What is Downtown Newark like?

Downtown Newark is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its live music and theatre scene. Make sure that you visit Prudential Center and New Jersey Historical Society Museum as part of your Downtown Newark travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Newark?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown Newark. This hotel is steps from Prudential Center, and offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station and TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown Newark?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Newark to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Newark area.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown Newark.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Newark?

Sights like New Jersey Historical Society Museum and Prudential Hall at New Jersey PAC can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Newark. Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Gallery Aferro, Newark City Hall and QXT's are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Newark. While you're out sightseeing in Newark, make sure that you visit other sights such as Alumni Field or Aljira - A Center for Contemporary Art.

How can I get around Downtown Newark and the greater Newark area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Military Park Station and Washington Street Station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Newark Penn Station.

Top 10 Downtown Newark Hotels of 2026

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A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and large windows.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown

Downtown Newark

Kisha

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception area with a dark wood panel wall and three marble reception desks.

2. TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown

Downtown Newark

Armando

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and potted plants.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station

Downtown Newark

Tiffany

RM629 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

4. Robert Treat Hotel

Downtown Newark

Kevin

RM726 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and wooden walls.

5. PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

15.2 km from Downtown Newark

Amani

RM1,794 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

6. Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South

15.2 km from Downtown Newark

Gonzalo

RM807 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a large sectional sofa, wooden shelving, and a large window with a city view.

7. Hampton Inn Manhattan/Times Square Central

15.6 km from Downtown Newark

Anthony

RM915 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and ambient lighting.

8. Courtyard by Marriott New York World Trade Center Area

13.7 km from Downtown Newark

Carla

RM1,041 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a sign reading 'COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT,' and flags.

9. Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

17.2 km from Downtown Newark

Kobe

RM917 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

10. Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street

15.7 km from Downtown Newark

Deidre

RM1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a cityscape view through large windows.

11. Wingate by Wyndham New York Midtown South/5th Ave

15.9 km from Downtown Newark

Mark

RM853 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, modern furniture, and a potted plant.

12. Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South

15.2 km from Downtown Newark

Dania

RM1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

13. The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group

13.7 km from Downtown Newark

Holane

RM962 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

14. Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel

15.8 km from Downtown Newark

Safeer

RM857 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a large sign reading "Hampton Inn" and "Home to Cities by Plane."

15. Hampton Inn New York Times Square

16.1 km from Downtown Newark

Donna

RM915 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

16. Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown

13.9 km from Downtown Newark

Carlos

RM786 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop seating area with cushioned chairs and tables, overlooking a city skyline.

17. Sheraton Tribeca New York Hotel

14.2 km from Downtown Newark

Giampiero

RM985 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern dining area with a long table, black chairs, and a bar area with stools.

18. Residence Inn Marriott New York Downtown Manhattan/WTC Area

14 km from Downtown Newark

John

RM978 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern restaurant with a wooden counter, a cash register, and a menu display.

19. Courtyard New York Manhattan/Times Square West

15.3 km from Downtown Newark

GARY

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "pod express checkout" in a modern building with large windows and wooden slats on the wall.

20. Pod Times Square

15.3 km from Downtown Newark

Ludwin

RM692 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Where to stay in Downtown Newark

Find the best Downtown Newark areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Newark

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West Side

If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.

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North Ironbound

While visiting North Ironbound, you might make a stop by sights like Mamazzita and Riverfront Park.

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A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a paved plaza.

Ironbound District

If you're spending some time in Ironbound District, Mamazzita and Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with a mix of modern and older buildings, a river in the foreground, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Central Ward

If you're spending time in Central Ward, check out sights like Prudential Center or Newark Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.

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Greenville

If you're spending some time in Greenville, Fems Park and Afro-American Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Downtown Newark Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay – highly recommend! I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The staff were outstanding: friendly, attentive and always willing to help with a smile. They made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The location is excellent, very central and close to everything, which made getting around easy. The room was very comfortable, and I rested well every night. I'd gladly stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting the city!"

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1. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown

2. TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station

4. Robert Treat Hotel

5. PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

6. Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South

7. Hampton Inn Manhattan/Times Square Central

8. Courtyard by Marriott New York World Trade Center Area

9. Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Midtown East

10. Hilton Garden Inn New York/West 35th Street

11. Wingate by Wyndham New York Midtown South/5th Ave

12. Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South

13. The Cloud One New York-Downtown, part of the Motel One Group

14. Best Western Premier Empire State Hotel

15. Hampton Inn New York Times Square

16. Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center/Manhattan Downtown

17. Sheraton Tribeca New York Hotel

18. Residence Inn Marriott New York Downtown Manhattan/WTC Area

19. Courtyard New York Manhattan/Times Square West

20. Pod Times Square

Where to stay in Downtown Newark

West Side

North Ironbound

Ironbound District

Central Ward

Greenville

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