Hotels near Madison Square Garden for New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders
Sorted by distance to Madison Square Garden — each room priced against Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com and Hotels.com
What is New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders?
Pre-sale codes may not be purchased or transferred. Purchases must be made using the pre-sale code during the applicable pre-sale period; service charges apply. Limit four (4) tickets per customer per game. All tickets are subject to availability. All sales final; no refunds or exchanges. Offer may be revoked or modified at any time without notice and is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Contact the Disabled Services Department at 888-609-7599 regarding accessible and companion seats. Chase Early On Sale with Fan First and Chase Onsale: Must use an eligible Chase Credit or Debit card to purchase tickets. Deposit & credit card products provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.
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Which hotels are closest to Madison Square Garden?
The closest bookable hotel to Madison Square Garden for New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders is Midtown West Hotel, a 3-minute walk (0.19 km) from the venue. In total, 8 hotels sit within a 15-minute walk of Madison Square Garden, ranging from 0.19 km to 0.26 km away. Live nightly prices for 6 October 2026 are on the booking page, compared side-by-side with Booking.com and Expedia.
Midtown West Hotel
Stewart Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites New York Midtown Manhattan/Penn Station
The New Yorker Hotel by Lotte Hotel
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express NYC Chelsea – NoMad Area by IHG
Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel
Holiday Inn Express NYC Chelsea - NoMad Area
Which nights should you book for New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders?
The game is on Tuesday, 6 October 2026. Most supporters book one night — either the night before if arriving from out of town, or the night of the game to avoid post-match transport delays. Since the fixture is in the evening and getting away afterwards can be challenging, staying overnight is common. If you’re travelling with family or a group and plan to leave the next morning, booking for the night of 6 October is typical.
How do you get to Madison Square Garden?
Hotels beyond walking distance are still well connected: the A Line train, the 1 Line train, the M20 bus serve Madison Square Garden. Exquisite 1826 Landmarked Carriage House In New York is about 13 minutes away on public transport. Services thin out late — check the last departure before you travel.
All listed hotels are within an 8-minute walk of Madison Square Garden — the furthest is Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel at 8 minutes. There is no need to rely on vehicles or transit for the short trip to the arena. However, after the game, ride-share drop-off and pick-up points near the venue can be busy, and services thin out late — check the last departure before you go. Buses and a train station within the precinct serve the area, but walking remains the most direct option from these hotels.
Where do you eat and drink after the sporting event?
After the game, fans often head to nearby bars and casual restaurants in Midtown West and the Chelsea/NoMad area. Many of the hotels themselves have lounges or bars where other matches may be shown, and some offer group-friendly seating. The immediate vicinity has a mix of sports bars, diners, and late-night eateries suited to groups celebrating or winding down.
What is the area around Madison Square Garden like?
The hotels are clustered in Midtown West and the adjacent Chelsea and NoMad neighbourhoods — a lively, well-connected part of Manhattan with wide sidewalks, frequent lighting, and plenty of food and transport options. It’s a walkable urban area popular with visitors, with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities. Street-level activity remains high in the evenings, especially around game time.
Frequently asked questions
How far are the hotels from Madison Square Garden?
All listed hotels are between 3 and 8 minutes’ walk from Madison Square Garden — Midtown West Hotel and Stewart Hotel are closest at 3 minutes, while Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel is the furthest at 8 minutes.
Can we get a room for four people?
Hotels listed include 3- and 4-star options, and the event type notes that supporters often seek rooms for three or four people. While specific room configurations aren’t provided, standard 4-star properties like Stewart Hotel, Fairfield Inn & Suites, and The New Yorker Hotel by Lotte typically offer family or group-friendly room types — contact the hotel directly to confirm availability.
How bad is getting away after the game?
Getting away afterwards can be challenging due to crowd volume and limited late-night transport capacity near the venue. Ride-share queues form quickly, and public transit services thin out late — checking the last departure time in advance is recommended. Walking back to your hotel is viable for all listed options, given their proximity.
Event details are sourced from the venue's public calendar and may change — always confirm with the official ticket seller (tickets). Hotel availability and prices are live on the search page.