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A sign for Stony Brook State University of New York surrounded by greenery and flowers.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a built-in bathtub, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a central coffee bar, seating areas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

1. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

7 mi from Short Beach

Patricia

£102

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel with a parking lot, a large building with multiple floors, and a forested area in the background.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a variety of baked goods, and a coffee station.

A patio area with red Adirondack chairs, blue umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

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

2. Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

5.7 mi from Short Beach

Kimberly

£124

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A well-organized snack and beverage section with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerated display, and a small table with snacks.

A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer monitor, keyboard, and a vase of flowers.

A modern reception area with a wooden desk, two computer monitors, a sofa, and a decorative shelf with various items.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold accents, and floral centerpieces.

3. Holiday Inn Long Island-Islip Arpt East by IHG

12.3 mi from Short Beach

Shalonda

£102

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a skylight, lounge chairs, and a seating area with tables.

A hotel dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a TV, a microwave, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a chandelier, and a welcome sign.

4. Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven

12.2 mi from Short Beach

Ucler

£105

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by windows and chairs.

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining table, chairs, and a basketball hoop.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent American flag, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black countertop, and a wooden floor.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville

10.9 mi from Short Beach

Markenson

£117

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A modern office space with a desk, computer, and chair.

A modern kitchen with a central island, glass display case, and dark wood cabinets.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a barbecue grill, and a pool table.

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

9.3 mi from Short Beach

Lisa

£134

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with sunlit areas, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A hallway with a high ceiling, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a zebra-striped carpet. Tables are neatly arranged with chairs, and the room is well-lit with ceiling lights.

A reception area with a dark wood reception desk, two laptops, a vase with white flowers, and a glass table.

7. Hyatt Regency Long Island

7.1 mi from Short Beach

Leonardo

£124

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor bar area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by a building with multiple floors and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a colorful wall mural.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by orange chairs and a lifeguard station.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

10 mi from Short Beach

James

£124

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A covered wooden deck with white railings, blue doors, and hanging flower arrangements.

A wooden dock with wicker chairs and a blue umbrella, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

A marina with multiple yachts docked at night.

A living room with a patterned sofa set, a glass coffee table, and a decorative chandelier.

9. Danfords Hotel and Marina

8.8 mi from Short Beach

Martin

£160

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A group of people toasting with wine glasses at a table.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a fireplace.

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Long Island Hauppauge

6.1 mi from Short Beach

Debra

£134

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern building entrance with a bench, potted plants, and a blue mat leading to a reception area.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden desk, a chair, a lamp, and a television.

A modern office space with a long desk, two chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a desk lamp, and a bedside table with a phone.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

6.8 mi from Short Beach

Deniese

£122

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, marble countertops, and dark wooden cabinets.

A store named 'The Shop' with a variety of chilled beverages, snacks, and dairy products.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, round tables, chairs, and large umbrellas.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

9.9 mi from Short Beach

Elizabeth

£102

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A brick building with a grand entrance, large columns, and a fire pit in the center.

A modern restaurant with brick walls, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a television, and a large plant.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Huntington Downtown

10.6 mi from Short Beach

Ciara

£159

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and various food items displayed.

An indoor swimming pool with clear depth markers, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted mirror.

A vending area with a 'Welcome to Commack' sign, a 'Local Honey' chalkboard, and a 'Treats' sign above a shelf with snacks.

14. Hampton Inn Long Island / Commack

7.7 mi from Short Beach

Daniel

£134

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit surrounded by sofas and chairs, string lights overhead, and a view of a multi-story building in the background.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with a high ceiling and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a stone pillar, a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a desk.

15. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

10 mi from Short Beach

Meghan

£128

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A couple in white bathrobes holding champagne glasses in a hotel room with a large window and a door in the background.

A spacious atrium with high ceilings, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A spacious atrium with high ceilings, a glass ceiling, and multiple levels of balconies.

