconic Bay provides many opportunities for water sports. Relax on the beaches or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard to get some exercise on the water. Wander through the town to enjoy shopping and dining.

Drive south along the new Ponquogue Bridge to cross Shinnecock Bay and reach the sandy shoreline of Ponquogue Beach along the Atlantic Ocean. This 600-foot-long (180-meter) beach is one of the most popular on Long Island. Stop at Edward J. Warner Sr. Old Ponquogue Bridge Marine Park near the new bridge to use the boat launch, go fishing or do some scuba diving.

Meschutt Beach County Park offers an inland shoreline along Great Peconic Bay near Shinnecock Canal. The park has picnicking, showers, restrooms and a playground, along with access to swimming, sailing and windsurfing on the water.

Rent a bicycle and ride through Hampton Bays to admire the large modern homes and gardens, typical of the comfortable and sometimes lavish lifestyle in “The Hamptons.” Take a yoga class and enjoy fine dining. Hampton Bays was established in the mid-1700s. Visit the many antique shops throughout the area to look for treasures from Southampton’s early days.

See some of the historic sites of Hampton Bays, including Canoe Place Chapel, Prosper King House, Ellis Squires Sr. House, Lyzon Hat Shop and the Tiana Life Saving Station. Look for old headstones in Hubbard Cemetery and Fournier Cemetery.

Drive to Hampton Bays in about 2 hours from Manhattan. Find accommodations in country inns, convenient motels or high-end resorts in and around the town. Visit some of Southampton’s other hamlets, such as Bridgehampton, Quogue and Tuckahoe.

Bayview Resort

Bayview Resort

2.5 out of 5
53 West Tiana Road, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is P12,054 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
P12,054
P13,771 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
"Nice rooms and kind, helpful staff. Continental breakfast is a great perk!"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Bayview Resort
 Hampton's Vacation Inn

Hampton's Vacation Inn

2.5 out of 5
177 West Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is P13,534 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P13,534
P15,463 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Regal UA Hampton Bays ...
9/10 Wonderful! (298 reviews)
"Property maintain nice and very clean and private."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Hampton's Vacation Inn
The Hampton Maid

The Hampton Maid

2.5 out of 5
259 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (371 reviews)
"Perfect location. Loved having a little cottage to ourselves."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

The Hampton Maid
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.
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

4 out of 5
239 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Cooper's Beach and Meschutt Beach are ...
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences
Cliffside Resort Condominiums

Cliffside Resort Condominiums

3 out of 5
61475 Route 48 (North Road), Greenport, NY
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Greenport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Railroad Museum of Long Island and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)
"Our original room smelled terribly of cigarette smoke, but they fixed it immediately! Clearly the previous guess had not abided by the rules and onsite staff was great!"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Cliffside Resort Condominiums
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.

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