The Floral Park center point is about the area of Bellerose and 1 mile northeast of Belmont Stakes.
Floral Park has activities all year long, but none is more famous than the Belmont Stakes. This race is the third jewel in thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown and the oldest of the three Triple Crown races. Every June, millions of horse-racing fans descend on the area to watch the year's top 3-year-old horses cover the track faster than any four-legged animal should be able to do. This means if you're planning on visiting Floral Park in mid-June for any reason, reservations need to made years in advance, and you will pay premium prices for any hotel in the area.
On the other hand, if you're visiting in January through March, hotel prices swing to their lowest points of the year, although hotel rates spike briefly during the Valentine's Day holiday. While this time of year may not offer the best options for outdoor fun, it is a great time to visit one of the many museums in the area or take in a play. With New York City so easily accessible, you could even spend your days shopping on Fifth Avenue and then enjoy a quiet evening at a hotel in Floral Park.
From high-end hotels to moderately priced chains, there are many discounts out there for AAA members and groups. On the luxury side, the Andrew Hotel offers AAA discounts and some fabulous amenities.
The hotel is conveniently located in Great Neck Plaza just a few miles from the center of Floral Park. The Andrew Hotel offers valet parking, a 24-hour concierge service, and a free continental breakfast. The rooms are comfortable and spacious with pillowtop bedding to help you drift right off to sleep.
If you're traveling with a group, this hotel also offers group rates, convenient meeting spaces, and event planners to help your group enjoy both the hotel and the surrounding area.
A more affordable option for AAA travelers is the Best Western Queens Gold Coast. This hotel is convenient to the Cross Island Parkway and close to the Queens County Farm and Museum. It offers great amenities like free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and free breakfast. There is a restaurant on site, or you can walk to one of the restaurants in the area.
Groups and small conferences are welcome at the Best Western and will receive a great group discount. The hotel provides 700 feet of meeting space, along with an executive boardroom for you and your guests to enjoy.
Travelers looking to stretch their dollars a little further can find some great values in the Floral Park area. The Floral Park Motor Lodge is one of those little offbeat places with charm and personality that can't be matched by the big chain hotels.
This little hotel comes with all the modern amenities, a 24-hour fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and a free continental breakfast, but it's the personalized service and attention to detail that makes this place stand out. The Floral Park Motor Lodge is an easy walk from restaurants and is close to Belmont Park.
Another great hotel giving fantastic service at an affordable price is the Adria Hotel and Conference Center. Reviewers rave about the service and pricing at this hotel, even praising staff members by name for their friendly service.
Along with great service, the hotel offers amenities like free parking, a 24-hour business center, and free breakfast. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff will even help you get tickets to local tours and events. You'll get great service for a great price.
Floral Park has some great things to do. If you're a horse racing fan, Belmont Park offers year-round live thoroughbred racing. Enjoy the recently updated viewing areas, a top-class bar and restaurant, and live simulcasting, as well as the live racing. Visit on one of the many stakes days to get the full glory of the sport of kings.
If you aren't into horse racing, the only remaining farm in any of the five boroughs is right in Floral Park. Queens County Farm is located on 47 acres on the east side of town. This public farm is owned by the New York City Department of Parks and welcomes visitors year round. The farm produces fresh eggs from its chickens, honey from its beehives, and fleece and yarn from its sheep. In addition to the livestock, the farm also grows vegetables and flowers. Come out and pick your own bouquet, or just shop in the market for all your favorite farm-fresh items.
History buffs will also love the Queens County Farm. The farm was started in 1697 and is the longest continuously farmed piece of land in the state of New York.
Floral Park is a hidden haven in the bustling Queens section of New York City. A working farm, a horse race track, and quiet suburban streets all make this little village something special among the streets of New York. Envelop yourself in luxury, find great discounts, or stay at one of the smaller personalized hotels in the area. No matter what your choice, you're sure to enjoy this area of New York.