Garden City features several museums and educational opportunities, including the Cradle of Aviation Museum, the Long Island Children's Museum, and Firefighters Museum and Education Center. Nunley's Carousel is also worth a visit if you have small children or want to taste a bit of nostalgia.
When to Visit Garden City, NY
Like New York City, the best time to visit Long Island if you're looking for good weather is spring or fall. Summers in the NYC area get hot and humid, while winters can be extremely cold and often snowy and windy. The Long Island area, including Garden City, gets busier during the summer, partly because of its beaches, so if you're planning a summer visit, expect room rates to be higher than average.
If you do go in the winter, you'll probably be able to find reduced hotel rates, and though the cold and snow may be a little inconvenient, you can bundle up so that it won't stop you from finding plenty to see and do!
Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Garden City, NY:
Garden City by Star Rating
Below we've posted 3 graphs demonstrating mean rate patterns by star rating class in Garden City, NY. You can use these line graphs to calculate the least expensive months to book in Garden City for upcoming travels.
Luxury Hotel Options in Garden City, NY
4 Star Average Prices: $187.90
The Garden City Hotel is a splendid four-star property with elegant styling that's thoroughly modern but with a few old-school luxury touches like chandeliers and a clock tower. Guest rooms and bathrooms focus on giving you plenty of space in a visually relaxing atmosphere. You'll find a minibar and designer toiletries in your room, and the large beds feature pillowtop mattresses.
The Garden City Hotel features many on-site amenities, all of which help you pamper yourself in the way that pleases you best. A full-service spa is wonderful for relaxing and releasing tension. The nightclub is great when you want to let loose and stay out until dawn. The hair salon keeps you looking your best, especially if you've visited the sauna and spa tub and your hair has become a bit disheveled. A fireplace in the lobby, free Wi-Fi, free valet parking, and a 24-hour fitness facility are other benefits you'll adore.
The three-and-a-half-star Rosyln Hotel is located just a few miles away from Garden City in Roslyn, New York. This boutique hotel has an old-style elegance in its chandeliers and common spaces, while offering updated furnishings and interior design in the guest rooms. You'll also enjoy designer toiletries and complimentary Wi-Fi in your room.
In the morning, dine on a free breakfast next to the lobby fireplace before you book the limo and town car service for your day's excursion into Garden City. When you return, unwind at the bar with your favorite cocktail, or head to the restaurant for a delicious dinner. At this property, you'll find in-room accessibility, accessible bathrooms, and roll-in showers, too.
Affordable Options in Garden City, NY
3 Star Average Prices: $181.58
The most affordable hotel rate in Garden City, New York is at the Red Roof Inn Plus+ Long Island – Garden City. Room rates start below $130 per night, which, given the area and compared with other room rates, is a good price. However, if the Red Roof Inn Plus doesn't fit into some budgets, the Travelodge Manhasset is about six miles from central Garden City in Manhasset, New York, and offers room rates that begin under $85 per night.
At the Red Roof Inn Plus, you can expect loft-style rooms and suites with understated, contemporary styling. This smoke-free property offers a business center, free parking, laundry facilities, and an elevator. You'll find coffee and tea in the lobby, and room to park RVs and buses in the parking lot. In your room, enjoy free Wi-Fi and separate workspaces. This Red Roof Inn Plus property offers in-room accessibility and accessible bathrooms.
The Travelodge Manhasset offers express check-in and check-out, which is especially convenient when you have to make it to JFK or La Guardia in heavy traffic. Free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and free parking add value to your stay. The hotel offers a spa tub and a 24-hour front desk.
