Hillcrest Travel Guide
New York
Popular places to visit
Times Square
New York’s infamous neon wonderland is hustle and bustle at its best, and an essential stop for all tourists.
Central Park
Offering blissful respite from Manhattan’s concrete jungle, this is the perfect spot to rest weary feet or enjoy 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
This majestic, lively hub for commuters is a must-see for architecture buffs.
Rockefeller Center
One of Manhattan’s most iconic developments, this hub of business and entertainment was considered a remarkable feat when it was completed in the late 1930s.
Statue of Liberty
This symbol of freedom, democracy and hope is one of the most famous statues in the world.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
New York: Central Park Walking Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
A New York Date Night Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel definitely in a great area, every thing you could do is walking distance and you are right next to grand central subway. The only thing is the rooms could use a bit of a renovation as the room we stayed in didn't have a working shower drain or phone and not the cleanest.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
No complimentary breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
I stayed at this resort for New Year. It was plenty of people but the staff made sure everything clean and everyone was safe. This hotel is in a nice location in Time Square.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Spacious room. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
The elevator situation was dismal as there were three small elevators serving a 44 story building. during peak usage times (i.e. midmorning near check out time) waits for an elevator exceeded 5 minutes and once on an elevator filled to capacity it continued to stop at nearly every floor extending ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
This has become my go-to hotel of late for NYC trips. Not because it's anything fancy, but the location right next to Penn Station, Amtrak, LIRR, and the A/C/E, 1/2/3, B/D/F/M, and 7 trains is so convenient. Many pilots & flight attendants whose regular route takes them to NY stay here for this reason. ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Queens
Citi Field and Forest Park are top sights in Queens, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Briarwood Van Wyck Blvd. Station or Jamaica Van Wyck Station to see more sights in the area.
Williamsburg
Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and Brooklyn Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.
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.).
Lower East Side
Travellers love Lower East Side for its fantastic nightlife, and you can see more of New York by jumping on the metro at Essex St. Station or Delancey St. Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Orchard Street Shopping District and Lower East Side Tenement Museum.
