Hotels near Madison Square Garden for Preseason: New York Knicks v Washington Wizards
Sorted by distance to Madison Square Garden — each room priced against Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, Trip.com and Hotels.com
What is Preseason: New York Knicks v Washington Wizards?
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. See nba.com/knicks/tickets/fan-first for more details. For Chase Offers: 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.
Description from ticketmaster.com.
Which hotels are closest to Madison Square Garden?
The closest bookable hotel to Madison Square Garden for Preseason: New York Knicks v Washington Wizards 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 8 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 Preseason: New York Knicks v Washington Wizards?
The game is on 2026-10-08, an evening fixture. If you’re travelling from out of town and want to avoid post-game traffic or late-night transit, consider booking the night of 2026-10-08. Some fans choose to stay the night before as well — especially if arriving from afar or planning to explore the area beforehand — but that depends on your schedule. Since this is a single preseason game with no multi-day tournament structure, most supporters book just one night, though families or groups may prefer two nights for flexibility.
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 farthest (Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel) is 8 minutes away, the closest (Midtown West Hotel and Stewart Hotel) are 3 minutes away. There is no need to rely on vehicles: walking is direct and common. Ride-share drop-off is available near the venue, but services thin out late — check the last departure before you go. Buses and a train station within the precinct serve the area, but exact transit times and schedules vary by time of day and service.
Where do you eat and drink after the sporting event?
After the game ends, the immediate area around Madison Square Garden has bars, casual eateries, and late-night food options catering to sports fans. Many venues show other matches, and group-friendly spaces are common in Midtown West and the NoMad/Chelsea areas where the listed hotels are located.
What is the area around Madison Square Garden like?
The hotels are clustered in Midtown West, Chelsea, and the NoMad area — a lively, walkable part of Manhattan with restaurants, cafes, and public transport access. It’s densely built and urban, with sidewalks, street lighting, and frequent foot traffic — suitable for groups and families. The neighbourhood is well-connected but busy, especially around event times; pedestrian flow increases significantly before and after games at MSG.
Frequently asked questions
How far are the hotels from Madison Square Garden?
The nearest hotels — Midtown West Hotel and Stewart Hotel — are a 3-minute walk from Madison Square Garden. The farthest listed, Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel, is an 8-minute walk. All others fall between those times.
Can we get a room for four people?
The event type notes that supporters often travel as a group or family and seek rooms for three or four people. While room configurations aren’t specified in the data, the listed hotels include 3- and 4-star properties typical of Midtown Manhattan, many of which offer family rooms or suites — confirm availability directly with the hotel when booking.
How bad is getting away afterwards?
Leaving right after the game can mean crowds and slower movement on foot or in ride-shares, especially during peak exit times. Walking back to nearby hotels avoids traffic entirely — all options are under 8 minutes on foot. Public transport remains available, but services thin out late — check the last departure before you go.
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.