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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, leather seating, and a stone wall.

A restaurant interior with a bar, multiple seating areas, and a large tree.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

1. The Selby

3 km from Hofstra University

Ann-Marie

₩361,389

₩403,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A bakery counter with pastries and a beverage display.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "HYATT PLACE".

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a view of the parking lot through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining table, and a large screen.

2. Hyatt Place Garden City

3 km from Hofstra University

Duane

₩220,347

₩245,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a central bar, and a television.

A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

A modern lounge area with yellow patterned sofas, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a bookstore.

3. Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island

2.9 km from Hofstra University

Matthew

₩228,662

₩255,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a large green wall, seating areas, and modern chandeliers.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and benches. There are potted plants on the table, and the room has a wooden panel wall and a large pillar.

A banquet table set with candles, glassware, and a centerpiece of red and white flowers in a tall vase.

4. Long Island Marriott

1.4 km from Hofstra University

Vincent

₩236,977

₩264,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a red sofa, a wooden dresser, a television displaying a football game, a red chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

5. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Long Island - Garden City

2.5 km from Hofstra University

Jennifer

₩178,758

₩204,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A large hotel with a prominent clock tower, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway leading to the parking area.

A garden pathway with a white pergola and hydrangea bushes.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a hanging flower planter, and a clock.

6. The Garden City Hotel

3.4 km from Hofstra University

Jennifer

₩274,856

₩367,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor patio with white furniture, including lounge chairs and a dining table, and a fire pit.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple entry points, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a reception area.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Long Island Farmingdale

15 km from Hofstra University

Joseph

₩248,867

₩284,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A circular stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a tray with champagne glasses and a bottle, and a view of the city at dusk.

A bar area with a counter, stools, a cash register, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

8. Courtyard Westbury Long Island

3.5 km from Hofstra University

Adam

₩216,744

₩241,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious indoor area with a central fountain, seating arrangements, and a balcony with flower boxes.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a welcome sign, a dining area, and a seating area.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a chair.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Rockville Centre

7.7 km from Hofstra University

Stephanie

₩310,426

₩346,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a glass-enclosed bar.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a sign for Springhill Suites Marriott.

A reception desk with a cityscape mural, a white patterned counter, and a modern design.

A modern hotel kitchen with a long counter, various food items, and a refrigerator.

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Carle Place Garden City

4 km from Hofstra University

rose andree

₩235,730

₩263,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire feature, and string lights.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass doors, white lounge chairs, and potted plants.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Melville

15.1 km from Hofstra University

ROSANNE

₩213,210

₩243,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a wine and liquor display.

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a chair, a round table, and a lamp.

A modern bar area with a coffee machine, bar stools, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel with outdoor seating, a stone fire pit, and a well-maintained garden.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Republic Aprt Long Island/Farmingdale

15.1 km from Hofstra University

John

₩261,922

₩299,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A spacious dining area with large windows, wooden flooring, and a mix of tables and chairs.

A modern hotel entrance with a large sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott".

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a digital clock.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, and large windows providing natural light.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott New York JFK Airport

17.3 km from Hofstra University

Madeline

₩295,634

₩344,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a window providing natural light.

A restaurant with booths, tables, and chairs.

14. Econo Lodge Hicksville - Long Island

6.4 km from Hofstra University

Amrita

₩194,979

₩217,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A modern building with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

15. Best Western Premier Plainview-Long Island Hotel

15.2 km from Hofstra University

Brandon

₩206,101

₩230,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, blue chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a prominent 'Viana Hotel & Spa' sign.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, red sofas, a chandelier, and a dining area with blue chairs.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a stone fountain, and a parking lot visible in the background.

16. Viana Hotel and Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

7.6 km from Hofstra University

Marlene

₩234,413

₩261,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen.

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a black metal fence.

17. Marriott New York JFK Airport

17.3 km from Hofstra University

nakia

₩377,910

₩438,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern bar area with seating and a bar counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a geometric patterned wall, a reception desk, and a luggage carousel.

A modern Hyatt Regency hotel with a large glass facade and a distinctive curved entrance.

A spacious casino interior with multiple slot machines, a central walkway, and decorative hanging lights.

18. Hyatt Regency JFK Airport at Resorts World New York

20.1 km from Hofstra University

Katrina

₩359,453

₩457,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel entrance with stone walls, a covered patio, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a dark wooden dresser, a bed with white bedding, a door leading to a bathroom, and a small mirror on the wall.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, modern furniture, and a large rug.

19. Homewood Suites Melville

15.3 km from Hofstra University

Libny

₩246,193

₩281,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, seating area, and a large glass door leading outside.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and various weights.

