Across the East River from Manhattan lies the largest island found on the United States east coast. Long Island extends some 110 miles in length and is approximately 20 miles wide. With Queens and Brooklyn on its western edge and the famous Hamptons and Montauk Point to the east, Long Island is able to sustain an ever growing tourism industry. Hotels in Long Island are numerous, and throughout the island you will find accommodations of all sorts. While you can find plenty of comfortable enough chain hotels near the west end of the island, the following are some suggestions for Long Island hotels with a little bit extra.

The Hilton Long Island is a good choice for full-service hotels in Long Island New York , as it enjoys a central location on the island. Just south of the Long Island Expressway and Interstate 495, you can easily access the joys of the city, such as Times Square and Central Park , or have the options to head east to the Hamptons or south to the renowned Jones Beach State Park. All the best attractions of New York City and Long Island are within reach. The Hilton Long Island offers 304 recently renovated guest rooms, 24 of which are suites. Each guest room features signature bedding, high-speed internet connections, spacious bathrooms, top bath products, “on-command” television and entertainment features, and weekday newspapers. Room service can be enjoyed between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m., just in case you are too cozy to make it to the hotel’s Bar & Grill. Outside of the rooms, guests can also enjoy breakfast or lunch at the café located in the hotel atrium. Among the property’s other features are two swimming pools, lighted tennis courts, a modern fitness center, and 30,000 square feet of meeting space. Get the big city feel in a rural environment at this luxurious choice for Long Island hotels.

Just 20 miles from New York City rests one of the more historic and premier Long Island New York hotels. Originally opened in 1874, the Garden City Hotel was re-invented in 1901, quickly gaining a list of prominent guests. The existing Garden City Hotel was built in the 1980"s, and the tradition of elegance and service continues. This first-class choice for Long Island hotels offers 280 spacious guest rooms, 16 suites and 4 penthouse suites. Each room is elegantly decorated and rich in amenities, from custom bath towels and high-quality toiletries, to wireless internet and premium television options. In-room dining is possible around the clock at the Garden City Hotel and the hotel’s restaurants and lounge serve up first-class menus. The hotel’s Polo Restaurant alone could suffice for all your meals, earning the top spot on Zagat’s best restaurant on Long Island list. The Garden City Hotel is more than prepared to host meetings, conferences, special events and weddings, offering top facilities for any occasion. Other property amenities include an indoor pool and fitness center. While not cheap, the Garden City Hotel’s rates are comfortably priced relative to hotels in this class range. The Garden City Hotel is located at 45 Seventh Street in Garden City.

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For high comfort and luxury at a good price, it’s hard to beat the Sheraton Long Island Hotel, found at 110 Motor Parkway in the town of Hauppauge. The hotel’s central location on the island makes for convenient trips to the various Long Island attractions and Manhattan is just 45 minutes away. Catch a Broadway show or visit Rockefeller Center one day, and head out to Montauk the next. The Sheraton Long Island has 209 spacious guest rooms that provide a list of amenities. Each room features a large desk, cable television, high-speed internet access (extra fee), a private balcony, a refrigerator and signature Sheraton beds. Outside the rooms, guests can dine at the Fountain Grille, or enjoy a drink at the Piano Bar or in the Spritz Lounge. Relaxation can be found at the hotel’s indoor pool, and you can soothe tired muscles in the whirlpool. If you are looking to burn some calories, you can get a workout in at the hotel fitness center and follow it up with a cleansing steam bath. Offering excellent service, comfortable rooms and a great location, the Sheraton Long Island is a rewarding choice among the hotels in Long Island New York.

Part bed and breakfast, part hotel, The Inn at Quogue is a wonderful alternative to the chain-style Long Island New York hotels. Located on the eastern part of the island, near the Hamptons, the village of Quogue is an ideal place to get away from it all. Among the inn’s seven buildings are The Main House and the Peconic House. Both of these historic edifices were built over 200 years ago. The Inn at Quogue offers 70 uniquely decorated guest rooms that have a homey feel. Each room is equipped with a television and a telephone, and since the rooms are not overflowing with a bunch of extra amenities, the rates are rather agreeable. As with most Long Island hotels, summer is when you pay the most. For groups that need a little extra space, you might try to book the three-bedroom Large Cottage. The Inn at Quogue is a welcome place to host your Long Island wedding, and is prepared to accommodate conferences and meetings. Among the hotel’s facilities is a refreshing pool and the happening Q Restaurant, which is becoming a bit of a hangout spot in the Hamptons. This charming choice for Long Island Hotels is located at 47-52 Quogue Street in Quogue Village, just minutes from area shopping, dining, golf, fishing and beaches.