Journal Square Travel Guide

Jersey City

A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a prominent skyscraper, and a river in the background.
A detailed stone carving with floral and leaf motifs, a central shield-like shape, and a bird figure.
A clock tower with ornate carvings and statues.
A detailed stone facade with ornate carvings and a clear sky in the background.
A neon sign with the text "Loew's Jersey" on a yellow background.

Stay near popular Journal Square attractions

Loew's Jersey Theater

Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.
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Things to do

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

฿854
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

฿1,440
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

฿1,454
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

฿1,440
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

฿783
per adult
American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket
New York Jets Football Game at Metlife Stadium

New York Jets Football Game at Metlife Stadium

฿5,041
per adult
New York Jets Football Game at Metlife Stadium
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Top hotels in Journal Square

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ฿6,003 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿6,003
฿8,544 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8/10 Very good! (2,449 reviews)
"We stayed at this property for 4 nights. It was a great location, close to times square and subway stations for ease of getting around. The rooms were small but clean. You can tell it is an older hotel but they have done a good job with updating the rooms. As someone with thick hair, the shower pressure ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

ROW NYC
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ฿7,420 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿7,420
฿9,978 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is ฿15,472 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿15,472
฿19,011 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,296 reviews)
"We will definitely stay here again! Best location, it is near everything. The staff was very nice and helpful, view was amazing and rooms were great!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Lotte New York Palace
Pod Times Square

Pod Times Square

3 out of 5
400 W 42nd Street New York NY
The price is ฿3,996 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿3,996
฿5,707 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,164 reviews)
"Bunk Bed was great for my son, small room but perfect for the two of us"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Pod Times Square
Park Lane New York

Park Lane New York

5 out of 5
36 Central Park S New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿18,610 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿18,610
฿23,357 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,827 reviews)
"Just ok."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Park Lane New York
Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel

4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St New York NY
The price is ฿5,524 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,524
฿7,223 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Empire Hotel
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Where to stay in Journal Square

Find the best Journal Square areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings and a calm body of water in the foreground.

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.

A frozen lake with a city skyline in the background during sunset.

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.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and older buildings, a river in the distance, and a cloudy sky.

The Heights

While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Washington Street and Loew's Jersey Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

A large clock with a red 'Colgate' sign in front of a tall glass building.

The Waterfront

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

Journal Square Travel Guide