Hotel with Sauna in Somerset, NJ

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Piscataway Somerset (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Just off I-287, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 1.5 miles from Road Up Raritan Historic District and 5.1 miles from Rutgers University-New Brunswick.The unpretentious suites offer 2 flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, plus separate living rooms with pull-out sofas, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded suites add free WiFi, Keurig coffeemakers, and access to a refreshment center with snacks.Freebies include parking and an area shuttle, plus hot breakfast, and evening socials with appetizers and drinks. There’s also an indoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, as well as a business center, meeting space and a casual restaurant/bar.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to the East Jersey Olde Towne Village
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the large rooms but some disliked the air conditioning
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the casual restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “omelettes” 33 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Cortney Thomas

Nice hotel for the money Easily accessible from the parkway Ample parking

I had a two-double bed suit The front parlor has a mini fridge, microwave wet bar, TV and sofa-bed The bathroom is a little dated but good water pressure and clean Pool was on the smaller size They have a full bar and you can order appetizers Nice lounge areas to mingle Great buffet breakfast which takes sanitary and health precautions into account Jennifer who assisted us at the main desk was awesome I used the App to check-in and it was great I was able to select my room and use my phone as my room key One of the downfalls of the App they do not tell you that you need to visit the front desk to get passes to utilize some of the amenities of the hotel This is a family friendly hotel

Amaris Pollock

We booked our room through a secondary app that Embassy Suites works with, and they somehow lost the room we booked (two rooms that were combined with double beds and a pull out couch) and switched it with a single KingAfter a little arguing and showing proof of the confirmation of our room, the front desk was able to find an available room close to what we ordered & paid for And the staff was being friendly and helpful during the dilemma/confusion

So I would recommend that if you book a reservation through a secondary travel app–ALWAYS call up the particular hotel immediately after you obtain your confirmation from the secondary app to ensure that your reservation matches what Embassy Suites received from the travel app That way you can avoid what we went through before you arriveThat said, the room was clean as was the entire public spaces The breakfast comps (a coupon per person/per overnight stay) were handed over via a coupon We were also handed a complimentary ‘welcome drink’ for the evening for every adult in our reservation who was 21+ but none of us used itThe breakfast in the morning was well organized, ample beverage choices (coffee, tea, milk, juices) with a fresh fruit section, cereal to choose from, scratch-made pancakes and omelettes (I would recommend) & french toast (needs to be improved) with fried potatoes and your choice of breakfast meats–either bacon or sausage (bacon was paper thin and very salty, so maybe the sausage was a better choice, but we all had the bacon)Anyhow, the room was comfortable and clean You can change the temperature to fit your preference The bathroom was a good size and there was an additional sink in the room with the beds as well a wet bar sink in the lounge area of our room The lounge area was a little on the small size but workableI’d say that this room was a bit overpriced in comparison to where I’ve stayed at in prior trips at different hotels (those have larger rooms & larger lounge areas in the rooms), but overall it was okay for a single night’s stayPrice point to what we received: I personally would stay at one of the other hotel chains that I’m alluding to over this one, especially since the main reason we chose this location was for the pool (which was closed due to Covid restrictions) So for all intensive purposes, we were in a smaller room than what I know we could have stayed at for about 100 dollars less with similar breakfast deals but the other chains lack the displayed ambiance you’re greeted and surrounded by when you enter into this hotel’s lobby & public areas

Melissa L

The breakfast was delicious! Loved the omelets! The main foyer area was beautiful (bravo to the architect) If you have to spend a few days here you would enjoy sitting by the fountain or taking a leisurely walk along the pondOur room was clean and spacious, but we did have to change it upon arrival due to a small leak in the bathroom

The staff was pleasant and friendly, and a special thank-you to Heraldo who was very kind and helped us with our room changeOverall it was a very enjoyable experience and I highly recommend this hotel

