LaGuardia Airport (LGA): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 9.5 miles.

John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK): Approximate dirving time is 30 minutes and distance is 19 miles.

Newark International Airport (EWR): Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 17 miles.

Driving directions from LaGuardia Airport: Take Grand Central Pkwy to I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expy). Take Exit 35 and merge onto I-495 (Long Island Expy) west. Go through Queens Midtown Tunnel (toll). Turn right onto E 34th St, then turn right onto 8th Ave. Turn right onto W 48th St and the hotel is on the left.

Driving directions from JFK: Take I-678 (Van Wyck Expy) to I-495 (Long Island Expy) west. Go through Queens Midtown Tunnel (toll). Turn right onto E 34th St, then turn right onto 8th Ave. Turn right onto W 48th St and the hotel is on the left.

Driving directions from Newark: Follow signs to take US 1/US 9 north to I-95 (New Jersey Tpke) north. Take Exit 16E to Lincoln Tunnel, then exit to Dyer Ave. Turn right on W 42nd St, then turn left on 8th Ave. Turn right on W 48th St and the hotel is on the left.

Getting there: From LaGuardia and JFK, the best option for the solo traveler is a shuttle van ($16–25). Groups of two or more will usually find a taxi more economical ($16–25 from LaGuardia; more than $36 from JFK). Guests traveling light from JFK may also opt for the Air Train ($5–15). From Newark, guests can opt for a shuttle van ($16–25), or take the Olympia shuttle bus ($5–15) to Penn Station and then take a taxi to the hotel. (All fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: There are several shops, restaurants, and attractions within a short walk of the hotel. For other destinations, the subway is a good choice (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice), particularly during peak traffic hours. Taxis area also readily available. Rental cars are not recommended.

Café 48 - This casual café serving American and Italian favorites is open from early morning to late evening.

Lobby Lounge - After an evening at the theater, guests can relax with a cocktail in the Lobby Lounge.

The Best Western President Hotel is 2 blocks from Manhattan’s Restaurant Row, where more than 20 dining spots line 46th Street from 8th to 9th Avenue. Popular choices include Barbetta, said to be New York’s oldest restaurant, and B. Smith, which serves modern Global Eclectic cuisine.

The nearby parking garage (at the corner of 49th and 8th) charges $24 per night for cars and $29 per night for SUVs.