Thu, 1 Oct 2026 · Sports

Hotels for New York Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

Name: New York Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Start: 2026-10-01T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-01T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Madison Square Garden

At Madison Square Garden, New York on Thu, 1 Oct 2026. 148 hotels within 3km — book close and walk back after the show.

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About New York Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

The New York Rangers take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden on October 1, 2026—the start of the NHL season. Where you stay shapes your game-day experience: staying close means walking to the arena, while staying further out trades proximity for more options and value.

Where to stay nearby

Madison Square Garden sits in the heart of Manhattan, making it accessible from multiple neighborhoods. Whether you want to be steps from the action or prefer a wider choice of accommodations, there's a base that suits your style.

Gramercy Park — about 2 km away

Gramercy Park is a quiet, upscale neighborhood just 2km from the arena—ideal if you want to walk to the game and stay in a residential setting. With 5 hotels in our catalog, options are limited but highly curated.

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Hell's Kitchen — about 2 km away

Hell's Kitchen, also 2km away, is a livelier, more transit-connected area with 7 hotels and plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance of Madison Square Garden. It's perfect for fans who want atmosphere and walkability combined.

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North Bergen — about 6 km away

North Bergen, across the Hudson River in New Jersey, sits 6km from the venue and offers 167 hotels—far more choice and typically better value. You'll need a short drive or regular bus service to reach the arena, but the trade-off is a wider range of accommodation and price points.

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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 Thu, 1 Oct 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.