University Heights, NJ

Newark

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Stay near popular University Heights attractions

New Jersey Institute of Technology

8.0/10 (238 reviews)
Explore the campus of New Jersey Institute of Technology during your stay in Newark. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

$48
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

$23
per adult
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
NYC: Museum of Modern Art

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

$30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top of the Rock Timed Admission

Top of the Rock Timed Admission

$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Self Guided Exploration of NYC

The Conquer NYC Tour: 4-Day Self-Guided City Adventure Experience

$30
per traveler
The Conquer NYC Tour: 4-Day Self-Guided City Adventure Experience
The Lion King On Broadway

The Lion King On Broadway

$148
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Lion King On Broadway
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University Heights Hotel Deals

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
$224 nightly
The price is $260 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$260 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (583 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
$223 nightly
The price is $260 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$260 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7,423 reviews)
"The staff was excellent, especially Marcia. The room was clean. There were several things in the room that needed attention such as the off balance room refrigerator, the offset bathroom faucet, a broken bathtub stopper, no coffee pot in the room and nothing to prevent slipping in the bathtub allowing ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
$525 nightly
The price is $606 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$606 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Lotte New York Palace
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
$179 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$209 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
$175 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$204 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (7,049 reviews)
"Nice, upscale place."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Empire Hotel
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
$199 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$232 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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Where to stay in University Heights

Find the best University Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Newark

Noted for its live music and theaters, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Newark. Top attractions like Prudential Center and New Jersey Historical Society Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station to see more of the city.

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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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Ironbound District

When in Ironbound District, you can plan a visit to Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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North Ironbound

North Ironbound might not have many top sights, but Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central Ward

While you're in Central Ward, take in top sights like Prudential Center or Newark Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.

University Heights, NJ

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