Long Island City

Travel Guide

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A waterfront with high-rise buildings and a sign that reads 'LONG ISLAND.'
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A waterfront promenade with a view of the New York City skyline, including the Empire State Building and other high-rise buildings.
People walking along the East River Bay in Long Island City

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 Under The K Bridge Park.

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is P11,833 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P11,833
P16,613 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (256 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 8, 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 P10,764 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P10,764
P15,386 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7,320 reviews)
"Super convenient location, especially on rainy days, with direct access to Grand Central Station. The lobby is beautiful, and the elevators are quick and efficient. While the rooms are a bit outdated, they are still comfortable. Overall, it was a pleasant stay, and I would definitely return."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
The price is P12,226 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P12,226
P15,651 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,957 reviews)
"Close to Lincoln Center. Room was small and wall paper was peeling. Showering dripped randomly throughout the night."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Empire Hotel
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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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (361 reviews)
"The property was very nice and cozy for a family. The building is located in a back block that’s a bit desolate and check in was horrible. I received the wrong access codes which made check in a 90 min process."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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! (5,449 reviews)
"Always love my stay here!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Radio City Apartments
Placemakr Wall Street

Placemakr Wall Street

4 out of 5
110 Wall St New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (950 reviews)
"Great property. Nice quiet location in lower Manhattan right by Seaport and Wall Street (and subway). Room is basically an apartment (my one BR Gourmet had full kitchen and two full baths). Cool property with lots of great common areas. Great staff. Will stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Placemakr Wall Street
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Stay near popular Long Island City attractions

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MoMA PS1

7.6/10 (569 reviews)
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Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

P3,310
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
One World Observatory: Skip-the-Line Ticket

One World Observatory Tickets

P1,854
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
One World Observatory Tickets
Top of the Rock Timed Admission

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

P2,780
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

P3,587
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Tyrannosaurs rex skeleton in the American Museum of Natural History in New York

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

P2,249
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

P8,967
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
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New York

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Brooklyn

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Maspeth

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Sunnyside