Every hotel on this list sits inside Long Island City's boundaries, from the waterfront blocks near Vernon Boulevard to the transit hub around Court Square. Rankings follow a fixed sequence: verified sustainability certifications first, then star rating, then average guest review score, with alphabetical order as the final tiebreaker. The mix covers mid-range and upscale options so you can find a fit regardless of budget.
How we ranked these Long Island City hotels
Sustainability certification came first. Hotels holding a verified property-level credential from Green Key, LEED, or an equivalent body ranked above those without one, regardless of star rating. Within the same certification tier, higher star ratings moved a hotel up. Where star ratings matched, higher average guest review scores (sourced from Booking.com and Google as of early 2026) broke the tie. Alphabetical order resolved any remaining draws.
Amenities appear only when confirmed on the hotel's official website or a major OTA as of 2026. If a claim could not be verified for the specific property, it was cut. Sustainability certifications follow the same rule: brand-level programs do not count unless the individual property appears in the certifying body's public registry.
Long Island City hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Sustainability | Nearest Subway | Walk to Subway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boro Hotel | 4 | None verified | 36th Ave (N/W) | 4 min |
| Courtyard by Marriott Long Island City/New York | 3 | None verified | Court Square (E/M/G/7) | 3 min |
| Hyatt Place Long Island City/New York City | 3 | None verified | Court Square (E/M/G/7) | 5 min |
| Ravel Hotel | 4 | None verified | Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave (7) | 6 min |
| TownePlace Suites by Marriott Long Island City | 3 | None verified | Court Square (E/M/G/7) | 4 min |
Quick tips for booking in Long Island City
- Court Square gives you access to four subway lines (E, M, G, 7) within a 5-minute walk of most hotels, making Midtown Manhattan a 10-minute ride.
- The 7 train from Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave reaches Grand Central in about 12 minutes during off-peak hours.
- Long Island City hotel rates average 20-30% below comparable Midtown Manhattan properties, with the same Manhattan skyline views from the Queens waterfront.
- If you need a kitchenette for an extended stay, TownePlace Suites is the only property on this list with confirmed in-room kitchen facilities across standard room types.
- None of the five hotels on this list currently hold a verified property-level sustainability certification. If eco credentials are your top priority, we have a separate page for eco-friendly hotels in New York City.
Best hotels in Long Island City for transit access
Long Island City's subway network is one of its strongest selling points. The Court Square station hub connects the E, M, G, and 7 lines within a single interchange, and three of the five hotels on this list sit within a 5-minute walk of that hub. The Boro Hotel sits closer to the 36th Avenue N/W stop, which adds a couple of minutes to Midtown but puts you in a quieter residential pocket of the neighborhood. Ravel Hotel anchors the waterfront end near Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave, where the 7 train runs elevated above Queens Boulevard.
For travelers arriving at LaGuardia Airport, the Q70 Select Bus Service connects to the Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave station, where you can transfer to the 7 train into Long Island City in under 30 minutes total.
Our Picks
Top Hotels
Boro Hotel
38-28 27th Street, Queens
Courtyard By Marriott Jersey City Newport
540 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City
Hyatt Place Long Island City/New York City
2707 43rd Ave, Long Island City, New York, 11101, Long Island City
Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
8-08 Queens Plaza South, Queens
TownePlace Suites by Marriott New York Brooklyn
561 President Street, Brooklyn
FAQs
Common Questions
As of 2026, none of the five hotels on this list hold a verified property-level certification from Green Key, LEED, EarthCheck, or a comparable body. If a certified eco-friendly hotel is a firm requirement, we have a separate page covering certified green hotels across New York City.
The Court Square subway hub puts you on the E or M train to Midtown in about 10 minutes. Hotels near the 36th Avenue N/W stop add roughly 5 minutes to that ride. By car or rideshare, the Queensboro Bridge connects Long Island City to East 59th Street in Manhattan, with travel times ranging from 10 to 25 minutes depending on traffic.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Long Island City is the only hotel on this list with confirmed kitchenettes across standard room types, making it the clearest choice for stays longer than three or four nights. It also accepts pets and sits 4 minutes from the Court Square subway hub.
Ravel Hotel operates a confirmed rooftop bar at its Queens Plaza South location. Boro Hotel has a rooftop terrace but does not operate bar service on the roof, so it appears in this list as a rooftop terrace rather than a rooftop bar.
Long Island City hotel rates typically run 20 to 30 percent below comparable Manhattan properties. You get the same subway access to Midtown and similar skyline views from the Queens waterfront, with the price difference reflecting the outer-borough location rather than any reduction in quality at the 4-star tier.
Ravel Hotel sits 2 minutes on foot from Queens Plaza station (E, M, R lines). Courtyard by Marriott Long Island City is 3 minutes from Court Square, which connects four lines: E, M, G, and 7. Both are strong choices if transit access is your top priority.
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