Places to stay in Roosevelt Island, New York
Roosevelt Island, known as Welfare Island from 1921 to 1973, and before that Blackwell's Island, is a narrow island in the East River of New York City. It lies between the island of Manhattan to its west and the borough of Queens to its east. Running from Manhattan's East 46th to East 85th streets, it is about two miles long, with a maximum width of 800 feet, and a total area of 147 acres. The island is part of the Borough of Manhattan and New York County. Together with Mill Rock, Roosevelt Island constitutes New York County's Census Tract 238, which has a land area of 0. 279 sq mi (0. 72 km2). Local restaurants include Granny Annie’s Bar And Kitchen, Patsy's Pizzeria 69th, Nino's Restaurant, and Anything At All.
If you are travelling in the area, Roosevelt Island is located close to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site, Macomb's Bridge Branch New York Public Library, Butler Hall and Presbyterian Church of Astoria (historical).
The center of Roosevelt Island ( which is at is longitude -73°56'59.794 and latitude 40°45'43.668 ) is located 1 mile away from Long Island City, 2 miles away from Astoria, 2 miles away from Lew Beach and 3 miles away from Manhattan.
Available Roosevelt Island lodging
We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Roosevelt Island.
Roosevelt Island Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay
Park Hyatt New York
Approx 2 miles away in New York:
Empire State Hotel
Approx 3 miles away in New York:
Crosby Street Hotel
Approx 4 miles away in New York:
Roosevelt Island Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches
Sleek Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment
Approx 2 miles away in New York:
American Camp Assoc
Approx 3 miles away in New York:
Adventureland Preschool
Approx 4 miles away in Woodside:
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Roosevelt Island
Utsav Festive India ( Dining / Indian ). Located at 1185 Avenue Of The Americas, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Utsav was opened in 2000 by Emiko Kothari who owns and runs a chain of 19 Indian restaurants in Tokyo.
This is her only U.S. location and is managed by her granddaughter Nandita Khanna. Utsav, a word with origins in Sanskrit, means Festival. India, a land of many regions and cultures has an abundance of festivals to celebrate. Each Utsav in India is an explosion of colors, sounds, and rituals climaxing with a sumptuous feast that highlights the conclusion of that festival.
utsavny.com 
Gallagher's Steak House ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 228 West 52nd Street, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. With its trademark combination of classic cocktails, a wait staff that never forgets a name and – the best USDA prime dry-aged beef, fired over its signature hickory coals – Gallaghers serves up the authentic New York steakhouse experience locals treasure and visitors always remember.
www.gallaghersnysteakhouse.com
Maz Mezcal Mexican Restaurant ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 316 East 86th Street, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. 68 Years of Tradition Have Made UsThe Best Mexican Food in NYC Upper East Side
www.mazmezcal.com
Dock's Oyster Bar ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 633 3rd Avenue, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Lunch Prix Fixe - Autumn Bar Specials - Dinner Prix Fixe - Wine List
Brunch Sunday, Monday
Clambake Holiday Menus and Events
Welcome to Docks. Established in 1986, we specialize in bringing the freshest seafood to the island of Manhattan.
www.docksoysterbar.com
Caravaggio ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 23 East 74 Street, Manhattan, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Caravaggio boasts elegant, sophisticated Italian cuisine with a modern twist. The Bruno brothers’ latest cutting-edge concept carries on the long-lived family tradition of serving great Italian food to their devoted patrons and to the greater New York area. Their attention to detail, in both food and service, continues to be their goal as they present guests with the ultimate fine dining experience. They believe in nourishing body and soul, which is the wisdom of their Salerno ancestors from Southern Italy.
www.caravaggioristorante.com
Rossini's Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 108 East 38th Street, Manhattan, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. The Rossini family looks forward to providing you and your guests with the finest in Northern Italian Cuisine and making your stay at Rossini's a pleasurable and satisfying dining experience.
rossinisrestaurant.com