Business Hotels Near Republic Airport, Long Island
Republic Airport in East Farmingdale is Long Island's main airfield for corporate jets and private flights, so many people landing here are on a business trip rather than a holiday. The hotels on this page are tagged for business travellers and share a few practical traits: business centres, free parking and on-site dining. Two of them carry the airport's name and run a free shuttle, Courtyard by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale. Others sit in Melville, Garden City or Plainview, which suits meetings elsewhere on Long Island, and a few add conference space for larger groups.
Republic Airport sits in East Farmingdale, in the middle of Long Island, and serves mostly corporate and private aviation. The hotels around it spread across Farmingdale, Melville, Plainview and Garden City, linked by car more than by transit. It is a working area built around offices, roads and parking.
Where to stay near the airport
Where to Base a Republic Airport Trip
A business stay near Republic Airport works best when the hotel matches the reason for the trip: a short hop from the airfield, a base near offices in Melville or Garden City, or meeting space for a team. The hotels here cover those three cases, with business centres, fitness rooms and free parking for a rental car.
If the airfield itself is the reason for the trip, I would stay at one of the two hotels named after it. Courtyard by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale has a complimentary airport shuttle, a fitness room, a restaurant and bar and a business center, with an 8.6 guest score. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale also runs a shuttle and adds free breakfast and a kitchenette in every suite, which suits a longer project in Farmingdale when you want to cook rather than eat out every night. Both offer free parking for anyone who prefers a rental car on Long Island.
For meetings along the Melville corridor, two hotels stand out. Marriott Melville Long Island has an indoor pool, a fitness center, a business center and an 8.4 score across more than two thousand reviews. Hilton Garden Inn Melville, also scored 8.4, adds a hot tub, a restaurant and bar, and free parking. Melville hosts many corporate offices, so these two work for a visitor who flies into Republic for a day of meetings nearby. Holiday Inn Plainview-Long Island by IHG, nearby in Plainview, offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center and free parking. All three suit a visitor with a rental car, since parking is free at each of them.
When the trip includes a conference or an offsite, the larger properties make more sense. Hyatt Regency Long Island has a conference center, two pools, two tennis courts and a golf course, which gives a team something to do between sessions. The Mansion at Glen Cove, on the North Shore, offers meeting spaces, pools, a spa and a fitness center in a stately setting. Long Island Marriott, next to an event venue, combines an indoor pool, a spa, a restaurant and a business center, and is the most reviewed of the conventional hotels on this list, with more than three thousand reviews.
For a more polished stay, The Garden City Hotel is the four-star choice, with an indoor pool, a spa, a fitness center and refined dining, a short walk from Garden City's Seventh Street. Viana Hotel and Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, has the highest score here at 9.0, with Feng Shui-inspired rooms, an indoor pool and a spa. On a tighter brief, Comfort Inn Syosset-Long Island and East Norwich Inn include breakfast, parking and a business center. Jake's 58 Casino Hotel is adults-only with a casino, so I would keep it for after-hours plans rather than as a work base.
A traveler's takeFor a one-night trip through Republic Airport, I would choose Courtyard by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale: its free shuttle covers the short transfer to the airfield in East Farmingdale and its business center handles printing before a meeting. For a week on a project, I would pick TownePlace Suites by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale for the kitchenette in every suite and the included breakfast.
Business9.0Viana Hotel and Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Feng Shui-inspired rooms, a spa, and fusion dining near Republic Airport
Why guests love itViana Hotel and Spa is a four-star hotel with Feng Shui-inspired rooms, a spa and a fusion restaurant. The building is sustainably built and has an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness centre, a business centre, free parking and free Wi-Fi, and pets are welcome. It is a short taxi ride from Republic Airport. Guests rate it 9.0 across almost 2,000 reviews. I would pick it for a calm, wellness-minded stay.
Business8.8The Garden City Hotel
Historic luxury hotel with indoor pool, spa, and refined dining
Why guests love itThe Garden City Hotel is a four-star historic hotel with an indoor pool, a spa, a fitness centre and refined dining. It also has business facilities, and it is a short walk from Garden City and Seventh Street. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 2,200 reviews, a high score for the category. I would choose it for a polished stay near Republic Airport, for leisure or work, rather than for a cheap overnight.
Business8.6Courtyard by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale
Modern airport hotel with shuttle, fitness room, and on-site dining
Why guests love itCourtyard by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale is a modern, kid-friendly hotel with a free airport shuttle, which saves loading children and bags into a taxi. There is a restaurant and bar for an easy dinner, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and free parking, and the building is smoke-free and air-conditioned. Guests rate it 8.6 across 811 reviews. The area is quiet, so I would book it for a calm night before or after a Republic Airport flight.
Business8.6Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex
Airy rooms with an indoor pool and free parking near Islip Courthouse
Why guests love itFamilies driving across Long Island get the basics right here: an indoor pool that works in any weather, a gym, a restaurant and free parking right outside. Rooms are described as airy, the building is smoke-free and accessible, and the score of 8.6 from nearly 600 reviews is reassuring. The catch is distance, since Republic Airport is around 47 minutes by taxi and public transport is slower. I would choose it for a car-based trip around Islip rather than a dash to the airport.
Business8.4Marriott Melville Long Island
Casual 3-star hotel with an indoor pool and dining options
Why guests love itMarriott Melville Long Island is a casual, comfortable option for families staying on Long Island. The indoor pool gives children something to do in any weather, the on-site dining options keep evenings simple, and free parking suits families travelling by car. Rooms are air-conditioned, and parents can use the fitness center. Republic Airport is a 40-minute taxi ride away, so this works best for a longer stay rather than an early flight.
