Fairfield Inn
This two-star Marriott hotel provides a comfortable home away from home with extensive amenities at an affordable price. A complimentary shuttle takes travelers to and from LaGuardia Airport, including transportation to local subway. Included in a nights' stay are a complimentary breakfast, high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel and free local telephone calls. Additional amenities include a fitness center, business center and barber shop/salon. The hotel is also located near Citifield, the New York Mets baseball stadium and Arthur Ashe tennis stadium. Prices range from $119.00 to $169.00 per night as of 2010.
Fairfield Inn
45-20 Astoria Blvd.
Astoria, NY 11103
718-267-0008
marriott.com/hotels/travel/lgaqa-fairfield-inn-new-york-laguardia-airport-astoria
The Ravel
The Ravel in nearby and Long Island City offers the area's first luxury boutique hotel. Its 63 rooms overlooking the Manhattan skyline are designed with sleek modern décor, 9-foot ceilings, private balconies and spa-like bathrooms. The venue also offers a meeting space and a complimentary shuttle to LaGuardia airport. The luxurious, 6,000 square-foot restaurant Penthouse 808 with glass-enclosed views of the city serves a brunch and dinner with a Japanese-inspired menu. The space is available for events, including weddings, with a 40-foot bar, sound system and floral and ice sculpture services. Prices range from $99 to $299.
The Ravel
8-08 Queens Plaza South
Long Island City, NY 11101
718-289-6101
ravelhotel.com
Verve Hotel
The Long Island City location of this Choice Hotels International chain offers an intimate and luxurious boutique setting. The smoke-free venue offers similar services to the Ravel---an airport shuttle, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi Internet access, free local calls, a fitness center, game room and indoor and outdoor pools. Nearby points of interest include the Silvercup Studios film and television production company and the Queens Zoo.
Verve Hotel, an Ascend Collection hotel
40-03 29th Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
718-786-4545
ascendcollection.com/hotel-long_island_city-new_york-NY330?promo=gglocal
Article Written By Radha McLean
Radha McLean has worked in publishing for more than 15 years. She is the author of the book, "The Green Pregnancy Diet," and her writing has been published in numerous magazines, including "Diabetes Health," "Nurseweek" and "Pregnancy." She has a Master of Arts in journalism from New York University.
