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Where to stay in Historic Downtown

Find the best Historic Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Hudson Yards

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

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The Waterfront

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

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Downtown Jersey City

Facing Manhattan from the west side of the Hudson River, Downtown Jersey City is packed with parks and historic neighborhoods.

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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.

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Journal Square

Are you interested in fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers? A visit to Journal Square might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Loew's Jersey Theater and Jackie Robinson Statue.

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Top Historic Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hotel St. James

10/10 Excellent

"It’s relatively bare bones, but it’s clean, the staff is lovely and you can’t beat the location."

Hotel Edison Times Square

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, but needed updating. We paid extra for a balcony, but there were no chairs, so we did not get our money’s worth. If you want an upgrade, go for another suite option. Location cannot be beat, so overall the rating is good. We walked to theaters and nightclub. We could not get into the rum house because we did not have a reservation. The hotel breakfast at Friedman’s was a limited menu, but all was very good. French toast was outstanding. You need reservations for breakfast at Friedman’s also, especially in weekends. "

Park Central Hotel New York

6/10 Okay

"Great location and very comfortable beds. One elevator was continually down which was hard. Tub stopper was only half effective and rusty coloured water came into tub at some point every time i ran it. Slow for service for extra blankets and pillows and to plunge a toilet (7 hours later). There also is an extra $40/night fee which was not advertised until we were checking in. non-negotiable apparently."

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

2/10 Terrible

"BEWARE!!! After our 4-night stay, we were charged a $500 smoking fee. We are non-smokers and 100% did not smoke in the room. I spent 10 days and made 7 calls attempting to resolve this issue with hotel management, but they refused to remove the charge. Their position was essentially that they did not believe us, despite us repeatedly explaining that we do not smoke. What is most concerning is not just the excessive amount of the fee, but being charged for something we did not do and then being treated as though we were being dishonest. The hotel claimed we “smoked” in the room approximately 30 minutes before checkout after a 4-night stay, which makes very little logical sense. I initially tried to handle this professionally and directly with management, but since they were unwilling to work cooperatively, I feel it is important to warn future guests. Be aware that you could potentially leave your stay with a significant charge for something you did not do."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Historic Downtown?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Jersey City's Historic Downtown neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall as part of your Historic Downtown travel plans.

How many hotels will I find in Historic Downtown?

Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Jersey City area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Historic Downtown.

What is there to do around this Jersey City neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Hamilton Park, Meluso Park and Van Vorst Park. Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center and Wall Street. While you're out sightseeing in Jersey City, make sure that you visit other sights such as Brooklyn Bridge or White Eagle Hall.

How can I get around Historic Downtown and the greater Jersey City area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Jersey City Grove St. Station.

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PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

Little Charlie Hotel

Nester Finn Financial District

Four Points by Sheraton Midtown-Times Square

Fairfield by Marriott New York Manhattan Times Square

Hotel Henri NY

Aloft by Marriott New York Chelsea

Night Hotel Broadway

Hotel Richland LES

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Club Quarters Hotel, World Trade Center

Pod Times Square

The Washington

Artezen Hotel

YOTEL New York Times Square

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

citizenM New York Times Square

Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street

Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Where to stay in Historic Downtown

Hudson Yards

The Waterfront

Downtown Jersey City

Newport

Journal Square

Top Historic Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hotel St. James

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