Business8.4Hilton Garden Inn Melville
Modern hotel with indoor pool, fitness center, and free parking
Why guests love itHilton Garden Inn Melville is a modern three-star hotel with an indoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It has an on-site restaurant and bar, pet-friendly rooms and a smoke-free policy, and it suits families and business travellers. It is a 39-minute taxi ride from Republic Airport. Guests rate it 8.4 across more than 1,300 reviews. I would choose it for a comfortable stay with a car, not a quick airport stop.
Business8.0Long Island Marriott
Contemporary hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and restaurant
Why guests love itThe Long Island Marriott works well for families who have a car and some time. The indoor pool is the main draw for children, the on-site restaurant keeps dinner simple, and parking is free. Rooms are air-conditioned, the hotel is smoke-free and full-service laundry helps on longer stays. Parents get a spa and a fitness center too, and the event venue next door makes it convenient when a show or game is on the family agenda.
Business8.0Holiday Inn Plainview-Long Island by IHG
Modern rooms with an outdoor pool and easy airport access by taxi
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Plainview-Long Island by IHG offers modern rooms and suites with an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a lounge. It provides free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre, and it is smoke-free and kid-friendly, suitable for families and business travellers. It is a 37-minute taxi ride from Republic Airport. Guests rate it 8.0 across more than 1,300 reviews. I would choose it for a comfortable stay with a car rather than for a quick airport stop.
Business8.0Comfort Inn Syosset-Long Island
Modern rooms with free hot breakfast and a colorful lobby bar
Why guests love itComfort Inn Syosset-Long Island is a laid-back, kid-friendly hotel with modern rooms and suites, which give families a little more space. The free hot breakfast sorts out mornings, Wi-Fi and parking are free, and the colourful lobby bar is a relaxed spot for parents in the evening. The building is smoke-free and accessible, with a fitness centre. Republic Airport is about 38 minutes by taxi. Guests rate it 8.0 across 704 reviews, and I would book it for a Long Island stay.
Business8.0TownePlace Suites by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale
All-suite hotel with free breakfast, airport shuttle, and pool access
Why guests love itTownePlace Suites by Marriott Republic Airport Long Island/Farmingdale is an all-suite hotel where every unit has a kitchenette, handy for families on longer stays. Breakfast is free, a complimentary airport shuttle handles transfers, and guests have access to a pool. Parents can use the fitness centre, Wi-Fi is free and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.0 from 404 reviews, and I would book it for a comfortable week near Republic Airport.
Business7.8Hyatt Regency Long Island
High-end hotel with two pools, tennis courts, and a golf course
Why guests love itFor a family, the draw here is room to burn energy: two pools, two tennis courts and a golf course on the grounds, so a long weekend on Long Island does not depend on outings. Free parking and Wi-Fi keep the logistics simple. I would book it for two nights or more rather than a quick pre-flight sleep, because the taxi ride to Republic Airport is long. A score of 7.8 across more than 2,000 reviews is solid without being outstanding.
Business7.6Jake's 58 Casino Hotel
Adults-only hotel with a casino, restaurant, and free parking
Why guests love itJake's 58 Casino Hotel is adults-only, so a family with children should look elsewhere on this list. For grown-up travelers the draw is clear: a casino with slot machines and table games, a restaurant and a bar under one roof, plus free parking and Wi-Fi. The distance to Republic Airport is considerable, so I would book a car or taxi ahead. A rating of 7.6 from more than six thousand reviews is a fair signal.
Business7.6The Mansion at Glen Cove
Stately retreat with pools, spa, and extensive facilities near Republic Airport
Why guests love itThe Mansion at Glen Cove is a four-star hotel with refined rooms, pools, a hot tub, a fitness centre and a spa. It has dining options, meeting spaces and activities, plus free Wi-Fi and free parking. It is a 47-minute taxi ride from Republic Airport. Guests rate it 7.6 across more than 1,700 reviews. I would choose it for a stately leisure or business retreat, with a car, rather than a quick airport stop.
Business7.4Best Western Bar Harbour Inn
Budget-friendly stay with free breakfast, indoor pool, and 24-hour gym
Why guests love itThe indoor pool and free breakfast are why I would suggest Best Western Bar Harbour Inn to a family on a budget flying from Republic Airport: children get a swim in any weather and the morning meal is covered. Free parking helps families who drive, rooms are air-conditioned and smoke-free, and parents can use the 24-hour gym. The airport is a 38-minute taxi ride away, so I would leave with plenty of margin.
Business7.2East Norwich Inn
Tudor-style hotel with free breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi
Why guests love itEast Norwich Inn is a modest, Tudor-style hotel that keeps things easy for families: breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi are all free, rooms are air-conditioned and smoke-free, and there is a fitness centre. Rothmann's Steakhouse is a short walk away for dinner, and Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is a quick taxi ride, a good outing for children. Guests rate it 7.2 from 561 reviews, so I see it as an unfussy, practical stop.
Good to know
- 1Book the Courtyard or TownePlace Suites named after Republic Airport if you want a free shuttle to the airfield.
- 2Choose a Melville hotel, such as Hilton Garden Inn Melville, when your meetings are along the Melville corridor.
- 3Plan on a rental car or taxi for most trips, since Long Island hotels here are spread out and parking is free.
- 4Pick Hyatt Regency Long Island for a team offsite that needs a conference center and outdoor activities.
- 5Use TownePlace Suites for longer projects, as every suite has a kitchenette and breakfast is included.
- 6Treat Jake's 58 Casino Hotel as an evening option, since it is adults-only and built around its casino.