Find Long Island City motels from $86

Because you’ll save on your room price, you can make the most of what Long Island City has to offer. Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and Empire State Building are some of the popular places you can visit in the larger area.

At most motels, you’ll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Motels began in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ top motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Elizabeth, NJ - Newark Liberty Intl Airport is located 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from the heart of Long Island City. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. Super 8 by Wyndham North Bergen NJ/NYC Area: A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Long Island City is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) away. Inn at Jericho: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Long Island City. Airway Inn at LaGuardia: Central Long Island City is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Travelodge by Wyndham South Hackensack: 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from the heart of Long Island City. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

In this vibrant area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the cafes while you’re sightseeing. People visiting Long Island City like its art scene, museums, and restaurants. Favorite places in and around Long Island City include Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and Empire State Building. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Gantry Plaza State Park, Hunter’s Point South, and Queensbridge Park. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: American Dream, Bronx Zoo, and NBC Studios.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Long Island City to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Long Island City is 47 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Long Island City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into New York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base), which is located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away. Walk to nearby metro stations like 21 St. Station, 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station, and 23 St. - Ely Av. Station. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station or Long Island City Station.