2. The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Across from the State Theater, this stylish hotel and conference center is a 15-minute walk from Rutgers University and 20 miles from Staten Island.Elegant rooms have Wi-Fi (fee), pillow-top mattresses, flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, as well as desks, coffeemakers and original, New Jersey-inspired artwork. Suites add separate living areas, wetbars, dining tables and kitchenettes. Room service is offered.Amenities include an indoor pool, a huge meeting and conference facility, an event ballroom and a spa (surcharge), plus a fitness center, laundry services (surcharge), and a sophisticated restaurant and lounge.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University and Geology Hall
  • Some guests complained about the beds and the kitchenettes
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned “Theater” 10 times
  • Guests liked the nightlife
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Upower Upower

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I’ve been staying here for a very long time If you decide to stay here you for sure won’t be disappointedRooms are clean and so is the lobby and hotel overall I’ve stayed at a number of hotels in the area and the Heldrich is one of the nicest One of the great things about this hotel is it’s surrounded by a lot of restaurants You can literally walk across the street and be at a number of fine dining restaurants within 40 feet of the hotel doors It simply makes life easier if you are visiting in the area Hotel management is very nice and accommodating as well

Grisel Johnson

We were traveling from out of town and stayed here for a night Room was very big and spacious No complaints except that room service did not come unless I requested a clean

Also I stepped on a pin needle?! I let the cleaning room service know and she saw it her self She plainly said we clean the carpet when we vacuum but we don’t always guarantee that everything comes up! They are so lucky my 5 year old or crawling 11 month old did not get stuck with it…or else there would be a lawsuit pending! Manager was nice to offer us free breakfast but unfortunately our flight was leaving at 3am and couldn’t accept his offer Management was suppose to get back with us about the incident and still haven’t heard back I would not recommend this hotel not very professional at all

Bhaumik Parekh

We had the worst experience staying at this hotel! I would not recommend it to anybody as their staff service is worst than a motel We paid $500 for 2 nights that is way expensive than any 3-4 stars hotel considering that we will also get good service from the staff for the price that we paid but that was not the case We asked for microwave and they told us we will be charged $25 for it, first of all which good hotel charges for microwave

We were ready to pay for it at the end but turned out they did not even have one in their inventory!We asked for extra comforter as I was feeling too cold and their thermostat was also not working to set the temperature, they did not give extra comforter as well We kept waiting but staff did not provide anything The phone was also not working from room so every time for any room service we had to go all the way down ourselvesWorst place to stay , please do not waste your money here as we already wasted ours!

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodbridge, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel is 6.8 miles from the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, 11.8 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport and 22 miles from the MetLife Stadium.The straightforward rooms offer desks and TVs with cable channels, plus coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. There’s also free WiFi and high-pressure showerheads in the bathrooms, while kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Suites add whirlpool tubs, pull-out sofas and separate living areas.Amenities include free parking and hot breakfast, as well as a heated indoor pool and whirlpool spa, and fitness and business centers.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are clean
  • 11 min drive to the Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Museum
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 10 times
  • Guests mentioned fitness centers 12 times
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Ruth Curtis

We enjoyed our stay here My family stayed in the 2 queen suite with pullout couch The beds were comfortable

Shower pressure was strong The breakfast was okay They had a variety to choose from each morning There was always coffee in the lobby as well We stayed here to visit NYC, which was about 30 min with traffic to the Staten Island ferry Which I highly recommend My youngest daughter enjoyed the pool as well Water temps were comfortable… the hot tub could have been a little warmer To access the pool and fitness area you need to have the front desk personnel key you in, which u thought was weirdThey do not provide bedding for the pullout couch so u need to call down for that but they are prompt once called The road it’s on is quite busy but I honestly didn’t hear any traffic until late morning I would stay here again

B Reveau

I used to think of Holiday Inn Expresses as no-frills but pleasant stays Not anymore The room reeked of mold and mildew with damp carpet and blankets

