Car Rental Islip
Hertz car rental in Islip
Rent a car in Islip, New York to discover the peaceful suburbs of Long Island’s south shore. The town boasts a long history of fishing, clamming and boating, with several delightful marinas dotted across its southern coastline – perfect for feel the calming sea breeze while you’re here.
Our Islip car rental desk is conveniently located at the Long Island MacArthur Airport, just 15 minutes from the town center. Bigger destinations aren’t too far away either. You can drive to New York City in around an hour, while Philadelphia takes little over two and a half hours to reach in your rental car.
Whether you want a stylish sedan or larger SUV for the whole family, we make Long Island travel easy with our collection of quality rental vehicles.
Ensure you uncover everything this quaint town has to offer with an Islip rental car from Hertz today.
Driving in and around Islip
Parking in Islip, New York
- Islip LIRR Station Parking 2 (11706) is close to attractions including Brookwood Hall Park, Islip Art Museum and Islip Town Hall.
- Central Islip Station (11722) contains 850 spaces, situated close to Connetquot River State Park Preserve and Lakeland Country Park in the northern part of town.
- Central Islip Town Center (11722) has nearly 1,700 parking spots available for customers visiting stores on the shopping complex.
Key roads in Islip
- New York State Route 111 (NY-111) begins in Islip, running through Islip, crossing over NY-27 and ending in Village of the Branch.
- New York State Route 27 (NY-27) runs 120 miles east to west from I-278 in Brooklyn, leading onto Montauk Point State Park on Long Island, then passing through Islip.
- Southern State Parkway travels through the northern part of Islip, leading towards Queens, New York.
How to get from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Manhattan, New York
It takes little more than one hour to drive the 54 miles from MacArthur Airport into central Manhattan.
- Leave the Hertz rental car park at MacArthur Airport and turn onto Johnson Avenue.
- Turn right at the first cross street onto Schaefer Drive.
- Take a right onto NY-454 W.
- Turn onto Lakeland Avenue, then another right onto Smithtown Avenue.
- Continue onto Ronkonkoma Avenue.
- Turn onto Express Drive N/Long Island Expressway North Service Road.
- Take a slight left to merge onto I-495 W towards New York.
- Continue through Queens Midtown Tunnel to arrive in Manhattan.
How to get from Islip to Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love is just over two hours, 30 minutes away from Islip. Take the Southern State Parkway out of the town and continue on Belt Parkway through Brooklyn. Use Exit 3 to merge onto I-278 W, then take Exit 3A to enter I-95 S. Finally, use Exit 6 to stay on I-95 S and remain on this route all the way into Philadelphia.
A quick guide to Islip
Best hotels in Islip
Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Islip
7 Court House Dr, Central Islip, NY 11722
Located just eight miles from Long Island MacArthur Airport, the Residence Inn offers guests free Wi-fi, flat-screen TVs and complimentary parking and breakfast. It’s also not far from Central Islip Town Center shopping, is a stone’s throw away from Connetquot River State Park Preserve and has great links to the Southern State Parkway.
The Ocean Bay House
69 Ocean Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706
An adults-only guest house that overlooks Seaborn Marina, Ocean Bay House is a 10-minute drive to Islip and just one mile away from Fire Islands ferry terminal. All rooms come equipped with smart TVs, free Wi-fi and parking – before heading out for the day, don’t forget to enjoy your free continental breakfast either.
Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island
2050 Express Dr S, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Conveniently located just off the Long Island Expressway, the Holiday Inn Hauppauge-Long Island is halfway between Manhattan and the Hamptons. If you’re traveling as a family, children stay for free. You can also visit Heckscher State Park, just 10 miles away, for a fun beach day and to enjoy scenic walks and trails.
Where to eat in Islip
Tellers
605 Main St, Islip, NY 11751
Housed in a building that operated as a local bank in a previous life, Tellers is an American chophouse that enthralls diners in with a selection of steaks, seafood and potato dishes. Perfect for a special evening out, a light lunch or to end the evening with refreshments in The Gold Bar.
Da Noi Italian Restaurant
301 Main St, Islip, NY 11751
Da Noi cooks up some amazing fresh pasta dishes, including Bolognese, primavera, Gnocchi Napoletana and a range of specials that change throughout the year. Be sure to sample classic Italian desserts such as tiramisu, for an authentic taste of Italy on Long Island.
Maxwell's
501 Main St, Islip, NY 11751
A comfortable casual dining spot in of Islip, Maxwell’s offers classic American dishes, like tasty chicken wings, smoked short rib chili, tacos, burgers and mac ‘n’ cheese. Reserve a table to dine inside the bar and grill’s cozy surroundings or enjoy dining outdoors on the patio.
What to do Islip
Islip Art Museum
50 Irish Lane, East Islip, NY 11730
Described as “the best facility of its kind outside Manhattan” by The New York Times, the Islip Art Museum has a range of exhibitions, showcasing contemporary art. Once you’ve finished exploring the works on display, you can take a stroll around the grounds of the historic Brookwood Hall Park, where the museum is nestled into.
Heckscher State Park Beach
Heckscher Parkway Field 1 East Islip, NY 11730
When people think of New York, sun, sea and sand don’t come to mind. But Islip has the gorgeous Heckscher State Park Beach, found on the coastline of the Great South Bay in East Islip. Take a hike or cycle through its 1,600 acres and head to the bay for a swim in the waters.
South Shore Nature Center
130 Bayview Ave, East Islip, NY 11730
Located in East Islip, South Shore Nature Center is 200-acres of beautiful forests and freshwater wetlands. There are extensive trails and boardwalks that offer visitors a tranquil day out exploring the beautiful surroundings. Visit the visitor center to encounter interactive wildlife exhibits too.
