3 Advantages with Hotels in Queens vs Manhattan

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Staying in one of the many new and trendy hotels in Queens can be a pleasure for both the wallet and mind. There is a hotel boom going on in Queens at the moment and within the next few years we can expect to see way more interesting hotels in this area of greater New York. Here are a few hotels worth considering and reasons why to stay in Queens instead of Manhattan.

A few trendy hotels in Queens

Here are two hotels in prime location we are pleased recommending:

Z Hotel NY

Only one subway stop away from Manhattan you find Z Hotel NY. The style of this hotel consist of 100 rooms which can be described as contemporary or futuristic. Z Hotel New York combine Jazz age themes with modernist chic and it’s popular among young and middle-age Brits and many other international visitors. Head across the East River and you’re in central New York. From the comfort of your hotel in western Queens borrow you have great views of Manhattan skyline. Prices start from around $215 (£142).

Raven Hotel

Newly renovated boutique hotel in Queens which improved considerable. It’s located near the subway with quick access to Manhattan. Raven hotel (book here) was the first boutique hotel in Long Island City, Queens. Prices start around $180 (£120), but we still argue that Z Hotel NY is better value.

3 reasons to book a hotel in Queens

There are a few great arguments leading NY visitors to consider Queens instead of Manhattan. Our travel guides expect many price conscious British travelers to stay in this area of New York instead of staying in Midtown. Here are the main reasons:

• It’s way cheaper: You can enjoy excellent boutique hotels in this area for 30-50 % lower price than Manhattan. And it’s just one stop away.
• Great views: The scenery of Manhattan is great, without being in the centre.
• See & discover something new: Why not visit Museum of the moving image or Socrates sculpture park (free). There are also many nice restaurants and bars on this side of the river.

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