Hampton Bays

Travel Guide

Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach
Ponquogue Beach

Travel east from New York City to enjoy the beaches and amenities of this small town on the southern coast of Long Island.

Hampton Bays is one of 18 hamlets in the Long Island town of Southampton. Its location between Shinnecock Bay and Great Peconic Bay provides many opportunities for water sports. Relax on the beaches or rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard to get some exercise on the water. Wander through the town to enjoy shopping and dining.

Drive south along the new Ponquogue Bridge to cross Shinnecock Bay and reach the sandy shoreline of Ponquogue Beach along the Atlantic Ocean. This 600-foot-long (180-meter) beach is one of the most popular on Long Island. Stop at Edward J. Warner Sr. Old Ponquogue Bridge Marine Park near the new bridge to use the boat launch, go fishing or do some scuba diving.

Meschutt Beach County Park offers an inland shoreline along Great Peconic Bay near Shinnecock Canal. The park has picnicking, showers, restrooms and a playground, along with access to swimming, sailing and windsurfing on the water.

Rent a bicycle and ride through Hampton Bays to admire the large modern homes and gardens, typical of the comfortable and sometimes lavish lifestyle in “The Hamptons.” Take a yoga class and enjoy fine dining. Hampton Bays was established in the mid-1700s. Visit the many antique shops throughout the area to look for treasures from Southampton’s early days.

See some of the historic sites of Hampton Bays, including Canoe Place Chapel, Prosper King House, Ellis Squires Sr. House, Lyzon Hat Shop and the Tiana Life Saving Station. Look for old headstones in Hubbard Cemetery and Fournier Cemetery.

Drive to Hampton Bays in about 2 hours from Manhattan. Find accommodations in country inns, convenient motels or high-end resorts in and around the town. Visit some of Southampton’s other hamlets, such as Bridgehampton, Quogue and Tuckahoe.

Bayview Resort

Bayview Resort

2.5 out of 5
53 West Tiana Road, Hampton Bays, NY
The price is €273 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
€273
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (411 reviews)
"Took a chance on a last minute two night family getaway and I am so glad we did. Check in could not have been faster and kinder, shout out to Daren you are a treasure of a human! It’s a really cute, updated motel/hotel, the grounds are beautiful and clean as are the rooms. Compared to other places ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Bayview Resort
The Hampton Maid

The Hampton Maid

2.5 out of 5
259 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this motel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (354 reviews)
"Love this place! The room was excellent. the food from the restaurant was great! We will be back"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Hampton Maid
Hampton Bays Hotel on Main

Hampton Bays Hotel on Main

2 out of 5
2 W Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this hotel in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Good Ground Park and Regal UA Hampton Bays are located ...
6/10 (35 reviews)
"I had to book this place just a few hours prior to arrival as my plans have changed rapidly at the last minute. I booked for 3 nights stay June 6-9 Fri, Sat, Sun. This is a small type of a place with 9 rooms on the second floor (no elevator) and a bar downstairs. I was given room #1 and discovered ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Hampton Bays Hotel on Main
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

Canoe Place Waterfront Residences

4 out of 5
239 E Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Cooper's Beach and Meschutt Beach are ...
Canoe Place Waterfront Residences
Hamptons Retreat

Hamptons Retreat

Hampton Bays
Stay at this vacation home in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Cooper's Beach and Good Ground Park are ...
Hamptons Retreat
Southampton cozy cottage by the beach

Southampton cozy cottage by the beach

Hampton Bays
Stay at this vacation home in Hampton Bays. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cooper's Beach and Meschutt Beach are located nearby.
Southampton cozy cottage by the beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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