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Hotels in Historic Downtown

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Where to stay in Historic Downtown?

6 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4.0 star property
4.9 km from Historic Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3121)
The price is ฿7,312
฿10,150 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top landmarks in Historic Downtown

Jersey City City Hall showing heritage elements

Jersey City City Hall

Jersey City City Hall is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Jersey City. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the museums, monuments and art galleries in the area?
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View of Manhattan skyline at sunset from Hamilton Park in Downtown Jersey City, New Jersey

Hamilton Park

4.3/5 (56 reviews)
Hamilton Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Jersey City. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the monuments, museums and art galleries in the area?
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Check out reviews of Historic Downtown hotels guests love

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was so amazing and the room was perfect! First time in NYC and i'll definitely be staying here again. "
Valeria 2-night trip
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DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Downtown expensive to stay in?
You can find great hotels from ฿3,857 in Historic Downtown to suit a range of budgets. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
How can I find discounted rates and deals for Historic Downtown hotels?
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Historic Downtown hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Historic Downtown hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
Is it worth staying in Historic Downtown?
You're spoilt for choice with 71 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Historic Downtown makes it easy to explore Jersey City, including the areas of Manhattan and Queens.
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What's Historic Downtown like?

If you want to find the perfect area to explore, consider Historic Downtown. Take time to see places such as Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall while you're here. There's plenty more to see, including White Eagle Hall and Meluso Park.

How to get to Historic Downtown

Flying to:

  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Historic Downtown
  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB), 9 mi (14.5 km) from Historic Downtown
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 9.9 mi (16 km) from Historic Downtown

Things to see and do in and around Historic Downtown

What to see in Historic Downtown

  • Jersey City City Hall
  • Meluso Park
  • Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza
  • Jersey City Public Library

Things to do in Historic Downtown

  • Hudson River Waterfront Walkway
  • White Eagle Hall
  • Jersey City Museum
  • Old Colony Plaza Shopping Center
  • Old Colony Square Center

When is the best time to visit Jersey City?

  • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 23°C)
  • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 2°C)
  • Rainiest months: July, August, December, October (average 133 mm of rainfall)

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