I tried desperately to sleep and woke up at 4 AM unable to sleep anymore because of the moldy smell, finding mold on the window I could feel the cells of disease growing in my body because of the mold On the positive side, the breakfast was good, the room was clean except for the mold, and the check-in woman was nice The breakfast area was extremely hot and unpleasant, however The jacuzzi in the pool area was too cold and had an unbearable amount of chlorine that stung my eyes I can see from the other reviews the hotel staff lie in response to that allegation and state some part of the pool is broken – clearly not true A horrible place to which I vow to never return and couldn’t wait to come home to advise others to steer clear – unless you love breathing mold through your nose and mouth all night

bevin holcroft

This place was horrible! By far the worst hotel I have ever stayed in! Our “suite” smelled of old cigarettes and fresh marijuana There were children screaming and running up and down the halls until after 1:30am When I checked out at 4am to catch a flight, there was were suspicion dealing going on out of the front of the hotel

Do not stay here!!! My in-laws stayed at the comfort inn and had a very nice night, I suggest that as a much better option!

4. The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

This understated hotel is 3 miles from Herrontown Woods Arboretum, and 5 miles from both Morven Museum & Garden and the Princeton University Art Museum.Chic rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, plus safes, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some have separate living areas, pull-out sofas and/or in-room treadmills. Upgraded quarters provide access to a club lounge with complimentary breakfast, snacks and drinks.Amenities include a restaurant, a cocktail lounge and an outdoor pool, plus a gym and an indoor pool. There’s also hot tubs, and meeting and event space. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • Some guests disliked the kitchenettes but others praised the beds
  • 4 min drive to Lake Carnegie
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly and professional
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 22 times
  • Guests mentioned bars 32 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Upower Upower

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I have been coming here for a long time If you choose this place you definitely won’t regret itThis is a very lovely hotel that must have been recently built in the last few years I didn’t notice the typical Western smell but it may just be me You do have a Starbucks branded coffee area but I would not call it starbucks Overall it’s managed by very polite staff and the rooms are well designed It’s not a big hotel but it’s everything you need to enjoy your stay in Princeton

Jodi Dobinsky

The staff was very nice and efficient I solely booked this hotel over finding a slightly cheaper one because this hotel had rooms with a treadmill inside It was perfect for my early morning run

The missing star is just because the hotel is a little beat up looking There’s some stuffs, some spots, etc but the room was clean, even if it was a little worn

Hank Groff

This is a very lovely hotel that must have been recently built in the last few years I didn’t notice the typical Western smell but it may just be me You do have a Starbucks branded coffee area but I would not call it starbucks

Overall it’s managed by very polite staff and the rooms are well designed It’s not a big hotel but it’s everything you need to enjoy your stay in Princeton

5. Hampton Inn North Brunswick/New Brunswick (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel is 5 miles from Rutgers University and 3 miles from Farrington Lake.All rooms include free Wi-Fi and custom-designed beds, plus both full and lap desks (for working on the bed), flat-screen TVs with HD channels, minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers.Free on-site hot breakfast (daily) and to-go breakfast bags (weekdays) are offered, and there’s an exercise room and an indoor pool. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center and free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
  • 7 min drive to the Rutgers Gardens
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned pools 18 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Rhonda Wheeler Courson

The staff was friendly and helpful We were far away from home and needed shuttle service, Uber service, and food delivery The hotel staff helped me with all of it

Also, we were in town to take my daughter to a special hospital, but because of the time of the appointment, we were going to have to check out, carry our luggage with us to the hospital, and then come back and wait in the hotel lobby for about 3 hours before our shuttle arrived When we came down for the free breakfast (which was wonderful), I asked the guy at the front desk if it would be alright for us to stay in the lobby all afternoon He told me he would schedule us for late check out, which allowed us to leave our luggage in the room, eat lunch there, and only have a 45 minute wait in the lobby It worked out perfectly! Plus, the room was very nice We also used the fitness center and bought lots of snacks and drinks from their little store I’m so thankful we stayed here!

