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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.

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

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

1. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

11.9 km from Short Beach

KOMAL

RM559

RM638 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

2. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

11.2 km from Short Beach

Mirna

RM588

RM672 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

19.7 km from Short Beach

Mohammad

RM412

RM471 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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

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

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

4. Whitman Motor Lodge

16.8 km from Short Beach

Dana

RM644

RM735 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

15.9 km from Short Beach

Elizabeth

RM447

RM511 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered porch with white railings, hanging flower baskets, and decorative ceiling fixtures.

A marina with multiple yachts docked at night.

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

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

6. Danfords Hotel and Marina

14.2 km from Short Beach

Esther

RM707

RM969 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

14.9 km from Short Beach

Kelly

RM586

RM670 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

8. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

15 km from Short Beach

Nicole

RM648

RM741 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

A room with a brick wall, a sofa, a dining table, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table, and a painting on the wall.

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

9. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

12.3 km from Short Beach

Christopher

RM625

RM715 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

A modern dining area with a coffee station, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

10. Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia

11.6 km from Short Beach

Jeronda

RM437

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, benches, and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, red and beige seating areas, a bar with a counter, and a conference room with red chairs and a desk.

A café named 'CAFE PRONTO' with a counter and seating area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining areas, wooden furniture, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

11. Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island

11.6 km from Short Beach

Franck

RM499

RM571 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

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

12. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

11 km from Short Beach

Dana J

RM478

RM546 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large window, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a leather chair, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, and a television on a stand.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large wall panel.

A reception area with a counter, chairs, and a table.

13. Rodeway Inn Macarthur Airport

15.1 km from Short Beach

Virginia A

RM378

RM432 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 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.

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

14. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

16.1 km from Short Beach

Meghan

RM606

RM693 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

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

18 km from Short Beach

darrell

RM375

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

16. Hyatt Regency Long Island

11.4 km from Short Beach

Leonardo

RM555

RM634 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large abstract paintings, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A conference room with round tables, black chairs, and a patterned carpet.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and mirrors.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

17. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Ronkonkoma MacArthur Airport

16.8 km from Short Beach

William Flood

RM291

RM455 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

18. Americas Best Value Inn Port Jefferson Station Long Island

16.2 km from Short Beach

Seth

RM558

RM638 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a door, brick walls, and a window with a view of the street.

A multi-story parking garage with a brick facade, multiple levels, and a central staircase.

A bathroom with a granite sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a bottle of hand sanitizer.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

19. Deer Park Motor Inn

18 km from Short Beach

John

RM428

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a bench, and a wall sign.

A wooden dining table with a vase of flowers, a napkin holder, and a chair.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, dining table, and a TV.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a tiled backsplash, and a trash can.

20. Sundown Escape-South Shore Long Island

18.4 km from Short Beach

Samantha

RM540

RM1,223 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Short Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only	8.2 Very good 1,321 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Long Island-Islip Arpt East by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Whitman Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This place isn't an expensive but it's consistently clean updated and one of the best Holiday Inn Expresses I stay at"

Danfords Hotel and Marina

8/10 Good

"The hotel was nice especially by the marina. They say it is Marina front property but we were put a block away at some small back room building so the view is horrible. The room was nice everything else was good except being misled on Marina property"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Noel at the front desk was helpful"

Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

8/10 Good

"Parking"

SureStay Plus by Best Western Woodbury Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean to the point and friendly service. Can’t ask for much more for the price point. Breakfast was a bonus."

Hyatt Regency Long Island

10/10 Excellent

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Marriott Melville Long Island

10/10 Excellent

"Better menus at restaurant"

Best Western Premier Plainview-Long Island Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was smooth, room clean, room spacious and very comfy bed! Highly recommend 🙌👏💜"

Hilton Garden Inn Melville

8/10 Good

"The room was too dark"

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 17 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 17 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, Makamah Beach and Caleb Smith State Park.

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Our top choices for Short Beach hotels

1. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adult Only

2. Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

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

4. Whitman Motor Lodge

5. Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport

6. Danfords Hotel and Marina

7. Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport

8. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ronkonkoma

9. Chalet Inn & Suites Centerport

10. Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia

11. Radisson Hotel Hauppauge-Long Island

12. Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

13. Rodeway Inn Macarthur Airport

14. Residence Inn Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex

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

16. Hyatt Regency Long Island

17. Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Ronkonkoma MacArthur Airport

18. Americas Best Value Inn Port Jefferson Station Long Island

19. Deer Park Motor Inn

20. Sundown Escape-South Shore Long Island

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Top Short Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook by IHG

Danfords Hotel and Marina

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport

Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island

SureStay Plus by Best Western Woodbury Inn

Hyatt Regency Long Island

Marriott Melville Long Island

Best Western Premier Plainview-Long Island Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Melville

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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