Hotels for Pregame Glimpse of Greatness

A pregame gathering built around anticipation rather than the box score, this is the sort of evening where the buzz outside the gates can rival the atmosphere inside. Fans arrive early, trading predictions and swapping stories about past seasons before a ball is even thrown. Thursday night crowds tend to bring a different energy than the weekend faithful, a mix of die-hards squeezing in after work and those who've planned their whole week around it. Expect chatter about lineups, form and the season ahead as much as the game itself.

The home of the New York Yankees, Yankee Stadium is one of the most storied venues in American sport, hosting baseball, occasional football and stadium concerts in the South Bronx. The surrounding area is busy and local, with Manhattan a short subway ride to the south. The 4, B and D subway lines stop right by the ballpark at 161st Street. Staying in Manhattan keeps the city's dining and nightlife close while leaving a quick, direct subway journey up to the game or show.