subject: Search For Discount Hotel Deals In Long Island And Find Out About Attractive Landmarks And Activitie [print this page] Stay at Montauk Hotels See the Sights at East Hampton
If you go to East Hampton town in Suffolk County on the South Shore of Long Island, New York, you will see the fast-becoming popular destination of Montauk. There are several places of interest worth visiting, such as the former studio and residence of abstract expressionism artist Jackson Pollock and the site of many of his finest creationsthe Pollock-Krasner House and Study Centerwhich are accessible from Montauk hotels. Another popular attraction in East Hampton is the Naturopathica Holistic Health Spa which offers alternative natural therapies for a wide range of ailments. For those who love to shop, East Hampton presents a wide selection of popular boutique shops and retail stores like Christopher Fischer, Cole Haan, Tracy Feith, Calypso Christiane Celle, Emporio Armani, The Nines, Jonathan Adler, and Zap Hampton. The Maidstone Park Nature Preserve, LongHouse Preserve, Playwrights Theater of East Hampton, John Drew Theater of Guild Hall, Cedar Point County Park, and the Jewish Museum Shop must also be included in any travelers itinerary.
Affordable Montauk Hotels
Who says that going on a vacation is costly?There are inexpensive hotels in which to stay for a weekend, particularly Montauk hotels in the East End. A recommendable place is the Sail Inn of Montauk, which is an ideal place for those who plan to go fishing. It offers spacious rooms, full baths, Jacuzzis, a tavern and restaurant and is ideally located at Montauk Harbor. About 75 feet from the beach is Sands Motel, which is also close to Gosmans Dock and Montauk Point. It's 42 rooms with private balconies, 50-foot swimming pool, and a two-bedroom cottage complete with kitchen and living facilities that is suitable for families. Those who prefer beachfront accommodation can book at the Ocean Resort Inn, which is only a few steps to the Atlantic shore. Activities such as sunbathing, swimming, whale-watching and exploring downtown Montauk for shops and restaurants are a common thing. Other inexpensive hotels to check out are Wavecrest Oceanfront Resort, Harborside Resort, and Daunts Albatross Motel.
Bird Watching from Montauk Hotels
Long Island in Montauk serves as a dwelling place for about 120 species of birds as well as a stopover for hundreds of migratory birds. Because of its strategic viewing location along the oceanfront, Montauk is now a favorite vacation spot for bird watchers. Montauk Hotels provide accommodation for many bird watchers who want to see the migratory birds each year on the Atlantic Flyway at Montauk Point State Park. Bird watchers will surely delight in the ospreys, bald eagles, ducks, geese, and songbirds, which are frequent visitors, as well as in some rare bird species that make their appearance once in a while. During migration season, the Atlantic Ocean comes alive with such species as Corys Shearwaters, Black-Legged Kittiwakes, Greater Shearwaters, Northern Fulmars, Audubons Shearwaters, Manx Shearwaters, and Wilsons Storm-Petrels. Many restaurants near the Montauk Point Lighthouse offer great spots for bird watchers. Fall and winter are the best times to go bird watching in Montauk.
Famous Seafood Restaurants and Montauk Hotels
Montaukers as well as guests staying in Montauk hotels are treated to a wide range of delicacies from the sea -- daily fresh catch includes jumbo shrimps, lobsters, mussels, clams and oysters. One of the oldest restaurants in Montauk recently underwent a makeover and is now offering visitors a trip down memory lane at the Second House Tavern on Second House Road. Its grill room serves delectable fish and chips, gunpowder chicken, slow roasted short ribs, and thin-crust pizza baked over wood. Gosman's Dock Restaurant has been serving guests for more than 50 years and is already a Montauk icon where fresh seafood is complimented by inspiring backdrops of the ocean. Bestsellers include steamed jumbo lobsters, lobster rolls, steamers, seafood platters, sashimi, sushi, and grilled fish. Ricks Crabby Cowboy is a great place to hang out after a day on the boat or the beach; sample their lobster bake and pulled pork and ribs. Duryeas Lobster Deck, Harvest on Fort Pond, and the Sea Grille at Gurneys Inn are all excellent choices.
