New Jersey offers several fine hotels near the Statue of Liberty.
The Statue of Liberty, one of the most recognizable monuments in the world, is situated in the Upper New York Bay, opposite Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. The park not only contains the Statue of Liberty Overlook, picnic areas and playground, but a year-round ferry service to the statue. Convenience-minded travelers can find several fine New Jersey hotels located in close proximity to the ferries providing transportation to the Statue of Liberty.
The Westin Jersey City Newport
The Westin Hotel is located a few minutes' drive from New York City and is centrally situated in the waterfront financial district of Jersey City. With views of the Newport Marina, Statue of Liberty and Manhattan, the hotel features 429 deluxe guest rooms and suites complete with pillow top mattresses, luxurious bedding, bathrobe, coffee maker, hair dryer, flat screen LCD cable TV and in room video games. Upgraded guest rooms are equipped with a fully stocked mini bar and exercise machine. As well as an indoor swimming pool, complimentary toiletries and wireless high speed Internet access are a sampling of additional amenities. As of spring 2010, rates start at $129 per night.
The Westin Jersey City Newport
479 Washington Blvd.
Jersey City, NJ 07310
201-626-2900
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Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson
Located on the Hudson River with views of lower Manhattan's financial district and the Statue of Liberty, the Hyatt Regency in Jersey City is just a short ferry trip away from Lady Liberty. Offering 350 guestrooms, all with a water view, the luxurious hotel features amenities, such as concierge service, valet parking, indoor pool with New York City skyline views, jogging promenade, business and fitness centers, and grand ballroom with outdoor terrace. Guestrooms contain a refrigerator, cable LCD TV, iPod dock and granite bath. Rates range in price from $272 to $505 nightly as of 2010.
Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson
2 Exchange Place,
Jersey City, NJ, USA 07302
201-469-1234
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Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel
The Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel is located directly on the Hudson River, adjacent to the New York City ferry dock and less than five miles from the Liberty Park ferry service. Amenities include fitness room and business center, high-speed Internet access, indoor swimming pool, and restaurant overlooking the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. All 347 guest rooms contain microwave, refrigerator, cable TV, VCR, sofa bed, iron and ironing board, makeup mirror and complimentary toiletries. Rates start at $134 per night as of 2010.
Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel
500 Harbor Blvd.
Weehawken, NJ 07086
201-617-5600
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