The Hotel Post

Welcome back! We have set aside rooms at two nearby hotels for you to call and get our group rate. As is common knowledge, it is incredibly difficult to get an affordable AND comfortable hotel in New York but we did our best. If you chose to stay at one of our group hotels make sure to make your reservation with the group name of Corey/Lyon to get the group rate. Our group's hotel information is as follows:

Comfort Inn - Long Island City
42-24 Crescent St.
Long Island City, NY 11101
phone (718) 303-3700
http://www.comfortinnlic.com/

Single Room - King Bed - $144.79 +tax
Double Room – 2 Queen Beds - $160.79 +tax

If you wish to stay here please let us know before you make your reservation as we may be able to get a whopping 5% more off if we can guarantee a certain number of rooms.

DIRECTIONS from Comfort Inn to Gantry Plaza State Park:

Walk to Queensboro Plaza Station (1/2 block).
Take 7 Train towards Manhattan 2 stops to Vernon Blvd – Jackson Ave.
Walk North on Vernon Blvd and turn left at 49th Ave
Continue 2 Blocks on 49th Ave to Gantry Plaza State Park
Ceremony is on Pier 2 (Cafe Pier)


Holiday Inn Manhattan View
39-05 29th Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
phone (718) 707-3700

http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/lgali?stopredirect=true

Single Room - King Bed - $149 +tax
Double Room - 2 Queen Beds - $159 +tax

The Holiday Inn provided us with a link to book your room directly online:

Lyon/Corey Wedding



DIRECTIONS from Holiday Inn to Gantry Plaza State Park:

Walk 2 short blocks to 39th Ave Station
Take N,W Train towards Manhattan 1 stop to Queensboro Plaza Station
Transfer across the train platform to the 7 Train
Take 7 Train towards Manhattan 2 stops to Vernon Blvd – Jackson Ave.
Walk North on Vernon Blvd and turn left at 49th Ave
Continue 2 Blocks on 49th Ave to Gantry Plaza State Park
Ceremony is on Pier 2 (Cafe Pier)


Here is a Map of the two Hotels, Trains, Gantry Park, and L.I.C. Bar:



View Hotels and Trains in a larger map




Other hotel options in the area:


Ravel Hotel
808 Queens Plz S
Long Island City, NY 11101
phone (718) 289-6101

http://www.ravelhotel.com/


“Long Island City's first luxury boutique hotel

The Ravel is Long Island City's first luxury boutique hotel featuring 63 lavishly designed guestrooms overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Ravel is centrally located 1 mile east of midtown Manhattan. Nestled between the 59th Street Queensboro Bridge and midtown Manhattan, the Ravel offers guests a true city experience without the hassle. Whether you're traveling for business, pleasure, or both, the Ravel offers all the comforts of home. All 63 rooms are uniquely designed to offer guests the highest level of satisfaction and comfort. Whether you enjoy the spacious 9ft ceilings, relaxing on your own private balcony, or indulging in our spa-like bathrooms, the Ravel offers guests a true outlet to relieve the stresses of life.” ~From their website



Verve Hotel
40-03 29th Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
phone (718) 786-4545

http://www.ascendcollection.com/hotel-long_island_city-new_york-NY330?promo=gglocal

“All inviting guest rooms have refrigerators, coffee makers, curved shower rods, desks, irons, ironing boards, safes and cable television. In addition, suites come equipped with free bottled water, microwaves and robes. Ask about rooms with whirlpool bathtubs.

Laundry facilities and vending machines are located on the premises for your added convenience. On-site parking is available for a fee.

The Verve Hotel offers boutique hotel accommodations at affordable rates. We are the perfect destination for business and leisure travelers visiting the Long Island City and New York City areas. Make your reservations with us today.” ~From their website


Best Western Plaza Hotel
3934 21st Street
Long Island City, NY 11101-6122
phone (718) 880-3853

http://www.bestwesternnewyork.com/hotels/best-western-plaza-hotel/index.html

“Welcome to the Best Western Plaza Hotel, a brand new hotel where guests will find friendly customer service and superior accommodations at an affordable price. Located just five minutes from Manhattan, New York, this Long Island City hotel features well-appointed guest rooms with cable satellite television and free wireless high-speed Internet access. Guests staying at this 100% non-smoking hotel will enjoy a variety of amenities including a complimentary continental breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, limited free parking and meeting facilities accommodating up to 10 people-ideal for intimate conferences.” ~From their website

Save The Date!

Dear Family and Friends

Save the Date!!!

Alden and Sarah are getting married!

Saturday September 4th, 2010, 1:00pm

at Gantry Park (http://queens.about.com/od/parks/p/gantry_park.htm)
Long Island City,
New York City

Following the ceremony at Gantry Park there will be a Cocktail Reception from 2:00pm - 5:00pm

at the patio and carriage house of L.I.C. Bar (http://www.longislandcitybar.com/)

No need to RSVP now, although if you already know
that you cannot make it please do let us know.

We are very excited to see everyone on our big day!