LaGuardia Airport sits in northern Queens, roughly 8 miles from Midtown Manhattan, and the hotels closest to it can save you a real amount of time on early departures or tight layovers. This list targets business travelers, early-flight commuters, and anyone who wants to minimize ground transfer stress. Hotels were ranked by verified taxi time first, then shuttle availability, then transit access, covering options from select-service to full-service.
How we ranked these hotels
Taxi time to LGA terminals was the primary factor, verified against each hotel's street address and known Queens and Manhattan geography. Hotels with confirmed shuttle service ranked above those without when taxi times were within 3 minutes of each other. Transit access via subway and bus served as a tiebreaker, with walk time to the nearest stop factored in. Star rating broke any remaining ties.
Hotels near LaGuardia Airport at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Taxi to LGA | Shuttle | Nearest transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marriott New York LaGuardia Airport | 4 | 5 min | Yes | Q70 SBS bus |
| Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport | 3 | 7 min | Yes | Q70 SBS bus |
| Hampton Inn New York/LaGuardia Airport | 3 | 8 min | Yes | Q70 SBS bus |
| Crowne Plaza JFK Airport New York City | 4 | 25 min | Yes | AirTrain + E train |
| New York Marriott Marquis | 4 | 25 min | No | N/Q/R/W at Times Sq |
Transfer tips for LaGuardia travelers
- The Q70 Select Bus Service runs from Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave/74 St station directly to all LGA terminals and costs only a MetroCard swipe. Budget 20-25 minutes from Jackson Heights.
- Taxis from the Ditmars Boulevard corridor to LGA run 5-8 minutes in normal traffic. Add 10-15 minutes during weekday rush hours (7-9 AM and 4-7 PM).
- If you're staying in Midtown, a taxi to LGA takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. The Q70 from 74th St-Broadway in Jackson Heights is often faster than a cab from Midtown during peak hours.
- LaGuardia's Terminal B has the most dining and lounge options. If your hotel shuttle drops at Terminal C or D, allow 10 minutes to walk or take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus.
Hotels near LaGuardia Airport: what to expect by location
Hotels on or near Ditmars Boulevard in Astoria and East Elmhurst put you within a 5-8 minute taxi ride of the terminals. These are the go-to picks for anyone whose priority is minimizing transfer time. You trade proximity to Manhattan attractions for a fast, low-stress airport connection.
Midtown Manhattan hotels add 20-30 minutes of taxi time but give you access to the full NYC transit grid, better dining, and more hotel variety. They make sense for travelers who have a full day in the city before or after a flight.
Our Picks
Top Hotels
Aloft New York Brooklyn
216 Duffield Street, Brooklyn
Crowne Plaza Englewood by IHG
401 South Van Brunt Street, Englewood
Hampton Inn New York - LaGuardia Airport
102-40 Ditmars Boulevard, Queens
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
333 Adams Street, Brooklyn
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
333 Adams Street, Brooklyn
FAQs
Common Questions
The [New York Marriott at the LaGuardia Airport](/hotels/new-york-marriott-at-the-laguardia-airport) on Ditmars Boulevard in East Elmhurst is the closest full-service option, at roughly a 5-minute taxi ride from the terminals. The [Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport](/hotels/aloft-new-york-laguardia-airport) is about 2 minutes farther down the same boulevard.
The Marriott, Aloft, and Hampton Inn on the Queens side all offer complimentary 24-hour shuttles to LGA terminals. The Crowne Plaza near JFK provides a shuttle to JFK only. The Marriott Marquis in Midtown does not offer an airport shuttle.
Take the Q70 Select Bus Service from any LGA terminal to the Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave/74 St subway station. From there, the E, F, M, or R train reaches Midtown in about 20 minutes. Total trip time from the terminal to Times Square runs roughly 40-50 minutes depending on connections.
No subway line runs directly to LGA. The Q70 SBS bus is the primary transit link, connecting the airport to the Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave/74 St station, which serves the E, F, M, R, and 7 trains. The ride from the station to the terminal takes about 15 minutes.
For a 5 AM or 6 AM departure, the [New York Marriott at the LaGuardia Airport](/hotels/new-york-marriott-at-the-laguardia-airport) is the top pick. Its 24-hour shuttle and 5-minute taxi distance mean you can leave the hotel at 4 AM and reach the terminal without relying on transit or surge-priced rideshares.
The [Hampton Inn New York/LaGuardia Airport](/hotels/hampton-inn-new-york-laguardia-airport) on Boulevard of the City of New York is the most affordable option on this list with a confirmed shuttle. For more budget options in the area, we have a separate page for [budget hotels in New York](/hotels/budget-hotels).
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