Barbara Perez

Here on business w my husband It’s utilitarian and serves it’s purpose for business travel, not luxury or vacay

Breakfast is nothing to write home about, they basically stop refills quarter to 9 so be early It was fine until the cleaning lady asked me 3 times BEFORE the noon check-out deadline if I was leaving, twice by knocking on my door! Highly annoying, since I was not there past noon! It was an OK 3 stars at most stay

B Turcz

I believe in giving places second chances And this Hampton in North Brunswick/New Brunswick was so much better the second time around The young lady at the front desk, Sam, is a “world class” professional

She spoke kindly, accurately, and sincerely to me and my girlfriend as we checked in Sam told us about breakfast, she informed us that the pool was open (despite a sign saying it was closed) and, even got us towels and walked us to the pool door to let us go inThe room was very nice too Bed was comfy, bathroom had enough towels for two people to shower off after a dip in the pool Television remote worked and the air conditioning unit was easy to control and understandAs a Hilton Honors (silver) I was very happy with this hotel And despite one bad previous experience, I believe this place redeemed itself with better customer service Thanks again to Sam at the front desk, you are a superstar front desk receptionist!

6. Crowne Plaza Edison, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Along Lincoln Highway, this informal hotel is 4 miles from both the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park and the Rutgers Geology Museum.Casual rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and pull-out sofas. Some have minifridges, microwaves and/or Keurigs. Suites add separate living areas and wet bars. Room service is available.Parking is free. Other amenities include a low-key restaurant/bar, a 24-hour gym and meeting space. Breakfast is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 12 min drive to the Rutgers Gardens
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the low-key restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 26 times
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 16 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Amy Bender

Stayed here for a lacrosse tournament in July Hotel is huge Rooms are large and the bed was comfortable

When we walked in the smell of stale cigarette smoke was overwhelming, there was the smell of old pot smoke when we got off the elevator Ice machine was out of order on our floor and we had to go up 3 floors There was no cold water even after lettingit run for quite some timewhich confused me

Armando Porroa

This is a nice place with a little old infraestructure but still enjoyable and with a touch of beautiful old fashioned details Rooms are still tidy and neat Remember that due to COVID-19 the cleaning is not every single day, but maybe after every 2 or 3 days

Large parking area around for free for guests Buffet breaks is pretty good with fresh options as fruits, yogurt, eggs done at your request or you can always take regular scrambled eggs from the table of hot dishesPersoneñ seems to be very helpful and are always trying to help you with everything about the food or drinks

Upower Upower

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I have been staying here for years If you decide to stay here you won’t regret itWe are staying 4 nights at this property 3 days before arriving, I called to find out if I could request a microwave in the room The front office manager, Amr Maged, was very helpful to explain that premium rooms come with microwave and there is a shared microwave on every floor for standard rooms He said he’ll see what he can do to get us a room with microwave Upon check-in, we were upgraded to a premium room with microwave The room is very nice, spacious and clean Thanks to Amr, we feel treated like valued guests at this hotel for the first time I say this because we stayed here twice previously, in July and November of last year and my requests for upgrade were denied both times despite me being a Spire elite The excuse on both occasions was no availability even though there were hardly any guests (judging by the number of cars in the parking lot)

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cranbury South Brunswick (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a leafy area off US-130, this informal all-suite hotel among commercial/industrial plazas is 5 miles from Pigeon Swamp State Park and 9 miles from Princeton University.Straightforward studios provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes; some add sofabeds. The 1- to 2-bedroom suites offer separate living rooms. Cribs are available on request.Parking is complimentary, as is a hot breakfast buffet served in a casual dining room. Other amenities include an indoor saltwater pool and a gym, as well as a BBQ area and a convenience store. Pets are welcome (fee).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the kitchenettes
  • 7 min drive to Plainsboro Preserve
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned refrigerators 10 times
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and treadmills
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

