Hi. Need some help with accomodation in NY. Been surfing the net and found that I cannot afford anything in NYC. What about the surrounding areas. I do not mind commuting daily to the city. Any suggestions? Cost is a big concern. Anything below $100 is excellent!
Thank you.

Have you considered hostels? I stayed at the Hostelling International in April.
http://www.HInewyork.org

Hostelling is a lot of fun, plus you can save even more because there are kitchens available so you can cook your own food. This hostel also offers tours (sometimes free, sometimes with a fee). Just make sure you reserve with plenty of time.

Hi, I might be able to help you. Please e-mail me with your arrival and departure dates. Madeline

We often stay in either Carlstaadt, New Jersey (near the Meadowlands) at the Hampton Inn, or in Secaucus, New Jersey at either the Hilton (week-end rates), Embassy Suites, or Hampton Inn. I believe there is also a Fairfield Inn near the Meadowlands. We usually plan our visits for Saturday nights and drive into the city on Sunday to avoid traffic and find parking, so I don't know about public transportation. Perhaps the hotels could help.

we recently stayed at holiday inn in wayne, nj ($79 per night) left our car in the parking lot at willowbrook mall a short distance from the hotel and took the shuttle bus into ny (1/2 hour ride)

Look in Fort Lee, N.J., or on Long Island. I live on Long Island. If you want some help you can e-mail me.