Hackensack River Waterfront Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Hackensack River Waterfront

ROW NYC
"The room, hallways, and fixtures look a bit worn. Exposed wires in the room in corner. Easy to work AC. Check in with Junior was fabulous. Elevator is a bit of a challenge, I met so many guests that couldn't figure out the elevators and a bit long for the upper floors. You have to go to a touch pad ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Location, location, location!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Empire Hotel
"There was a group of middle school aged girls packed into a room across the hall from us. They were in the hall SCREAMING the entire night. I called the front desk three times between 4:00-4:30am, and nothing was done about it. I went downstairs to speak with the manager who was conveniently in a ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Location was great, property was clean and staff was helpful. But at times the lobby would get hectic (but to be expected from a hotel of that capacity) all in all I would recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Great location"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"The room was very small but we made it work and you are only sleeping in it technically. The AC was not working and we were there on the hottest weekend so that sucked. Other than that it was great!!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Hackensack River Waterfront

Downtown Jersey City
Travellers to Downtown Jersey City praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Jersey City City Hall and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

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.

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

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.

The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Barsky Gallery and Washington Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
















