Roosevelt Island
New York
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
Brash, bold and flashy – there is something truly captivating about the bright lights and hypnotic hubbub of Times Square.
Central Park
Escape the shadow of the crowded skyscrapers for an all-American afternoon enjoying the sights and sounds of Central Park.
Madison Square Garden
Whether you’re performing here, watching your favorite sports team or entertainer or touring the venue, you’re in for an exciting event.
Grand Central Terminal
With sweeping marble staircases, world-renowned artworks and chandeliers gracing its elegant colonnades, Grand Central Terminal is more than just a train station.
Rockefeller Center
Nothing epitomises the American dream like the Rockefeller Center, a gleaming complex that effortlessly mixes business and pleasure.
Statue of Liberty
A welcome sight for generations of immigrants as they arrived in New York Harbor, Lady Liberty stands as a beacon of hope and freedom to all who lay eyes on her.
Things to do
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Top hotels in Roosevelt Island
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Room and bathtub are not so clean.
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Can't beat the location! Double rooms were tight but we didn't spend much time in them. The food options in the lobby were impossible to get into in the mornings so we ended up having breakfast elsewhere.
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
As soon as we entered the hotel there was a friendly person to help us with our luggage. A helpful and friendly person to check us in and tell us all about the perks.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
No pool
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location. Could use some free coffee in the lobby and faster elevator. Staff was great and rooms are clean. They have coin laundry machine on site.
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Clean room,
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Roosevelt Island
Upper East Side
Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Upper East Side. Top attractions like 5th Avenue and Frick Collection are major draws, and you can catch the metro at 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.) or 72nd Street Station to see more of the city.
Midtown East
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Grand Central Terminal to 5th Avenue – discover Midtown East, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Uptown
While you're in Uptown, take in top sights like Metropolitan Museum of Art or Cleopatra's Needle, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 81 St. - Museum of Natural History Station or 77 St. Station (Lexington Av.).
Central New York City
Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.
Midtown
Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.
Theater District
Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center – discover Theater District, a destination also famous for its shopping.
