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 New York City College of Technology, Welfare Island, Stuyvesant Heights Historic District, Bedford Theatre (historical) and New Deeper Life Tabernacle.
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:
Distrikt Hotel
Approx 3 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 
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 447 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Davio’s Manhattan across from Grand Central Station is located on Lexington Avenue (at East 45th Street). Davio’s offers Brandt beef steaks, handmade pasta, and authentic pizza in a beautiful intimate space, providing gracious hospitality to every guest for an unforgettable dining experience.
davios.com
Pera Mediterranean Brasserie ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 303 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Pera derives its name from an elegant neighborhood in Istanbul that has served as the melting pot for many cultures and cuisines since the 17th century. The executive chefs lead a team of specialty cooks from Turkey and are collaboratively introducing lesser known mezes and meat preparations to a New York audience. Pera features numerous mezes, specially prepared and marinated cuts of grilled meats and seafood, traditional and modern Mediterranean side dishes and regional breads baked a la minute.
www.peranyc.com
Pasta Lovers ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 142 West 49th Street, Manhattan, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Pasta Lovers is located in the heart of Midtown in New York City’s Rockefeller Plaza and Theater District. It has been a neighborhood love for over fifteen years.
By serving fresh and delicious Italian cuisine in a beautiful and casual setting, Pasta Lovers satisfies all types of clientele, from businessmen to families, from tourists to native New Yorkers. Fresh, hot, crispy pizzas are made daily in the giant brick oven. Many regional wines and champagnes are featured on the extensive wine list.
www.pastaloverstrattorianyc.com
Ruth's Chris Steak House-new York ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 148 West 51st Street, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. Our private event experts will assist with every detail to create an event your guests will remember all year.
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Enjoy a 6 oz. filet paired with an 8 oz. lobster tail, served sizzling so your last bite stays as hot and delicious as your first.
A complete 3-course meal for one sizzling price. Available for a limited time at participating locations.
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www.ruthschris.com
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.