Visitors to the Big Apple and its surrounding area won't find a shortage of ways to spend money. From Broadway shows to catching a game at Yankee Stadium, the New York area offers a plethora of activities to enjoy. Visitors looking for a way to cut back on their spending may consider staying in a budget hotel. Several hotels with low nightly rates can be found around New York City.
The Howard Johnson in the Bronx is approximately half an hour from Manhattan by car. The hotel is also less than 5 miles from other local attractions, including the Bronx Zoo and Yankee Stadium. Guest room amenities include wireless Internet access, a work desk and television with premium cable channels. Other hotel services include complimentary daily breakfast and free newspaper delivery. As of 2010, nightly rates were as low as $69.
Howard Johnson
1922 Boston Rd.
Bronx, NY 10460
718-589-2222
hojo.com
Located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, the Morningside Inn is located in a six-story building that offers both standard rooms and suites. The hotel is within walking distance of Columbia University, as well as many local cafes and boutique shops. Budget guest accommodations share a bathroom and kitchen, while deluxe rooms and suites have private bathroom facilities. Deluxe rooms and suites also have a television, daily maid service and air-conditioning. Amenities available to all guests include a lounge area and Internet terminal in the hotel lobby. As of 2010, rates started at $85 per night.
Morningside Inn
235 W. 107 St.
New York, NY 10025
212-316-0055
morningsideinn-ny.com
The Clarion Hotel in Jamaica, Queens, is only 10 minutes from John F. Kennedy International Airport. The budget hotel is also near Citi Field, home of the N.Y. Mets; Queens College; and the Arthur Ashe tennis stadium. Guest accommodations feature cable television, free high-speed Internet access and a private refrigerator. Other amenities at Clarion Hotel include a 24-hour front desk and an exercise room. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning and local phone calls are free. As of 2010, nightly rates were as low as $75.
Clarion Hotel
138-05 Jamaica Ave.
Jamaica, NY 11435
718-523-3100
clarionhotel.com
