Courtyard Marriot Ronkonkoma or Hilton Garden Inn Islip

Hi everyone,

Has anyone had experience in comparing these hotels. My main issue is that the photos of the bars do not look great on the websites. They do not really look like authentic bars, but rather a counter with some bottles that they turn into a bar... I just want it to be perfect for my guests!

I really want to book at Hyatt Regency but they quoted me $179 a night and I was told that is too much for guests! Help :)

Re: Courtyard Marriot Ronkonkoma or Hilton Garden Inn Islip

We struggled with this decision also. We chose the hilton garden inn because the lobby was much nicer, the people were much more accomodating, and they allowed us to bring our own alcohol and food as long as we weren't sitting too close to the bar.

The front desk staff went above and beyond for us. The bartender was amazing. We sat at the bar for hours and then went to the other side of the lobby and continued to eat and drink there. In the morning we all ate breakfast together. They even left breakfast open later to accommodate us late risers post alcohol.

I cannot say enough about this hotel. The rooms were clean and everything smelled good in there hahah