Astoria Inn LaGuardia Hotel

Astoria Inn LaGuardia Hotel Overview

First Impressions

The Astoria Inn LaGuardia Hotel sits on Steinway Street in Queens, and honestly, it’s one of those places that surprises you in the best way. This three-star property doesn’t try to be something it’s not — instead, it focuses on getting the basics absolutely right. You know what I love about this place? It actually feels like someone thought about what travelers really need, especially when you’re dealing with the chaos of getting in and out of New York.

Location That Actually Works

Here’s the thing about staying in Astoria — you’re close enough to Manhattan that you don’t feel cut off, but far enough away that you’re not paying those insane midtown prices. The hotel is perfectly positioned for LaGuardia access (which is why couples rate the location so highly), but you’re also in one of Queens’ most vibrant neighborhoods. Steinway Street has this great mix of Greek tavernas, Middle Eastern markets, and coffee shops that locals actually frequent. I mean, you can grab authentic baklava at 10 PM if you want to — try doing that in Times Square without paying tourist prices.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was clean, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet considering you’re on a busy street. Nothing fancy, but everything worked — the AC was strong (crucial in summer), the WiFi was reliable, and the bed was actually comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up feeling like I’d been wrestling with it all night. The bathroom was compact but well-designed, with good water pressure and plenty of hot water. Sometimes you just want a place where you can shower, sleep, and recharge without any drama, and this delivers on that front.

Practical Perks

What really sets this place apart is the parking situation — they have private parking right at the hotel, which is honestly a game-changer if you’re driving in New York. I’ve stayed at places in Manhattan where parking costs more per night than this entire room rate. The staff here actually knows the neighborhood too, so when I asked about getting to Flushing Meadows, they gave me specific subway directions rather than just pointing vaguely toward the street. Little things like that make a difference when you’re trying to navigate an unfamiliar area.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t going to be the most Instagram-worthy hotel you’ll ever stay at, but it’s the kind of place that just works. Recent guests consistently rate the location highly because it solves real problems — easy airport access, genuine neighborhood character, and reasonable prices. You’re getting solid value without the tourist trap markup, plus you’re staying in a part of New York that feels authentic rather than manufactured for visitors. If you want to experience Queens properly while still having Manhattan within reach, this is honestly one of the smarter choices you can make.

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Astoria Inn LaGuardia Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Astoria Inn LaGuardia Hotel

• Aïtallah from France (8/10)

  Nice location, room was super clean & very spacious. Staff at the reception desk were phenomenal. Thanks!

• Jennifer from United States (8/10)

  No breakfast but that's ok

• Alisa from Belgium (7/10)

  good for the price, you have everything what you need.
  can recommend for short stay
  location is very good, only 30 minutes to Broadway by metro.
  we go free upgrade for one more person in room for 4. it was very sweet and g
  helpful.

• Michael from Ireland (8/10)

  Staff is very helpful Good location to new York city lots of food places around this hotel.

• Jessica from Germany (7/10)

  Beds were comfortable. It was nice to have a kettle, microwave and fridge. Staff were friendly.

• Cessou from United States (7/10)

• David from United States (8/10)

  Location was good for us.

• Cuthbert from New Zealand (7/10)

  Really helpful staff. Great to be able to store bags while we attended the tennis.

• Melissa from United States (8/10)

  The room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. The parking garage was great. I was just coming in for a night from Maryland, so being able to park the car for a very reasonable fee was a huge benefit.

• Martin from United Kingdom (7/10)

  A surprisingly pleasant hotel. Great location and really helpful staff. Plenty of locations locally for food and drink at whatever hour. If your flying from LGA then it's really useful.

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