Find Cheap Hostels in Jersey City

By going with a hostel you can spend less on lodging and save more of your budget for exploring during your vacation. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the river views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Jersey City accommodations, which get positive reviews from our guests: Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Harmony Suites - You can take advantage of free WiFi, an indoor pool, and a bar at this hotel. Hilton Meadowlands - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Best Western Premier NYC Gateway Hotel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this motel. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton/Rutherford - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 37°F. The rainiest months in Jersey City are July, August, June, and May, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.

Generally, Jersey City is known for its skyscrapers, rivers, and parks. Major attractions include One World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty, and Madison Square Garden. Get out into nature with places like Hamilton Park, Liberty State Park, and Hudson River Park. Cultural attractions include Liberty Science Center, Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, and Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Jersey City on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), 7.4 mi (11.9 km) away. Another option is John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), located 14.5 mi (23.3 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. Head to Bergenline Avenue Station to catch metro. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Jersey City Grove St. Station, Jersey City Marin Boulevard Station, or Jersey City Harborside Financial Center Station.