The Rockaway Hotel

The interior design is lovely, modern and refreshing. There are attempts to remind people to be quiet in the corridors (even though the signs are ignored)

I got a moldy cake slice (Zucchini & Chocolate) from Claudette's Cafe. I would be lovely to have a kettle in the room with tea and coffee. There was a frequent alarm/buzz sound that could be heard from my room - 418.

I loved the heated pool. The bed was so comfortable that I slept better than I have in a year!

Check in was delayed due to a computer problem. The room was small and had no coffee or mini fridge.

The front desk woman Alexa was so nice and knowledgeable and went out of her way to make my stay a comfortable one.

There was no garbage can and the bathroom had hair all in it and was not cleaned thoroughly.

Beautiful relaxing solo visit! Loved this boutique hotel’s cozy and beachy vibe. Friendly and helpful front desk, especially Jaylen and Thomas. Wonderful management by Darren who ensured that I had an amazing and restful stay. I have stayed in a few different room types and I love the ocean view rooms, and the junior suite is gorgeous! Food from Margie’s is yummy and so nice to have a coffee shop on site as well. Services were booked up (make reservations ahead of your visit) but I really enjoyed the saunas and heated pool! Thanks guys and I’ll be back very soon!

Everything was great, we had a great time. The staff is super nice, the hotel is very cozy and stylish, great view. The sauna and the pool is a great bonus

the audibility in the room, but it’s not a big issue. The sauna could have been less permeable to air. It cooled down quickly in the strong winter wind. Next morning it was much better

I’ll be posting a separate review of the spa and therapist at the end of this hotel review, because the experience truly deserves special mention. This was our first time staying here, and we ended up booking an extra day—possibly even another. Now, I'm not going to pretend it is cheap; it is not. But it is value for money. The hotel is lovely, and the staff are consistently warm, attentive, and welcoming. The food is excellent, and the décor has a relaxed, beach vibe that feels just right given the hotel’s proximity—only a few blocks—to Rockaway Beach. We came here to rejuvenate at the end of an awful year, and honestly, who cares if it’s winter and a major snowstorm is on the way? We feel comfortable, cared for, and at ease. Considering staying there for New Year's Eve/day. We stayed in a two-bedroom bungalow with stunning views of Manhattan, along with access to a heated outdoor pool and a sauna. Would we stay here again? Absolutely. A couple of suggestions for management: adding sound-absorbing tiles or patterned acoustic panels on the walls would help reduce echo in the living room and bedrooms. Also, the living room furniture would benefit from higher seating. The current setup is relatively low and not ideal for guests with back or hip issues. Lastly, in-room reusable water bottles could be cheaper. Building automatic roof and side panels around the pool would make it more comfortable in the wintertime. Heating the pool is such a plus. cover over Now, the spa experience—this deserves its own spotlight. This was my first visit to the spa, and I cannot say enough about Miss Jeanne, my massage therapist. She is absolutely exceptional. As a World Trade Center toxic dust cancer survivor who has endured three aggressive cancers, recent surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, my body has been through a great deal. Each day presents its own challenges—particularly with my legs, feet, arms, and hands. The neuropathy in my hands and feet has been exceptionally debilitating. This was my very first massage experience, and after just two sessions with Miss Jeanne, I genuinely feel a difference. Her healing hands seem to know exactly where and how to work—helping my body release deeply held tension and reconnect in ways I didn’t think were possible. The relief has been both physical and emotional. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Miss Jeanne. She is a true gem and an invaluable asset to the Rockaway team. I would also like to acknowledge the spa receptionist, who was warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind.

Très confortable