Van Nest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A street with Arthur Avenue storefronts, including Arthur's Candies and Fiasco.
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Stay near popular Van Nest attractions

Maestro's Caterers

After visiting Maestro's Caterers, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bronx. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway

Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway

NZ$156
per adult
Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

NZ$82
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

NZ$69
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

NZ$72
per child
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

NZ$251
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
Discover NY: Fully-Guided NYC Bus Tour

Discover NY: Guided Day Bus Tour of NYC

NZ$149
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover NY: Guided Day Bus Tour of NYC
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Our pick of the best Van Nest Hotel Deals

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is NZ$461 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$461
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (231 reviews)
"The entire hotel was very clean, everyone was super friendly and the room was a good size for a hotel in Midtown. The only thing I would recommend is getting mini-fridges in all rooms. I asked for one in advance via Expedia, and called the Hotel directly to make sure one would be in my room. It wasn't ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is NZ$527 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$527
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (7,294 reviews)
"We arrived earlier and wanted to leave luggages until check in time but front desk person was so kind allowing us to checkin earlier making extra time spend inside during the heat wave. Room was also clean and well air conditioned. Bed was super comfortable. Room was so quiet and no noise coming ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
The price is NZ$446 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$446
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,931 reviews)
"The Pool is really small. We found a cockroach in the cabinet. The room AC didn’t work. Hotel was overbooked and it was not possible to acomodare us."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Empire Hotel
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is NZ$536 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$536
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (8,499 reviews)
"Great place to stay in NY. Walking distance to Times Square, restaurants, parking and train stations."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is NZ$366 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$366
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very good! (6,945 reviews)
"We stayed the first night in a very small room that even though was a non smoking room it did have a distinct smell of stale smoke. We spoke with Mohammad on reception and we were upgraded free of charge to a room about 3 times bigger with walk in wardrobe and very spacious bathroom with a great ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Hampton Inn New York Times Square

Hampton Inn New York Times Square

2.5 out of 5
150 W 48th Street New York NY
The price is NZ$363 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$363
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (5,962 reviews)
"Breakfast was awesome! Rooms clean but very small sink area to store cosmetics. Otherwise the room was good!"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hampton Inn New York Times Square
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Our guide on where to stay in Van Nest

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Brooklyn

Known for its great live music and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Brooklyn. You can visit top attractions like Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge, and jump on the metro at Kingston - Throop Avs. Station or Nostrand Av. Station (Fulton St.) to see more of the city.

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Midtown

Times Square and Rockefeller Center are a few top attractions in Midtown. Hop around the city on the metro at 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station or Times Sq. - 42 St. Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, soaring skyscrapers and acclaimed art galleries.

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Bronx

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bronx. If sightseeing is on the list, Yankee Stadium is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bronx Park East Station or E 180 St. Station to see more of the area.

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Williamsburg

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like McCarren Park Pool and The Living Room are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

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Central New York City

Known for its soaring skyscrapers and eye-catching views, there's plenty to explore in Central New York City. Check out top attractions like Times Square and Rockefeller Center, and jump on the metro at 49th St. Station or 50 St. Station (Broadway) to see more of the city.

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