Flying in and out of New York City can often be stressful.After rushing to the airport, travelers must navigate through a number of crowds, both in and out of the airport.Arriving at the gate on time is never a promise if one has to rush to park a car, get to the terminal, and get through baggage checks and security in order to reach the gate and board the plane.However, travelers who book hotel rooms ahead of time need not suffer the concern that accompanies rushing during travel.Booking hotel rooms ahead of time when you travel through John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) allows you to experience comfort, peace of mind and a variety of amenities to make your stay both pleasant and convenient.

Two hotels worthy of discussion include the Ramada Plaza JFK and the Holiday Inn JFK, both in Jamaica, New York.Both hotels carry three-star industry and customer ratings.The customer ratings for both hotels combined total the results from over one hundred fifty customer surveys.Both offer free parking and complementary shuttles between the airport hotel and your departure and arrival terminals.However, there are differences between the two hotels that are worth noting if you are going to make an informed decision regarding which hotel would best meet your needs when you make your travel arrangements.

First let’s discuss the amenities offered by the Ramada Plaza JFK airport hotel.Over for hundred fifty parking spaces are available, and the same number of rooms are available for reservation.Room options include a king size bed, queen size bed and double bed, depending on your preference.A health club is available if you wish to exercise during your stay.Other services include laundry, valet and room service.There’s even a gift shop if you’re returning from a trip and need to bring home a present for a family member.

At the Holiday Inn JFK airport hotel, you can enjoy the convenience of a short ride to the airport, as the hotel is a mere quarter mile from the John F. Kennedy International Airport.Another benefit of staying at the Holiday Inn JFK airport hotel is the number and variety of attractions nearby.You can visit racetracks or other sports arenas including Shea Stadium and Madison Square Garden.You can visit museums and the Botanical Gardens in Brooklyn, which, if you are traveling in April, hosts the Cherry Blossom Festival, an annual event of great serenity and beauty.If you seek outdoor adventure, you might visit Jones Beach or Coney Island.Either way, there’s plenty to do while you wait to go to the airport.