WhyTigr Lovesya

This hotel is very good and I highly recommend it The location is not the best, as there is nothing close to it other than a Wendy’s restaurant, and you’ll need a car to go anywhere as nothing is within walking distance The hotel staff is very nice and very quick to respond to any issues that may arise during your stay

Unlike some other hotel chains, this hotel does not try to force their way into your room to browse through your possessions and the cleaning staff is very nice tooIf you need a hotel in Central New Jersey and you’re mobile, this is definitely one that I would recommend

Shi’bella B

Very clean cozy and comfortable PHENOMENAL customer service

pool was amazing taking a dip in the pool which was so warm while barbecuing on the grill which was right directly at the pools eye The hotel itself is in a great location very quiet with it being in the cut which was the best part about the locationI will surely recommend as well as go stay there again

8. Courtyard by Marriott North Brunswick (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set a half-mile from Highway 1, this straightforward hotel is 6 miles from both Crystal Springs Family Waterpark and Rutgers Gardens.Streamlined rooms feature flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add sofabeds, and suites offer separate living areas.Parking is free. A breakfast buffet is served for a fee in an informal bistro that has a bar; dinner is also available. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 9 min drive to the Rutgers Gardens
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests mentioned showers 16 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines and free weights

Feedback From Real Customers

Linda Thach

One of the best experiences I have ever had at a hotel and it’s mostly due to the staff I had the pleasure of speaking to Melanie, Andrew, and the GM Summer and everyone was absolutely delightful You can see that they have such a good team dynamic in there because everyone is so amazing and you can feel the energy

The only reason why I knew Summer was the GM was because of her name tag and that is a good thing She was so nice to everyone and ready to do any job need be I could tell that the team there loves what they do and they made me love staying there just after one nightThe beds were comfy, room was nice, and there was no lingering musty smell in the roomsThank you all for such a great experience!

Mian

I was on a business trip from Canada to NJ, I have stayed other hotels before this one This hotel is new and clean, the staff at the front desk is very warm and helpful, they even let me check in early in 9Am The check in process and other service is efficient and quick

I had experienced of waiting long time for simple task at NJ a lot, but not this oneAlso the furniture and carpet in the hotel room are in relatively light colour, so that you can tell it is clean or not, and the room is bright They are not like other hotels that everything is in dark Really liked itFeel like exhausted traveller found some comfort finally at this hotel

Peter Wiatr

The hotel rooms were clean and organized, had a reasonably good view, and were close to various stores/restaurants, making it a good location The reception was friendly and accommodating Overall, in terms of the rooms, 5/5The only problem we had was with regards to the bistro

We had reserved a room that included free breakfasts that were to be picked up at the bistro Each time we faced a variety of issues The cashier often “conveniently forgot” to add particular items to our order, made bagels with either two tops or two bottoms and with a micrometre of cream cheese The first day we arrived there was no chef, meaning no hot meals (which was understandable) The next day, when the chef was in, we decided to order eggs For $850 plus tax, these were the smallest portions for the most mediocre eggs and bacon, not to mention the extra charge for toast, which was around $150-$250! Our experience with the bistro was a solid 1/5If you are looking for a good hotel with a nice view and convenient location then Courtyard North Brunswick is a solid choice, provided you avoid the bistro

9. Hyatt Regency New Brunswick (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 2 Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  • Phone: (732) 873-1234
  • Ratings: 4.2 (1826 reviews) Very good Eco-certified
  • Website : Hyatt Regency New Brunswick
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Stylish rooms & suites in a contemporary hotel with a restaurant/bar, a heated indoor pool & a gym.

