Thank you for your suggestions. i'm concerned about being able to book accommodation in our price range, just trying to see when an appropriate time to be booking is as I know during christmas and new years it is very busy with not many hotel deals available .

Just keep looking every few weeks.

I would take the suggestion to look through the forums for questions relating to accommodation this year. Take note of all the cheaper hotels suggested and sign up for newsletters at each hotel so you are aware of any upcoming sales.

I would also regularly look at websites like Quikbook and Kayak to search for hotels.

Finally, seriously consider booking a hotel now that can be cancelled later with no fee. Long Island City is a good choice for people looking for cheaper hotel with good access to Manhattan.

If you search the forums, suggestions about particular LIC will show. For example, the Country Inn & Suites is always on the list and you can get rooms with great views of the Manhattan skyline.

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