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

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
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
Jersey City showing signage

The Waterfront

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

The Waterfront
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The Heights

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 Clifton/Rutherford
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton/Rutherford
3 out of 5
265 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ
The price is AED 443 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
AED 443
AED 508 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clifton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,186 reviews)
"Staff at the front desk was very friendly, suggested places to visit and help navigate the city."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton/Rutherford
Harmony Suites
Harmony Suites
3 out of 5
455 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
The price is AED 555 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 555
AED 653 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (2,982 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 26 May 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 AED 621 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
AED 621
AED 730 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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 ...
6.6/10 (188 reviews)
"This was my first time in the area. This hotel was easy to get to and from the stadium. The room was nice and no issues with check in or check out. Everything went fast."

Reviewed on 26 May 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.
Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
4 out of 5
1414 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Hoboken. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 April 2025

Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
Jersey City
Stay at this apartment in Jersey City. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Amazing stay!
"Shareef was an amazing host! Enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
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 laundry facilities, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and Cape Liberty Cruise Port ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Perfect for NY city tours
"We stayed here with two families and four kids (ages 5 to 10) and had an absolutely great time. The apartment is exactly as shown in the listing — very clean, well-furnished, and comfortable for a group. The pool table was a big hit, and we made full use of the well-stocked kitchen for meals and ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Views of NY Skyline & Statue of Liberty with Pool Table, 5min to train to NYC
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.