New York Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning at UBS Arena takes place at UBS Arena in Elmont on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Here is where to stay, how to get to the game, and what to know before you book.
Best areas to stay:
Garden City / Long Island — Best overall for an Islanders trip. Comfortable Long Island hotels with easy driving and LIRR access to UBS Arena.
Elmont / Belmont Park — Best for a game-only Islanders trip. Stay adjacent to UBS Arena at Belmont Park for the shortest possible gameday.
Midtown Manhattan — Best for a full NYC weekend. The classic NYC base — endless hotels, restaurants and nightlife, with transit to every venue in the metro.
Getting to the game: A dedicated LIRR Elmont–UBS Arena station serves event days; otherwise driving with on-site parking is common.
From the airport: JFK ~7 mi; LaGuardia (LGA) ~11 mi.
Hotel availability and prices around big games move fast — lock in a refundable room early, then compare flights closer to the date. Use the booking links on this page to check current rates for your travel dates.