What is Central Ward like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Newark's Central Ward neighbourhood. Are you looking for Central Ward travel tips? Make sure that you visit Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Ward?

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

How many hotels will I find in the Central Ward area?

Expedia has 209 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Ward to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Newark area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Ward, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Central Ward.

What is there to do around this Newark neighbourhood?

Krueger-Scott Mansion, Grace Church and Institute of Jazz Studies are some local landmarks to explore in Central Ward. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Central Ward include Wellness and Events Center, Gallery Aferro and Newark Symphony Hall. When you're sightseeing in Newark, Newark City Hall and Alumni Field are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Central Ward and the greater Newark area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Warren Street Station, Norfolk Street Station or Washington Street Station. If you want to venture out of town, Newark Penn Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Newark Broad St Station.

The Best Hotels in Central Ward, Newark - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Central Ward hotels

1. ROW NYC

10.8 mi from Central Ward

tiffany

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Pod Times Square

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Shanique

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

3. NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Kera

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG

1.9 mi from Central Ward

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

5. Arlo Midtown

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Nivesh

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Marissa Aarti

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport

2 mi from Central Ward

Emma

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

8. Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

11.2 mi from Central Ward

James

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Prabhjot

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

10. Margaritaville Resort Times Square

10.8 mi from Central Ward

James

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

11. DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

9.6 mi from Central Ward

Elijah

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Hotel St. James

11 mi from Central Ward

Kirk

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

13. Hotel Riu Plaza New York Times Square

10.8 mi from Central Ward

Catherine Mary

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

14. Moxy NYC Times Square

10.7 mi from Central Ward

Carolyn

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

15. Hampton Inn Newark Airport

2.4 mi from Central Ward

Natacha

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

16. TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown

Central Ward

Erika

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

17. Robert Treat Hotel

Central Ward

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

18. Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Maria

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

19. Holiday Inn Express New York City Times Square by IHG

10.5 mi from Central Ward

Alejandro

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

20. Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

10.8 mi from Central Ward

Morgan

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Central Ward

Property	Property class	Guest rating
TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,684 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,027 reviews	View
Robert Treat Hotel	3.0 star property	7.8 Good 3,604 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station	4.0 star property	8.0 Very good 1,599 reviews	View
Log Comfort 4	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Ward

Find the best Central Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Newark

Join local residents at a fun event, look around the impressive city hall and admire the statues and flowers in Military Park.

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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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center.

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Ironbound District

While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Newark Central Business District

While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.

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