Journal Square Travel Guide
Jersey City





Visit Journal Square
Stay near popular Journal Square attractions
Things to do

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
Top hotels in Journal Square

Row Nyc
"Fueron una vacaciones cortas, es mi segunda vez en el hotel y siempre cumple sus expectativas"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Everything was good just bathroom was a little small it was a good view"
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Lotte New York Palace
"Clean room and comfortable bed. I was surprised that the hotel is not as renovated as I had expected — it’s nice but not THAT nice as it is an older hotel. The staff is not 5 star like in other high end hotels. For instance, the hostess at the Gold Room was not helpful and prioritized talking with ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"We recently stayed at PUBLIC Hotel in New York and overall really enjoyed the hotel itself. The property has a very cool, modern atmosphere, and we especially loved the bars, rooftop, and lounge areas. The hotel has a great vibe and is definitely a fun place to stay in the city."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Empire Hotel
"The staff were helpful and friendly. The lobby was pleasant as was roof top bar! The room was poor. The bathroom was too small. Sink had no water pressure and poorly designed faucet. Too low. The toilet too small. When showering couldn’t help flooding the floor no matter how tried to prevent them ..."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Journal Square

Downtown Jersey City
Travellers to Downtown Jersey City praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Jersey City City Hall and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

Hudson Yards
While you're in Hudson Yards, take in top sights like The Edge and jump on the metro at 34th Street–Hudson Yards Station to see more of the city.

The Waterfront
If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.

Newport
Unique features of Newport include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Newport Centre or Holland Tunnel while you're exploring the area.

The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Barsky Gallery and Washington Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

















