Jersey City, NJ

Travel Guide

Liberty State Park featuring general coastal views, night scenes and a city
Jersey City which includes night scenes, a bay or harbor and a city
Liberty State Park which includes cbd as well as an individual male
Liberty State Park showing a bridge, a city and heritage elements
Newport showing a sunset, a bay or harbor and a city

Where to stay in Jersey City

Downtown Jersey City featuring outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(602 area reviews)

Downtown Jersey City is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jersey City City Hall and Goldman Sachs Tower.

Downtown Jersey City
The Vessel

Hudson Yards

While you're in Hudson Yards, take in top sights like Edge NYC and jump on the metro at 34th Street–Hudson Yards Station to see more of the city.

Hudson Yards
Newport

Newport

Unique features of Newport include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Newport Centre or Holland Tunnel while you're exploring the area.

Newport
Jersey City showing signage

The Waterfront

4/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Holland Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.

The Waterfront
Loew\'s Jersey Theater which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Journal Square

Discover a bustling business district and residential area with diverse shopping options along Newark Avenue and India Square. Enjoy cultural events at Loew's Jersey Theater and easy access to transportation at Journal Square PATH and bus station.

Journal Square
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The Heights

2.5/5(33 area reviews)

Perched atop the New Jersey Palisades, this neighborhood boasts stately Victorian and Edwardian homes, Pershing Field's green space, and a bustling Central Avenue shopping district. Easily access the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail via Congress Street elevator.

The Heights
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
3 out of 5
350 Lighting Way, Secaucus, NJ
The price is SAR 465 per night from May 7 to May 8
SAR 465
SAR 547 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Secaucus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,949 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 23 April 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
Harmony Suites
Harmony Suites
3 out of 5
455 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 597 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
SAR 597
SAR 702 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Secaucus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,927 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at Harmony Suites. The building is dated and there is some wear and tear, but I feel that was reflected in the price we paid compared to other hotels. We got a 2 bedroom with 2 king beds which allowed my daughter to have her own space. The hotel was very clean and I saw people ..."

Reviewed on 25 April 2025

Harmony Suites
The Park Hotel at Meadowlands
The Park Hotel at Meadowlands
3.5 out of 5
2 Meadowlands Plaza, East Rutherford, NJ
The price is SAR 557 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
SAR 557
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Rutherford. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7/10 Good! (118 reviews)
Pictures don’t match the room
"I booked off of the pictures provided and the room did not match the picture so beware!!! Rooms are run down and old . Beds are comfortable and bedding is nice thank god for that. That’s all the positive I can say. Over priced parking fee Carpets are sticky - use slippers/shoes"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

The Park Hotel at Meadowlands
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.
Views of NY Skyline & Statue of Liberty with Pool Table, 5min to train to NYC
Views of NY Skyline & Statue of Liberty with Pool Table, 5min to train to NYC
Jersey City
Stay at this apartment in Jersey City. Enjoy tennis courts, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and Cape Liberty Cruise ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Great House!
"We stayed with five kids and three adults and this was the perfect place for us! Super easy to get into the city and super comfortable beds. Would absolutely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 11 April 2025

Views of NY Skyline & Statue of Liberty with Pool Table, 5min to train to NYC
One Grove
One Grove
2 out of 5
215 Grove St, Jersey City, NJ
Stay at this apartment in Jersey City. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions One World Trade Center and Statue ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great unit in Jersey City minutes from Liberty State Park & convenient to get into NYC. I was traveling with my six-year-old taking him to the Big Apple for the first time. It was a cold week in New York so we were grateful for having a comfortable home to seek refuge and hang out. Didn't see as ..."

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

One Grove
True 2-Bedroom, 25 Mins to NYC - Sleeps Four
True 2-Bedroom, 25 Mins to NYC - Sleeps Four
2 out of 5
Jersey City
Stay at this apartment in Jersey City. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Nice stay
"Apartment was clean and neat. The host was very kind and accommodating! 10/10 stay!"

Reviewed on 21 April 2025

True 2-Bedroom, 25 Mins to NYC - Sleeps Four
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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Reviews of Jersey City

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
186
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
262
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
118
3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
28
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
12
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Traveler

Due to the pandemic everything was closed

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love it and loved Kitchen Step restaurant esp.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

They Are Very Mean and Rude . I have asked to be reimbursed plenty of times since my stay !

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Again everything was wonderful

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

easy to access New York city and ferry to Ellis island and statue of liberty

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

So much traffic everywhere! Be prepared for frequent stops in Jersey City and NYC. If you plan on driving to NYC, think about it twice. NYC is definitely not the place you want to drive. There is no parking anywhere.