Budget Hostels from

By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your money for fun things to do during your holiday. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the river views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main things in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Jersey City accommodations, which get positive reviews from our guests: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Harmony Suites - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking at this hotel. Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Hilton Meadowlands - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking at this motel. Quality Suites NYC Gateway - 2-minute walk from Jersey City Harborside Financial Center Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities at this hotel.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Jersey City is 1349 mm.

Generally, Jersey City is known for its skyscrapers, rivers and parks. Major attractions include One World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty and Madison Square Garden. Get out into nature with places such as The High Line Park, Hamilton Park and Liberty State Park. Cultural attractions include Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, Liberty Science Center and Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Jersey City on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is New York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base), located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) away. Another option is Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.), which is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. Head to Bergenline Avenue Station to catch the metro. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Jersey City Grove St. Station, Jersey City Marin Boulevard Station or Jersey City Harborside Financial Center Station.