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 Trinity Lutheran School, Saint Andrews Church, Assembly of the First Born, Maywood Avenue Elementary School and New York Fire Patrol Number 6.
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:
Crosby Street Hotel
Approx 4 miles away in New York:
Hotel Indigo
Approx 4 miles away in Manhattan:
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
Cellini Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 65 East 54, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Cellini offers great value, exceptional service and an attentive staff.
As a gathering spot for high powered bankers, brokers and real estate moguls as well as actors, famous authors, and daily diners, Cellini provides a comfortable ambiance where guests and friends can be inspired by irresistible food and wine.
www.cellinirestaurant.com 
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
Uva ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1486 2nd Avenue, New York, 1 mile from the center of Roosevelt Island. A New York City favorite, Uva welcomes you into a warm and relaxed atmosphere centered around quality Italian cuisine, a large explorative wine list with over 40 wines by the glass, and warm hospitality.
www.uvanyc.com
Accademia Di Vino ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1081 3rd Avenue, New York, 1 mile from the center of Roosevelt Island. Come for a drink and stay for dinner. See our menu featuring the regional foods of Italy and read our list of drinks: specialty cocktails and Italian wines by the glass. Kevin Garcia has created "la dolce vita" for aficionados of fine Italian cuisine across the United States and in Italy for over ten years.
accademiadivino.com
San Pietro Restaurant ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 18 East 54th Street, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. The award-winning San Pietro, proclaimed as "the best and most authentic Italian restaurant outside of Italy" by the Italian government, media and culinary organizations. We believe in "nourishing body and soul," which is the wisdom of our Salerno ancestors from southern Italy.
We have remained faithful to an ancient tradition based on the great Salerno School of Medicine, from the 10th through the 12th centuries. The School advocated a healthy, well-balanced diet, regular exercise and a low-stress lifestyle. It is a remarkable prescription that could be written today. Each week, we fly in most of our ingredients directly from Italy and the Mediterranean.
www.sanpietro.net
Mickey Mantle's Restaurant Bar ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 42 Central Park South, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Mickey Mantle’s offers a respite from the rigors of shopping. Come on in and relax. Let us look after your shopping bags while you stretch out.
www.mickeymantles.com