If you’re curious about the local history of Montauk, consider booking a hotel near the Montauk Lighthouse Museum, such as the Harborside Resort Motel, which is only a five-minute drive from the museum. The Montauk Lighthouse dates back to 1796 and offers impressive views of the ocean.

Hoping to spend your vacation by the ocean? Choose a hotel near Kirk Park Beach, like the Ocean Surf Resort. Kirk Park Beach is a popular choice among both tourists and locals, thanks to its surfing hotspots, soft sand, and its close proximity to nearby restaurants and convenience stores.

Montauk is known for being very bike-friendly, which is good news for travelers who would rather not use a car during their stay. To save money on transportation, try a hotel that offers free loaner bikes for guests, such as the Aqualina Inn.

For golf enthusiasts, consider booking a hotel near Montauk Downs State Park, a park that contains tennis courts, a pool, and a full-sized golf course. The Montauk Manor is only a three-minute drive or 20-minute walk to the park, and it has its own driving range on site.

If hiking interests you, book a hotel close to Hither Hills, a large state park that has a variety of trails, picnic areas, and fishing spots. The Driftwood Resort on the Atlantic Ocean is a standard resort that puts you just a 15 minute walk from Hither Hills and, in addition, offers private beach access.

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The Days Inn by Wyndham is only a 13-minute walk to the local shopping center and just a five-minute drive to the closest beach. The Red Roof Inn is a budget choice that is a 15-minute walk to the shopping center and has an outdoor pool and tanning deck.

The Marriott's SurfWatch is a 4-star choice that is a five-minute drive from the park and a short six-minute walk to Burkes Beach. The Park Lane Hotel & Suites is a standard choice that is six minutes from the park and less than a mile from the Long Cove Golf Club.

The Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is located directly on the beach and has rooms with balconies and views of the ocean. The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is also right on the beachfront, offering suites with views of the ocean.

The Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort is less than a mile from Shelter Cove Harbor and has a kids’ pool, a waterslide, and free shuttle service to Disney's Beach House. The Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort is a 4-star choice that has three different outdoor pools and a separate kayaking lagoon that is especially kid-friendly.