Roosevelt Island Travel Guide
New York
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Popular places to visit
Times Square
The dazzlingly illuminated centrepiece of New York is a must-visit spot for all tourists.
Central Park
A beautiful haven where you can escape from the steel canyons of Manhattan for a wander or a picnic.
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
A truly stunning transportation temple, passed through by many commuters and admired by visitors.
Rockefeller Center
This iconic business and entertainment hub has been a fixture on the New York City skyline ever since the 1930s.
Statue of Liberty
One of the world's most famous statues is an iconic symbol of freedom and hope to the country's immigrants and to visitors from all over the world.
Top hotels in Roosevelt Island
Park Central Hotel New York
Breakfast was great, hospitality was awesome. Location was great!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Happy hour was awesome. It included music, free wine, fruit and cheese. Another night there was a comedian as entertainment.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
By far the best hotel and staff I’ve ever stayed with in New York
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Everything was great! No complaints.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Location was good . Staff had attitude . Definitely didn’t feel welcomed . Also , if you get there early and want to leave your bags to walk around until check in time it’s $5 per bag : I paid for a room with city view and got a side of a building view . When I asked about it they said they gave ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lobby renovation came out great, wish they would renovate the rooms that are desperately needing. Beds are comfortable, staff are wonderful people.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
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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.