A bar area with a hexagonal shelving unit displaying bottles, a flat-screen TV, and bar stools.

16. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

7.4 mi from Short Beach

WILLIAM

£109

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

Two twin beds with white bedding, wooden headboards, bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

Whitman Motor Lodge with a sign indicating 2-room suites and free WiFi.

A compact kitchen with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A room with a blue sofa, a wooden table with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

17. Whitman Motor Lodge

10.4 mi from Short Beach

ANDREA

£139

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent tower and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, dining area, and a bar.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, a menu board, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

9.2 mi from Short Beach

MD Ekrim

£137

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with brick walls, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area.

A kitchen with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a fruit basket.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by a brick building and trees.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There are four chairs around a central island.

19. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

7.6 mi from Short Beach

Christopher

£115

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a car parked in front.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with armchairs and sofas, patterned carpet, and ambient lighting.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

11.2 mi from Short Beach

darrell

£81

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Short Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Long Island-Islip Arpt East by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,012 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven	8.8 Excellent 1,646 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View

Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, staff friendly and helpful"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

8/10 Good

"Property was clean and staff was attentive. The bes was noisy"

SureStay Plus by Best Western Woodbury Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The niceness of the property for the price… especially in such an expensive part of the country."

Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Ronkonkoma MacArthur Airport

8/10 Good

"I truly enjoyed my stay. The hotel was a beautiful older building with a lot of character and a nostalgic vibe."

Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

10/10 Excellent

"When we head out East from Queens, we always stay here. Staff is friendly and always accommodating. Rooms are clean, breakfast is good and plentiful. This visit my bed felt a bit uncomfortable the first night, but I slept better the second night. We'll be back."

Hyatt Regency Long Island

10/10 Excellent

"Great place. Very comfy beds. Would prefer coffee maker and microwave in room but overall a great stay"

Other attractions near Short Beach

A large red brick building with a green roof, surrounded by trees and a parking lot.

Nissequogue River State Park

You can take time to visit Nissequogue River State Park during your travels to Kings Park. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

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A coastal town with a marina filled with boats, a lighthouse, and a hill with buildings.

Avalon Park and Preserve

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Avalon Park and Preserve, a lovely green space in Head of the Harbor. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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A wooden fence, a pond, and a house with white shutters.

Stony Brook Grist Mill

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Head of the Harbor with a stop at Stony Brook Grist Mill. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Makamah Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Makamah Beach during your trip to Fort Salonga? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Harmony Vineyards

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Harmony Vineyards during your travels to Head of the Harbor. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Caleb Smith State Park

5.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Caleb Smith State Park during your travels to Smithtown. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Short Beach?

Short Beach is located in Nissequogue. You'll find 18 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Short Beach?

Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. You'll find it 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Short Beach. Other good options around the area include Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island and Hyatt Regency Long Island.

How many hotels will I find near Short Beach?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Short Beach.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Short Beach.

What can I see and do near Short Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Long Island Museum of American Art, History, and Carriages and West Meadow Beach Historic District. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Avalon Park and Preserve and Blydenburgh County Park. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Nissequogue River, Caleb Smith State Park and Makamah Beach.

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Our top choices for Short Beach hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

2. Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

3. Holiday Inn Long Island-Islip Arpt East by IHG

4. Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

7. Hyatt Regency Long Island

8. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

9. Danfords Hotel and Marina

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Long Island Hauppauge

11. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

12. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Huntington Downtown

14. Hampton Inn Long Island / Commack

15. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

16. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

17. Whitman Motor Lodge

18. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

19. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

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Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Long Island-Brookhaven

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

SureStay Plus by Best Western Woodbury Inn

Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Ronkonkoma MacArthur Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

Hyatt Regency Long Island

Other attractions near Short Beach

Nissequogue River State Park

Avalon Park and Preserve

Stony Brook Grist Mill

Makamah Beach

Harmony Vineyards

Caleb Smith State Park

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