Golfers looking for a hotel close to courses within easy reach of New York City may choose to stay in northern New Jersey. Cities such as Hoboken and Jersey City are experiencing a rebirth, with trendy hotels and restaurants suitable for the most sophisticated traveler. Towns, including upscale Short Hills, also offer good choices for hotel accommodations, with convenient transportation directly into Manhattan. Many New Jersey hotels provide full-service fitness centers, restaurants and spas.
W Hotel Hoboken
The W Hotel in Hoboken is a trendy Starwood property located at the water's edge on River Street. Guests will enjoy spectacular views of Manhattan across the Hudson River, just 10 minutes away by ferry. The hotel features a stylish steakhouse, Zylo, where diners can enjoy the bar scene and dine indoors, or eat outside to appreciate the action on the paved walkway along the water. Bliss spa is on site, catering to men and women alike with its offering of treatments in a hip atmosphere spanning two floors. The fitness center is 1,500 square feet of state-of-the-art "technogym" equipment overlooking the river. If you need to take care of business during your stay, the business center is open 24 hours with high-speed Internet access, PC and Mac workstations, fax, shipping and more for your convenience. Nearby Washington Street in Hoboken is a bustling shopping and restaurant mecca.
The W Hotel Hoboken
225 River St.
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 253-2400
starwoodhotels.com/whotels
Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson
The Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson has 350 spacious guestrooms with waterfront and panoramic views of the Hudson River and New York City. Guests will find public transportation to Manhattan via PATH trains and the ferry. The Vu restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine, and guests enjoy a full fitness center and indoor pool with skyline views. A promenade is available for running and walking. Guest services include valet parking, concierge services and a business center with Wi-Fi. Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty are close by, as well as the Meadowlands Sports Complex and Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson
2 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 469 1234
jerseycity.hyatt.com
The Short Hills Hilton
The Short Hills Hilton is located 20 miles from Manhattan via New Jersey Transit train service from the nearby Milburn/Short Hills station, and just 13 miles from Newark Liberty Airport. This fashionable hotel is a 2-minute walk from the world-class shops and boutiques at the Mall at Short Hills. The Short Hills Hilton offers restaurants, including the Terrace with an elaborate Sunday brunch, the Retreat lobby lounge offering bar fare and an extensive wine menu, and the Patio Bar and Grill for poolside salads, sandwiches and entrees. Spa Chakra has facilities designed for high-energy workouts, along with certified personal trainers. For relaxation, enjoy lavish Spa Chakra treatments and classes, including yoga.
41 John F. Kennedy Parkway
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 379-0100
hiltonshorthills.com
About The Author
Sharon Penn, MS Ed, is a writer based in South Florida. She created materials for real estate developers, pharmaceutical companies and banks as a writer/account executive for a Princeton, New Jersey advertising agency. An adventurous "active adult," she has traveled extensively, is an avid golfer and is eager to share her experiences and interests with her readers.
