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Visiting Princeton

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Princeton, and visitors give high marks for the college vibe, shopping, and fun sporting events. This city also attracts tourists with its restaurants and theme park. Top sights around the area include Sesame Place and Six Flags Great Adventure.

There are 75 hotels and other accommodations in Princeton
The closest major airport is in Princeton, NJ (PCT), 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the city center
The next closest is in Trenton, NJ (TTN-Mercer), 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Princeton

Cultural venues in the city include Princeton University Art Museum, McCarter Theater, and McCarter Theatre. The city is notable for landmarks like Albert Einstein's House, Princeton Cemetery, and Morven Museum & Garden. Shopping is a favorite activity, so consider an excursion to Palmer Square and University Square Shopping Center.

In Princeton, you'll be able to select from 75 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday retreat. These are top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

Woolverton Inn - This 4-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its helpful staff.
Inn at Glencairn - Our customers like the breakfast and quiet location at this B&B. This 4-star bed & breakfast features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
Crowne Plaza Princeton - With a stay at this 3.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and an indoor pool, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its bar and clean, comfortable rooms.

Outside the city, popular places to visit include Sesame Place, located 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from the heart of the city, and Six Flags Great Adventure, which is 17.8 mi/28.6 km away.

Dressing for Princeton

Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 56°F and the nighttime average to be 23°F
From April to June, temperatures average about 84°F during the day and 37°F at night
July through September averages 86°F during the day and 50°F at night
In October-December, the average temperature is 70°F during the day and 24°F at night
About 46.42 inches of rain falls on Princeton each year
Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 84°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 25°F

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Princeton?

Crowne Plaza Princeton is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Traveler reviews also recommend Hampton Inn Princeton and Hampton Inn East Windsor as top choices for your trip.

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

Yes, you’ll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that’s non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on “Search”, then filter by “free cancellation” to get the top deals on offer in Princeton.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Princeton?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Princeton, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Princeton?

Based on reviews, Red Carpet Inn And Suites Monmouth Jtc is a popular 2-star hotel for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options for your budget-friendly stay include Hampton Inn Princeton and Extended Stay America - Princeton - South Brunswick.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Princeton?

Crowne Plaza Princeton is a top 3.5-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features an indoor pool and a restaurant. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Princeton Marriott at Forrestal and Courtyard by Marriott Ewing Princeton. Attractions in the area like Sesame Place and Six Flags Great Adventure are also fun for kids of all ages.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation in Princeton?

DoubleTree by Hilton Princeton is a favorite 3.5-star hotel for couples, and features an indoor pool and a restaurant. Other good choices for your romantic getaway include Chauncey Hotel & Conference Center and Lambertville House.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Princeton?

Chauncey Hotel & Conference Center is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and an indoor pool for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Hampton Inn Princeton and Motel 6 Lawrenceville, NJ.

Where is the best hotel to stay close to Princeton University?

Nassau Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It’s located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Princeton University. Another good choice is The Peacock Inn, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

What about the best place to stay close to The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)?

One of the top choices for your stay is SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ewing Princeton South, located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), and this 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Element Ewing Princeton and Courtyard by Marriott Ewing Princeton are a couple of other good options within a few miles.

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Princeton?

The Peacock Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection is a favorite 3-star hotel with Expedia travelers looking for a stylish accommodation, featuring a restaurant and a bar. Hyatt Place Princeton and Lambertville House are two other options for a boutique stay.

What's the best golf hotel in Princeton?

The Laurie House is a B&B featuring a health club and a bar, and it’s a top choice for golfing nearby. Other good options if you’d like to stay near a golf course include Courtyard by Marriott Cranbury South Brunswick and The Peacock Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection. You can tee off at Forsgate Country Club or Jasna Polana while you’re in town.

What are some accommodations with pools in Princeton?

Hyatt Place Princeton is a popular 3-star hotel featuring an indoor pool, free buffet breakfast, and a restaurant. A couple of other options that feature an onsite pool include The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village and DoubleTree by Hilton Princeton.

Recent reviews of Princeton hotels

Days Inn by Wyndham Monmouth Junction Princeton

Expedia Verified Review…

5 / 5

It was very nice for me and clean . I’m coming back soon…

A verified traveler stayed at Days Inn by Wyndham Monmouth Junction Princeton

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review…

5 / 5

The staff was so helpful and friendly. AND, we loved the buffet breakfast...the food, the set up, the dishes...everything was perfect. We sat around for a hour by the sunny front window eating and chatting. It's a lovely hotel and we definitely stay there again when we're in need of a little time away from home. Thank you!…

A verified traveler from Edison, NJ stayed at Hyatt Place Princeton

Posted 4 months ago

Days Inn by Wyndham East Windsor/Hightstown

Expedia Verified Review…

5 / 5

Restaurant on premise, but closed over coronavirus. Staff helpful. Very close to interstate. Comfortable bed…

A verified traveler stayed at Days Inn by Wyndham East Windsor/Hightstown

Posted 3 months ago

Expedia Verified Review…

5 / 5

Great stay as usual. This is one of my favorite places to stay.…

A verified traveler stayed at Red Roof Inn Princeton - Ewing

Posted 3 months ago

Better Than First Impressions…

4 / 5

The best thing about The Colonade was the room itself. It was quite spacious and clean. That contrasts with the rest of the building, which is older and is in need of a good cleaning. I would not be surprised if they lost customers who were turned off by the condition of the lobby. The room was much better than the lobby would lead one to believe. Its definitely a no-frills motel, but worth the price. …The best thing about The Colonade was the room itself. It was quite spacious and clean. That contrasts with the rest of the building, which is older and is in need of a good cleaning. I would not be surprised if they lost customers who were turned off by the condition of the lobby. The room was much better than the lobby would lead one to believe. Its definitely a no-frills motel, but worth the price.

A verified traveler stayed at Colonade Motel

Posted 1 year ago