Manhattan venturing is waaaay easier when you don’t have to worry about parallel parking. Subway’s within a 10-min stroll.

Easy walk to the train for access to Manhattan, if that’s where you’re headed.

Up-and-coming neighborhood promises lots of new museums and galleries, including the MoMA PS1 and Socrates Sculpture Park. Go get art-smart.

Occupying a (you guessed it) former paper factory, now transformed into a contemporary, sophisticated place to rest your head.

A handful of blocks to the subway (read: car-free Manhattan venturing is a breeze).

Yo, Adria! Great location in a swell neighborhood and within walking distance of the LIRR for trips to Manhattan.

In-room windows are huge, gigantic even (the better to see the killer views with).

Steer clear of the touristy zone. With innovative art, cuisine from all over the world and cutting-edge theater, Queens is surprisingly happenin’.

Elegant simplicity reigns supreme in each of these well-appointed guestrooms.

Unique details like the lobby’s retro split-flap arrivals board remind us of the glory days of travel (with a sleek, modern twist).

In the middle of LIC (the new cool Queens), and with a spectacular view of Manhattan to top it off.

Manhattan venturing is waaaay easier when you don’t have to worry about parallel parking. Subway’s within a 10-min stroll.

Breakfast is basic but tasty and free.

How to support local artists: just look at your walls.

Spacious suites with 40" TVs and kitchenettes for home-style cookin'.

Free breakfast! Yes, there’s coffee.