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An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a few chairs near the windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with a 'welcome' sign, comfortable seating areas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern office space with a large flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a microwave, and a small plant.

1. Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia

11.6 km from Short Beach

Jeronda

AED 397

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, directional signs, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

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

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

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

19.7 km from Short Beach

Mohammad

AED 408

AED 466 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative lighting.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

9.2 km from Short Beach

zhe

AED 474

AED 541 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

4. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

11 km from Short Beach

Alberto

AED 459

AED 525 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by red and white tiled walls, and equipped with sun loungers and potted plants.

5. Residence Inn By Marriott Long Island Hauppauge

9.7 km from Short Beach

John

AED 558

AED 651 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a glass atrium, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

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

6. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

11.9 km from Short Beach

WILLIAM

AED 492

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville

17.5 km from Short Beach

Carly

AED 496

AED 567 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

16.1 km from Short Beach

Amanda

AED 529

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel entrance with a flag, a covered walkway, and a sign for Homewood Suites Hilton.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

15 km from Short Beach

Nicole

AED 589

AED 673 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A marina with boats docked, a pier with blue umbrellas and white chairs, and a flagpole with flags.

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

A marina with multiple yachts docked at night.

10. Danfords Hotel and Marina

14.2 km from Short Beach

Esther

AED 636

AED 871 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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 desk, chair, television, and a small table with a lamp.

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

11. Hampton Inn Long Island / Commack

12.4 km from Short Beach

Stephen

AED 465

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 spacious lobby with exposed brick walls, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Huntington Downtown

17 km from Short Beach

Eric

AED 687

AED 785 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 spacious lobby with a central fireplace, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

13. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

15.9 km from Short Beach

Elizabeth

AED 434

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a lifeguard stand.

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

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

14. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

11.2 km from Short Beach

Mirna

AED 529

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and a small round table. There are two lamps on either side of the sofa.

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

15. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

12.3 km from Short Beach

Christopher

AED 563

AED 643 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

A buffet area with a microwave, toaster, and various food items on a counter.

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

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

16. Whitman Motor Lodge

16.8 km from Short Beach

Dana

AED 539

AED 616 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

17. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

16.1 km from Short Beach

Meghan

AED 606

AED 692 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 bar area with a long counter, bar stools, a menu board, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

14.9 km from Short Beach

Kristen

AED 584

AED 667 total

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a framed artwork above the counter, and a potted plant on the counter.

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

18 km from Short Beach

darrell

AED 338

AED 386 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a mix of seating areas, a reception desk, and large windows offering views.

20. Hyatt Regency Long Island

11.4 km from Short Beach

Leonardo

AED 528

AED 603 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Short Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia	8.6 Excellent 1,208 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Long Island-Islip Arpt East by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island	8.4 Very good 1,619 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott Long Island Hauppauge	8.8 Excellent 431 reviews	View

Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Danfords Hotel and Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were great, very helpful and so nice. Room was beautiful and clean. Will definitely be booking this place again."

Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was excellent. Everybody was friendly very helpful. Got the TV running for me. I was very impressed. I will definitely be going there again and recommending this to everybody else."

Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were nice and clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. All in all a nice experience"

Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

10/10 Excellent

"Todo muy limpio"

Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

8/10 Good

"No coffee in room and no gym"

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 when you take a trip to 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 17 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Short Beach?

Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 are there near Short Beach?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 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 a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Short Beach.

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

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Short Beach, head over to our customer service page.

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, Makamah Beach, and Caleb Smith State Park.

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Our top choices for Short Beach hotels

1. Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

4. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

5. Residence Inn By Marriott Long Island Hauppauge

6. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville

8. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

10. Danfords Hotel and Marina

11. Hampton Inn Long Island / Commack

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Huntington Downtown

13. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

14. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

15. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

16. Whitman Motor Lodge

17. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

18. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

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

20. Hyatt Regency Long Island

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Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Danfords Hotel and Marina

Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island

Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

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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