Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
New York
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
You can learn more about the history of New York when you visit a top site such as Times Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Central Park
Central Park is just one of the places to see in New York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Madison Square Garden
Catch an event at Madison Square Garden during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Terminal
You can learn more about the history of New York during your trip to a top site such as Grand Central Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Statue of Liberty
Find out about the history of Statue of Liberty, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rockefeller Center
Find out about the history of Rockefeller Center, a well-known monument in New York. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Roosevelt Island
Hotel Edison Times Square
All Staff Members we interacted with were very pleasant & helpful. The room was very nice. The $6.50 Breakfast at Freidman's was a nice amenity.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Friendly staff, very close to MSG for concerts!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Our room was cool when we needed it most. Warm on the sudden cold spell. We were able to upgrade and check-in sooner. Also added the late checkout. We really appreciated how close we were to Grand Central Station. Definitely used the trains as much as possible.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Nice rooms great location
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
dont be fooled by the pics. Common area looks nice but rooms suck.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Arlo Midtown
Great hotel, new, proffesional helpful staff, Will be back
Reviewed on 28 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 Park South
If you're spending time in Central Park South, check out sights like Rockefeller Center or Times Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 57 St. - 7 Av Station or 57 St. Station.
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.
