Hampton Bays Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach

Travel east from New York City to enjoy the beaches and amenities of this small town on the southern coast of Long Island.

Hampton Bays is one of 18 hamlets in the Long Island town of Southampton. Its location between Shinnecock Bay and Great Peconic Bay provides many opportunities for water sports. Relax on the beaches or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard to get some exercise on the water. Wander through the town to enjoy shopping and dining.

Drive south along the new Ponquogue Bridge to cross Shinnecock Bay and reach the sandy shoreline of Ponquogue Beach along the Atlantic Ocean. This 600-foot-long (180-meter) beach is one of the most popular on Long Island. Stop at Edward J. Warner Sr. Old Ponquogue Bridge Marine Park near the new bridge to use the boat launch, go fishing or do some scuba diving.

Meschutt Beach County Park offers an inland shoreline along Great Peconic Bay near Shinnecock Canal. The park has picnicking, showers, restrooms and a playground, along with access to swimming, sailing and windsurfing on the water.

Rent a bicycle and ride through Hampton Bays to admire the large modern homes and gardens, typical of the comfortable and sometimes lavish lifestyle in “The Hamptons.” Take a yoga class and enjoy fine dining. Hampton Bays was established in the mid-1700s. Visit the many antique shops throughout the area to look for treasures from Southampton’s early days.

See some of the historic sites of Hampton Bays, including Canoe Place Chapel, Prosper King House, Ellis Squires Sr. House, Lyzon Hat Shop and the Tiana Life Saving Station. Look for old headstones in Hubbard Cemetery and Fournier Cemetery.

Drive to Hampton Bays in about 2 hours from Manhattan. Find accommodations in country inns, convenient motels or high-end resorts in and around the town. Visit some of Southampton’s other hamlets, such as Bridgehampton, Quogue and Tuckahoe.

Bayview Resort

Bayview Resort

2.5 out of 5
53 West Tiana Road, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is ₹24,037 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹24,037
₹27,462 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
"Very pleasant place to spend a nite Nice view of the cove"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Bayview Resort
 Hampton's Vacation Inn

Hampton's Vacation Inn

2.5 out of 5
177 West Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is ₹29,927 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹29,927
₹34,192 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Regal UA Hampton Bays and Good ...
9/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
"Fine little spot in the Hamptons. Not a heck of a lot to do in terms of walkability, but there's plenty to do at the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hampton's Vacation Inn
The Hampton Maid

The Hampton Maid

2.5 out of 5
259 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
"Great stay and beautiful property"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Hampton Maid
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

4 out of 5
239 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Cooper's Beach and Meschutt Beach are ...
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences
Cliffside Resort Condominiums

Cliffside Resort Condominiums

3 out of 5
61475 Route 48 (North Road), Greenport, NY
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Greenport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Railroad Museum of Long Island and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
Nice view and beach access was great!
"Beautiful property! View was awesome, nice beach with chairs. The room could use some updating, stove top was broken so our morning coffee was delayed as the burner was very slow to heat the water for our French press we travel with. The view from our room was peaceful however the barbecue area was ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Cliffside Resort Condominiums
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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