Hampton Bays

Travel Guide
Ponquogue Beach
Travel east from New York City to enjoy the beaches and amenities of this small town on the southern coast of Long Island.

Hampton Bays is one of 18 hamlets in the Long Island town of Southampton. Its location between Shinnecock Bay and Great Peconic Bay provides many opportunities for water sports. Relax on the beaches or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard to get some exercise on the water. Wander through the town to enjoy shopping and dining.

Drive south along the new Ponquogue Bridge to cross Shinnecock Bay and reach the sandy shoreline of Ponquogue Beach along the Atlantic Ocean. This 600-foot-long (180-meter) beach is one of the most popular on Long Island. Stop at Edward J. Warner Sr. Old Ponquogue Bridge Marine Park near the new bridge to use the boat launch, go fishing or do some scuba diving.

Meschutt Beach County Park offers an inland shoreline along Great Peconic Bay near Shinnecock Canal. The park has picnicking, showers, restrooms and a playground, along with access to swimming, sailing and windsurfing on the water.

Rent a bicycle and ride through Hampton Bays to admire the large modern homes and gardens, typical of the comfortable and sometimes lavish lifestyle in “The Hamptons.” Take a yoga class and enjoy fine dining. Hampton Bays was established in the mid-1700s. Visit the many antique shops throughout the area to look for treasures from Southampton’s early days.

See some of the historic sites of Hampton Bays, including Canoe Place Chapel, Prosper King House, Ellis Squires Sr. House, Lyzon Hat Shop and the Tiana Life Saving Station. Look for old headstones in Hubbard Cemetery and Fournier Cemetery.

Drive to Hampton Bays in about 2 hours from Manhattan. Find accommodations in country inns, convenient motels or high-end resorts in and around the town. Visit some of Southampton’s other hamlets, such as Bridgehampton, Quogue and Tuckahoe.

The Hampton Maid
The Hampton Maid
2.5 out of 5
259 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is P11,817 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
P11,817
P13,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Stay at this motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (315 reviews)
"Beautiful!"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

The Hampton Maid
 Hampton's Vacation Inn
Hampton's Vacation Inn
2.5 out of 5
177 West Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, NY
Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Meschutt Beach and Tiana ...
9/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2024

Hampton's Vacation Inn
Canoe Place Inn and Cottages
Canoe Place Inn and Cottages
4 out of 5
239 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is P22,821 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P22,821
P27,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Meschutt Beach and Sebonack Golf Course ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"This is a special hotel. Had room on 3rd floor with king bed and nooks. Very special and large. Photos don’t do it justice."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

Canoe Place Inn and Cottages
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Cliffside Resort Condominiums
Cliffside Resort Condominiums
3 out of 5
61475 Route 48 (North Road), Greenport, NY
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Greenport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Railroad Museum of Long Island and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
"Beautiful accommodations, friendly staff Excellent communication and very clean"

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Cliffside Resort Condominiums
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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