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 East River Park, Washington Elementary School, Elmwood Theatre (historical), T Raymond Nutley Square and Saint Mary's Roman Catholic School.

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

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Sapphire ( Dining / Indian ). Located at 1845 Broadway, New York, 2 miles from the center of Roosevelt Island. For some reason, the arts and fine dining don't seem to mix. the theater district has long been a byword for bad food in New york, and the Lincoln Center area has only recently begun to show signs of culinary life, with gems like Picholine getting a little company, Sapphire, a new comer in the Lincoln Center neighborhood, may not be the last word in Indian Cusine, but it is good enough and good-looking enough to advance the cause. The extensive menu includes the usual hit parade of samosas, curries, tandoori treats and even mulligatawny soup. but it also includes some sleepers like chutney. . www.sapphireny.com Link

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 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

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 Link

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 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.