Highlands
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Where to stay in Highlands

Sandy Hook
Travellers like the parks in Sandy Hook, and Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area is a top attraction you might want to visit.

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
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Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
One of the nicest hotels I've stayed at. The pool was my daughters favorite part of the property and kept her busy in the heat.
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026

Soho Grand Hotel
Staff was great, we had a minor injury in NYC and they got us whatever we needed!
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026

East Village Hotel
Enjoyed our stay. Good price, nice room. Love the location. The only issue is that when showering, the water spills out all over the bathroom floor and it was hitting the wood vanity sink and completely rotting and splintering the wood. They should come up with a better shower solution, as the shower ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026

Placemakr Wall Street
Staff was super, when we arrived, Taylor was friendly and very helpful! The room was huge. Great location. Will be back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026

Aura Hotel Brooklyn
I love this room, one of my favorites when I come to New York
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Popular places to visit

Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Highlands. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Sandy Hook Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Highlands when you stop by Sandy Hook Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Twin Lights State Historic Site
You can learn about the history of Highlands with a trip to Twin Lights State Historic Site. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
- Statue of Liberty
- Wall Street
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Bridge
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- National September 11 Memorial & Museum
- Liberty State Park
- Battery Park
- The High Line Park
- Hoboken Waterfront
- Washington Square Park
- Ellis Island

