When you want convenient access to the Big Apple but prefer a quiet small town feel, staying in one of several boutique hotels in Secaucus is a smart move. This suburban community in New Jersey lies at the cusp of Manhattan, less than 30 minutes away by bus or a five-mile drive from Times Square.
Here are four amazing Secaucus hotels to choose from.
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1. Meadowlands Plaza Hotel
Located eight miles from Liberty State Park, the 176-room Meadowlands Plaza Hotel sits within the Meadowlands vicinity, Secaucus’ premier entertainment venue. The Meadowlands Expo Center and Racetrack is accessible within 1.5 miles.
It is five miles from vibrant Manhattan via express bus. From here, you can be ferried away to the Statue of Liberty within a few minutes.
Each room is elegantly decorated with dark wood and facilities such as a work desk, mini fridge, coffee maker, cable TV, microwave, and hair dryer; plus, freebies including area shuttle, in-room WiFi, newspapers, local calls, and all-American breakfast. Also on-site is a fitness center and La Reggia, which serves toothsome Italian and American dishes.
2. Meadowlands River Inn
A popular choice among NJ students and families in town for sporting events at the Meadowlands Sports Complex, the homey Meadowlands River Inn takes you to Harmon Meadows’ shopping and dining outlets and Greenwich Village – NYC’s Bohemian capital – within minutes.
The pet-friendly hotel rooms are modest but equipped with work-and-play necessities like an office desk, coffee maker, microwave, fridge, and free WiFi. Reservations come with free breakfast and full access to a gym, business center, parking space, and complimentary beverages.
3. Red Roof Plus+Secaucus –Meadowlands – NYC
If you’re looking for fantastic views, accessibility to NYC, and comfortable economy accommodations, Red Roof PLUS+ Secaucus – Meadowlands – NYC is an excellent option.
Situated along the banks of Hackensack River, the hotel’s non-smoking rooms offer up-close views of the 50-mile long river as it meanders through the Meadowlands. Rooms, while minimalist, feature plush beds, fridge, flat TVs with extended channels, office desk, microwave, laptop safe, and private bath with bathtub. There’s also a laundry facility and snack bar on site.
Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi, coffee, tea, and local calls across continental US. Pets and kids aged 17 and below get to stay for free too!
From the hotel, you can troop to the riverside picnic area for barbecue or hop on a boat at the marina for a cruise. Within walking distance are the Meadowland Sports Complex and Harmon Meadow Plaza. New York is accessible within six miles using nearby Metro Train and Metro Bus stops.
4. Extended Stay America – Secaucus
Another hotel perched on the Hackensack Riverbanks, Extended Stay America – Secaucus shares the same exciting perks as Red Roof Plus+ Secaucus: free WiFi, coffee, tea, local calls, continental breakfast, and free stays for pets and kids under 17. Discounts are also given to guests on long-term stays.
Each room in this 5-storey lodge comes with cable-equipped LCD TV, a work desk, and a full kitchen with a full-sized fridge, stove top, cookware, dinnerware, utensils, and microwave.
Staying in Extended Stay America places you less than a mile from the local medical center and within three miles of mall complexes and the Meadowlands Expo Center. NYC is a 15-minute drive by car.
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