New York City & Golf Escape

New York City & Golf Escape

5 Nights September Central Manhattan Separate Rooms

A stylish 5-night Manhattan stay with hand-picked golf experiences nearby.

Presented by Valora Travel
View of the Empire State Building rising above the Midtown Manhattan skyline at dusk
Midtown South Empire State District
Trip Overview

An effortless city break, balanced with great golf

Designed for clients in their mid-to-late twenties, this 5-night escape pairs the energy of central Manhattan with hand-picked rounds of golf just beyond the city. Stay steps from the Empire State Building, with separate rooms for comfort and privacy, and a rhythm that blends sightseeing, dining, nightlife, shopping and tee times.

  • ✦5 nights in New York in the heart of Manhattan.
  • ✦September travel, scheduled outside UK school holidays for better value and calmer crowds.
  • ✦Central location near the Empire State Building and Midtown South.
  • ✦Two separate rooms included across all hotel options.
  • ✦Ideal for mid-to-late twenties — social, stylish and well-connected.
  • ✦A true balance of sightseeing, nightlife, restaurants, shopping and golf.
Three Ways to Stay

Choose Your Manhattan Base

Three central options, each with two separate rooms for five nights. Guide prices below are per person and include return flights from London, hotel and two rounds of golf.

Guide price for the holiday:£1,500–£2,600ppincl. flights, hotel & golf
Bronze
Hotel Stanford New York interior Hotel Stanford New York guest area Hotel Stanford New York room Hotel Stanford New York interior detail

Hotel Stanford

Best Value
Best forSpending more on experiences, dining & golf
LocationKoreatown / Midtown South
StyleSimple, central, budget-conscious

A practical and well-located option close to the Empire State Building, Koreatown restaurants, shopping and subway links. Best for clients who want to put more of the budget toward experiences, dining and golf rather than the hotel itself.

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✓ 2 separate rooms for 5 nights
Guide price £1,495–£2,250per person, incl. flights
Silver Best Balance
Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street exterior Hilton Garden Inn double guest bedroom Hilton Garden Inn king bedroom suite Hilton Garden Inn lobby bar

Hilton Garden Inn W 35th St

Best Balance
Best forFirst-time visitors wanting trusted comfort
LocationNear Empire State Building / Herald Square
StyleReliable, modern, central

A strong mid-range choice offering a trusted hotel standard in a prime location. Excellent for first-time visitors wanting easy access to Midtown, Fifth Avenue, Penn Station, Times Square and golf transfers.

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✓ 2 separate rooms for 5 nights
Guide price £1,595–£2,400per person, incl. flights
Gold Most Comfortable
Hyatt Place New York/Midtown-South exterior Hyatt Place two queen guestroom with Empire State Building view Hyatt Place king guestroom Hyatt Place lobby and bar

Hyatt Place Midtown South

Most Comfortable
Best forA smoother, more comfortable stay
LocationMidtown South
StyleModern, comfortable, slightly upgraded

A more comfortable central option with a modern feel, ideal for clients wanting a smoother stay and better overall hotel experience while still keeping a sensible location for sightseeing and golf access.

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✓ 2 separate rooms for 5 nights
Guide price £1,750–£2,600per person, incl. flights

Or similar properties of an equivalent standard, subject to availability. Guide prices are per person based on two sharing two separate rooms, five nights in September from London, and include return flights, hotel and two rounds of golf — indicative only and confirmed at the time of booking.

On the Fairway

Recommended Golf Experiences Near New York

From bucket-list championship layouts to relaxed skyline rounds, here are four courses we can arrange around your stay. Green fee guides below are per person and approximate — rates vary by course, day and season, and we confirm live tee-time pricing at the time of booking.

Bethpage Black Course during the 2019 PGA Championship 2009 US Open at Bethpage Black Course The iconic Bethpage Black Course warning sign
Bucket-list golf day

Bethpage State Park

One of the most famous public golf destinations in the United States, on Long Island. Bethpage offers several courses, with the iconic and challenging Black Course the headline act, while the Red and Blue courses are excellent alternatives depending on availability and playing level.

£Green fee guide: from ~£30 up to ~£125pp for the Black Course (+ ~£30 cart)
⛳Accessible by train and taxi from Manhattan, or by private transfer.
Bally's Golf Links at Ferry Point with the Manhattan skyline beyond the fairways
Premium skyline views

Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point

A premium championship-style course in the Bronx (now operated as Bally's Golf Links at Ferry Point) with striking views of the Manhattan skyline. A strong choice for clients who want a high-quality, Jack Nicklaus-designed golf experience without travelling too far from central Manhattan.

£Green fee guide: approx. £180–£210pp
⛳Around 30–45 minutes by taxi, depending on traffic.
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Casual / shorter round

Skyway Golf Course, Jersey City

A more relaxed 9-hole option with impressive views towards Manhattan. Ideal for a shorter, casual round or for clients who want to fit golf neatly around their sightseeing.

£Green fee guide: approx. £35–£80pp (9 or 18 holes, incl. cart)
⛳Easy taxi or rideshare from Manhattan.
Galloping Hill Golf Course rolling fairways
Good-value full round

Galloping Hill Golf Course, NJ

A well-regarded public course in New Jersey, offering a full 18-hole golf experience at better value than some premium city-adjacent courses — a smart pick for a complete round without the premium price tag.

£Green fee guide: approx. £45–£70pp (incl. cart)
⛳Best accessed by private transfer or taxi.
Day by Day

Suggested 5-Night Itinerary

A flexible framework that balances the must-sees with downtime, dining and two golf opportunities. Fully tailorable to your preferences.

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Day 1 · Arrival

Arrive & settle in

Arrive in New York and check in to your hotel. Ease into the trip with an evening in Koreatown or rooftop drinks overlooking the skyline.

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Day 2 · Midtown

Classic Midtown sightseeing

Take in the Empire State Building, relax in Bryant Park and shop along Fifth Avenue — the essential first-day New York experience.

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Day 3 · Golf

Golf day — Bethpage or Ferry Point

A full day on the fairways at bucket-list Bethpage or skyline-side Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point, with transfers arranged to suit your tee time.

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Day 4 · Downtown

Downtown & Brooklyn

Explore Lower Manhattan, walk the Brooklyn Bridge, wander SoHo's boutiques and round off the day with standout evening dining.

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Day 5 · Optional Golf

Optional second round

Fit in an optional round at Skyway, Ferry Point or Galloping Hill — or trade it for more shopping, sightseeing or nightlife.

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Day 6 · Departure

Departure

Check out and transfer to the airport, with the option of a final stroll or breakfast before you head home.

The Right Base

Why This Area Works So Well

Staying near the Empire State Building and Midtown South gives you the best of Manhattan without the Times Square premium.

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Strong central location

Right in the heart of the action, with iconic landmarks and neighbourhoods on your doorstep.

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Better value

Often more affordable than staying directly in Times Square, leaving more budget for experiences.

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Easy access to Penn Station

Quick connections for golf transfers and day trips, plus excellent subway links across the city.

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Restaurants & nightlife

Koreatown, Flatiron and beyond — superb dining and a lively after-dark scene close by.

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Sightseeing & shopping

Fifth Avenue, Herald Square and Midtown's highlights are all within easy reach on foot.

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Convenient for golf

Well-positioned for smooth transfers out to the region's best courses and back again.

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