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 Island Channel, Church of God of Prophecy, Free Public Library of Bayonne, Daytop Preparatory School and Public School 315.

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

Hotels

Hotel Giraffe

Approx 3 miles away in New York:

Hotel Giraffe offers timeless style spacious guestrooms and suites and most importantly gracious service that makes it an ideal getaway for families and corporate guests alike - Times Square Midtown SoHo and Union Square are all easily accessible .....

365 Park Avenue South at 26th Street

New York, New York

Bed & Breakfasts

Chelsea Lodge Suites

Approx 4 miles away in New York City:

The Chelsea Lodge Suites occupy a landmark building in New York City's historic Chelsea section. The Suites offer guests a sophisticated and comfortable apartment conviently located to most New York City neighborhoods.

318 West 20th Street

New York City, New York

Hotels

The Buckingham Hotel

Approx 2 miles away in New York:

Since 1929, the Buckingham Hotel has been frequented by performing artists from opera stars to choreographers to jazz musicians because of its perfect New York location and spacious, all-suite rooms. A stylish and smart boutique hotel, our public .....

101 West 57th Street at 6th Avenue

New York, New York

Roosevelt Island Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Vacation Rentals

Studio on East 44th Street and 2nd Avenue

Approx 2 miles away in New York:

This lovely studio apartment in Midtown East, Manhattan allows you to sleep among the most famous skyscrapers of New York. Located on East 44th Street & 2nd Avenue, it is in the epicenter of New York City, and walking distance from the Grand .....

East 44th Street and 2nd Avenue

New York, New York

Vacation Rentals

Spacious Junior One Bedroom

Approx 2 miles away in New York:

Spacious studio blocks from the United Nations & Grand Central Station, located on East 45th and 2nd avenue. This area balances the crowd with calm after business hours with many excellent cafes, restaurants, pubs, and coffee shops, not to mention grocery stores, and pharmacies steps away.

East 45th Street, Corner of Second Avenue

New York, New York

Vacation Rentals

Sleek Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment

Approx 2 miles away in New York:

Big Apple Living provides exceptional furnished apartments to both corporate housing and extended stay travelers in need of short-term rentals in New York City..

East 45th Street

New York, New York

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Roosevelt Island

Mission Ceviche

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 Link

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 Link

Le Relais De Venise ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 590 Lexington Avenue, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Situated in the heart of Midtown Manhattan at 590 Lexington Ave (corner of 52nd street), our latest restaurant is centrally located and close to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, the Citicorp Building, Rockefeller center and Sachs Fifth Avenue.

Le Colonial ( Dining / French ). Located at 149 East 57th Street, Manhattan, 1 mile from the center of Roosevelt Island. Le Colonial offers a dining experience faithful to Vietnamese culinary traditions. www.lecolonialnyc.com Link

Oceana ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 1221 Avenue Of The Americas, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. At once grand and intimate, with exceptional cuisine and attentive service, Oceana is the quintessential New York restaurant, appealing to discerning diners who love the fruits of the sea as well as the bounty of the land. www.oceanarestaurant.com Link

Bella Via Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 4746 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Visit Bella Via Restaurant for authentic Italian cuisine including coal-fired brick oven pizza as well as fresh pasta dishes, fish and meat specialities. Located in Long Island City, New York, Bella Via Restaurant offers delicious food at an affordable price. We are located just two blocks from the 7 train and minutes from the Queens-Midtown Tunnel and Queensboro Bridge. Fish, Meat and Chicken Specialities bellaviarestaurant.com Link