Sat, 19 Dec 2026 · Sports

Hotels for CBS Sports Classic

Name: CBS Sports Classic
Start: 2026-12-19T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-12-19T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Madison Square Garden

At Madison Square Garden, New York on Sat, 19 Dec 2026. 148 hotels within 3km — book close and walk back after the show.

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About CBS Sports Classic

The CBS Sports Classic brings top college basketball teams to Madison Square Garden on December 19, 2026. Staying nearby means you can walk to the arena or catch a quick ride, making it easy to soak in the atmosphere before and after the game.

Where to stay nearby

Madison Square Garden is one of the world's most iconic sports venues, and game day in December offers a chance to experience elite college basketball in the heart of Manhattan. Choose your base wisely: staying close means less travel time and more time enjoying New York.

Gramercy Park — about 2 km away

Gramercy Park is a quiet, upscale neighborhood just 2km from the Garden, ideal if you want a peaceful retreat after the excitement. The venue is a short walk or quick cab ride away.

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Hell's Kitchen — about 2 km away

Hell's Kitchen sits equally close at 2km and offers a livelier atmosphere with restaurants and bars perfect for game-day energy. You can easily walk to Madison Square Garden or hop on public transit for a few minutes.

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North Bergen — about 6 km away

North Bergen, across the Hudson River 6km away, gives you the most hotel options and typically lower rates, though you'll need to factor in a drive or bus ride to reach the venue—roughly 15–20 minutes depending on traffic.

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This is an AI-assisted planning guide. Dates, start times, transport and event details can change — please confirm everything with the official event and transport websites before you book.

The closest hotels to Madison Square Garden

148 within 3km — the nearest 12 shown. Tap any hotel or search to see live availability and prices for Sat, 19 Dec 2026.

Renaissance New York Midtown Hotel

218 West 35th Street, 10001

0.2km away

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New Yorker by Lotte Hotels

481 Eighth Ave., 10001

0.2km away

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Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

135 West 30th Street, 10001

0.3km away

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Holiday Inn Express NYC Chelsea - NoMad Area by IHG

232 W 29th St, 10001

0.3km away

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EVEN Hotel New York - Times Square South by IHG

321 West 35th Street, 10001

0.3km away

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea

140 West 28th Street, 10001

0.4km away

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Moxy NYC Times Square

485 7th Avenue, 10018

0.4km away

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Midtown Manhattan/Penn Station

325 W 33rd St, 10001

0.4km away

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TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square - Midtown

345 W 35th Street, 10001

0.4km away

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Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan by IHG

320 W 36th St, 10018

0.4km away

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DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square South

525 8Th Ave, 10018

0.4km away

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Times Square South

338 West 36th Street, 10018

0.4km away

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About Madison Square Garden

The world's most famous arena, Madison Square Garden sits atop Penn Station in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, home to the Knicks and Rangers and a legendary stage for the biggest concerts. Times Square, Broadway and countless restaurants are all within a short walk, making it one of the most central venues anywhere.

Penn Station's subway and rail lines are directly below. Booking a room in Midtown lets you walk to the show through the city's buzz and back to your bed within minutes.