20. Fairfield Inn by Marriott JFK Airport

16 km from Hofstra University

Renee

₩262,305

₩305,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Hofstra University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Selby	9.4 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Garden City	8.8 Excellent 1,011 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island	8.6 Excellent 1,499 reviews	View
Long Island Marriott	7.8 Good 1,009 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Long Island - Garden City	7.2 Good 1,451 reviews	View

Top Hofstra University Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carle Place - Garden City, NY

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean, spacious, the staff was friendly, and accommodating, excellent hot buffet breakfast."

Hyatt Place Garden City

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was the best free breakfast we’ve had anywhere. So many wonderful choices. Awesome egg muffins (quiches) and wonderful mixture of berries to go on yogurt. I appreciated the great choice of teas as well. Staff were friendly and accommodations were roomy and set up well. Very enjoyable stay. Thank you."

Hotel Suites at Vanderbilt

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful, spacious room. Gorgeous interior design. Beautiful property!"

Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island

8/10 Good

"I think the hotel was decent for what I was in town for. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. I wish the breakfast had Turkey or beef sausage. My TV went on me but that could have been the Weather. Other than that it was a nice stay."

Holiday Inn Westbury - Long Island by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. We stayed one night after college move in. Room clean. Staff attentive and welcoming. Complementary breakfast was good. We will be staying again."

Springhill Suites by Marriott Carle Place Garden City

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel"

Hilton Garden Inn Westbury

10/10 Excellent

"I like the smile welcoming! Also if Iasked for informations, them were clear on the a swers"

Residence Inn Long Island Garden City

10/10 Excellent

"My kids came into town from college. Their flight was early and they got them in early check in so they could go sight see. It was so easy and helpful. All they kept saying was how nice the hotel is and having the mall and nice restaurants walking distance was nice too."

Courtyard Westbury Long Island

8/10 Good

"Great experience family love it"

Other attractions near Hofstra University

Cradle of Aviation Museum

8.4/10 (71 reviews)

Just east of New York City, Long Island’s air and space museum preserves a long heritage of aviation feats and flying crafts from this region.

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James M. Shuart Stadium

Catch an event at James M. Shuart Stadium during your trip to Uniondale. Discover the restaurants and its live music while you're in the area.

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David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex

8.0/10 (9 reviews)

Catch an event at David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex during your trip to East Garden City. Experience the live music and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Mitchel Athletic Complex

7.8/10 (40 reviews)

Catch an event at Mitchel Athletic Complex during your trip to East Garden City. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Mitchel Field

Catch an event at Mitchel Field during your trip to East Garden City. Experience the live music and theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

8.0/10 (333 reviews)

Catch an event at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum during your trip to East Garden City. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Long Island Children's Museum

8.4/10 (85 reviews)

You can take time to visit Long Island Children's Museum during your travels to East Garden City. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center

8.0/10 (50 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center in East Garden City. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hofstra University?

Hofstra University is located in an area that travelers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Hofstra University?

Long Island Marriott is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Hofstra University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island and The Garden City Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Hofstra University?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Hofstra University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hofstra University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Hofstra University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Hofstra University?

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What can I see and do near Hofstra University?

You'll want to browse the collections at Cradle of Aviation Museum, Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center, and African American Museum. Sights like Old Westbury Gardens and Cathedral of the Incarnation highlight some of the local culture. You can watch performances at Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, JetBlue Sky Theater Planetarium, and The Space at Westbury if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Hofstra University hotels

1. The Selby

2. Hyatt Place Garden City

3. Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island

4. Long Island Marriott

5. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Long Island - Garden City

6. The Garden City Hotel

7. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton Long Island Farmingdale

8. Courtyard Westbury Long Island

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Rockville Centre

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Carle Place Garden City

11. Hilton Garden Inn Melville

12. Courtyard by Marriott Republic Aprt Long Island/Farmingdale

13. Residence Inn by Marriott New York JFK Airport

14. Econo Lodge Hicksville - Long Island

15. Best Western Premier Plainview-Long Island Hotel

16. Viana Hotel and Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

17. Marriott New York JFK Airport

18. Hyatt Regency JFK Airport at Resorts World New York

19. Homewood Suites Melville

20. Fairfield Inn by Marriott JFK Airport

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Top Hofstra University Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carle Place - Garden City, NY

Hyatt Place Garden City

Hotel Suites at Vanderbilt

Hampton Inn Garden City Long Island

Holiday Inn Westbury - Long Island by IHG

Springhill Suites by Marriott Carle Place Garden City

Hilton Garden Inn Westbury

Residence Inn Long Island Garden City

Courtyard Westbury Long Island

Other attractions near Hofstra University

Cradle of Aviation Museum

James M. Shuart Stadium

David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex

Mitchel Athletic Complex

Mitchel Field

Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Long Island Children's Museum

Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center

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