Montauk Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ditch Plains Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a small group of people
Ditch Plains Beach showing general coastal views, surfing and a beach
Montauk showing a small town or village
Montauk Point showing general coastal views, a pebble beach and a lighthouse
Shadmoor State Park featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a couple
With its rugged coastline and a peaceful atmosphere, “The End” of Long Island has never felt more removed from city life.

Known as “The End,” to locals, Montauk is located at the easternmost tip on Long Island. Known for its pristine beaches and rugged landscape, the area is a favoured getaway for New Yorkers. Montauk is bordered by Block Island Sound to the west and the Atlantic to the east.

The town has a unique history - its name originates from the Montaukett Tribe, who lived on the island until the mid-eighteenth century. Legend holds that notorious pirate Captain Kidd also buried treasure near Money Pond, at the northeastern tip of Montauk.

More than half of Montauk’s land is preserved, making it perfect for nature hikes and outdoor recreation. Surfers will find their own slice of heaven at Ditch Plains Beach, and families always flock to Hither Hills State Park. The park is known for its camping availability for those who enjoy a rustic getaway. 

Even if water skiing, surfing, swimming, or kayaking isn’t your forte, you can still enjoy the outdoors on a whale watching cruise, where you’re guaranteed see plenty of ocean animals off the coast. Seals and seabirds are abundant throughout Montauk, so keep your eyes peeled for wildlife. The area is also renowned for its excellent fishing, so why not rent a charter boat and enjoy a day on the open ocean?

Enjoy a photo opportunity at Montauk Point Lighthouse, the first lighthouse to be built in New York. A museum detailing the area’s unique history is also onsite. 

The village is filled with souvenir shops, and its bars frequently offer concerts and live entertainment. Eat your fill of fresh-caught seafood in one of Montauk’s many restaurants before settling in at your lodging for the night. You can walk around some sections of the island, but thanks to the rural nature of Montauk, it is most easily accessible via car.

Route 27 runs directly from New York City to Montauk, which are a 2.5 hour drive from one another. Alternatively, visitors can access “The End” via the Long Island Railroad as it runs from Manhattan into Montauk. JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia International Airports are all located in New York City.

Where to stay in Montauk

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Culloden Shores

While visiting Culloden Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Montauk and The Hamptons Beaches.

Culloden Shores
Marram

Marram

4 out of 5
21 Oceanview Terrace, Montauk, NY
The price is ₹47,644 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹47,644
₹70,660 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Montauk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Montauk Point Lighthouse and Montauk Point ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"hotel was amazing!!!! restaurant not so great, very expensive and little options but it is very close (7 min walk) to town, so that is not a problem if you want to walk to get dinner or lunch"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Marram
Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

4 out of 5
290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY
The price is ₹73,657 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹73,657
₹100,530 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Montauk. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the room service in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (647 reviews)
"the property is beautiful however there was construction being done upon the premises and certain areas were closed off"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa
Montauk Blue Hotel

Montauk Blue Hotel

2 out of 5
108 South Emerson Avenue, Montauk, NY
The price is ₹42,092 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹42,092
₹48,090 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Montauk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Montauk Point Lighthouse and Montauk Point ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean, updated and directly on the bach. Also all shops and restaurants are walkable."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Montauk Blue Hotel
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.
Montauk Manor

Montauk Manor

3.5 out of 5
236 Edgemere St., Montauk, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Montauk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,212 reviews)
"large property that had suites for a larger group"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Montauk Manor
The Surf Club

The Surf Club

3.5 out of 5
20 Surfside Avenue, Montauk, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Montauk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Popular attractions Montauk Point Lighthouse and Montauk ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (260 reviews)
"The hotel property and beach were very nicer the accommodations were tight for 4 adults. My twins are 18. The sofa bed was old and very uncomfortable. For the price you pay they should have comfortable accommodations for the sofa bed guests."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

The Surf Club
Montauk Oceanside Suites

Montauk Oceanside Suites

3 out of 5
115 South Emerson Avenue, Montauk, NY
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Montauk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montauk Point Lighthouse and Montauk Point ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (393 reviews)
"Across from beach. Close to town. Typical beach motel"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Montauk Oceanside Suites
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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