| this long island waterfront inn with a 1960s vibe is 1. an on-site restaurant serves seafood dishes and brick-oven pizzas, and a lounge with a sprawling patio and fire pits overlooks the marina. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 1 miles from a rail station offering 40-minute trips to midtown manhattan, and 1. exterior corridors lead to standard, traditionally furnished rooms with flat-screen tvs and free wifi. 5 miles from the shops and eateries along the scenic nautical mile. upgraded rooms feature more modern decor, plus minifridges and rainfall showers; some add jacuzzis or private patios with waterfront views. free amenities include parking and daily continental breakfast
John F Kennedy International Airport 26 min
Nickerson Beach Park (15 min)
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