About this hotel

An 11-minute walk from the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, this polished hotel is 9 miles from the Colonial Park Arboretum and Gardens.Modern rooms feature flat-screen TVs, work areas, coffeemakers and WiFi access (fee). Upgraded quarters have minifridges. Suites add separate living and sleeping areas; some include conference tables and private balconies, as well as wet bars and additional sitting/dining areas.Amenities include a warm restaurant/lounge, a heated indoor pool and a hot tub. There’s also a 24-hour fitness center and 33,000 sq ft of event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to Geology Hall and the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 54 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Mihir Patel

We are very disappointed in this property, honestly they should loose their Hyatt Regency name We checked in for two nights for a local wedding, the sheets on our king size bed had stains and hairs in it When we asked for our sheets to be changed, the night manager felt like she was accusing us, questioning when we checked in and why we didn’t noticed it earlier

I had to explain to her we just pulled the sheets back prior to going to bed but the fact I had to justify myself was frustrating We didn’t ask for any special accommodations, we just asked for new sheets They then explained how housekeeping is closed and they had to find someone to change the sheets Additionally, all the furniture had stains and dust on it, we had to put towels and clean sheets down to feel comfortable even sitting on it Looks like they owners recently renovated the lobby but decided to keep the rooms looking like they’re from the 1980s The hotel rooms are in rough shape, show their age, and unsanitary I wouldn’t recommend staying here, there are much better options locally for the same priceThe only good thing about the hotel is that the front desk and bar staff were kind But the rooms at this hotel are well below the Hyatt Regency standard

David Milner

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I’ve been coming here for a long time If you choose this place you definitely will love it I’m sure!Only one night, but it was very enjoyable No hassle check in Clean room with super comfy bed Great venue for our business meeting Catering was excellent Would go there again

B Reveau

Excellent Super-clean room, not noisy except for a small amount of noise from traffic outside, kind staff at check-in Pool very nice, jacuzzi quite spacious and definitely hot enough to relax but a tad bit hotter would be even better

Hours of pool and jacuzzi were great Nice that they put the on/off button for the jacuzzi jets inside the jacuzzi itself Yes, there is a parking fee but it is fair Great job

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Somerset (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-287, this informal all-suite hotel is a mile from Garden State Exhibition Center, 2 miles from Quail Brook Golf Course and 4 miles from Colonial Park Arboretum and Gardens.Relaxed suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves and minifridges, as well as coffeemakers, and sitting areas with pull-out sofas. Upgraded suites add whirlpool tubs.Freebies include hot breakfast and parking. There’s also a 24/7 convenience store, as well as a 24-hour fitness room. Other amenities include a business center and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 5 min drive to Colonial Park
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 12 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Cyn di

Wayne and his staff are amazing! The hotel is easily accessible for many major roads in the area When you arrive you are greeted by a friendly face and welcomed into a clean comfortable hotel We stayed there every weekend for over 2 months and we had no complaints about any of the rooms we were in during our stays

Any special request placed on the app were always in place when we arrived We were so happy with the hotel that our son is now using it for his block of rooms for his wedding Keep up the great work!

Nancy McNamara

We were booked as a guest for a wedding Having arrived from out of state, the front desk assisted in getting us into a room before the actual check-in time Unfortunately, although the room was vacated, it had not yet been cleaned

A quick call to the front desk got us immediately moved to another room The room was spacious and very comfortable The only drawback is that the rooms seem to have “mood” lighting You know, for evenings and good rest It was incredibly difficult to apply make-up in such dim lighting A mirror by the window or a bright bathroom light would have made a big difference! Being so close to a wedding venue, they should remember people get dressed there, not just sleep

Ben Copes

BED BUGS BED BUGS BED

BUGS I’m stating that right up front so anyone skimming the reviews sees it immediatelyWe stayed here two nights for a wedding over the 2022 Memorial Day weekend We did not notice anything immediately, but as my wife got ready to go to bed she found one mature bed bug Not having had interactions with the pest before, she thought it was a tick, which is gross, but doesn’t usually indicate an infestation I had been visiting with friends and came back to the room a half hour later and immediately realized that it was much worse than that Checking the corners of the bed, we confirmed that it was indeed a bed bug infestation and had likely been that way for some time since there were examples spanning the life cycle chart of bed bugs Needless to say, we immediately vacated the roomTo be fair, the staff at the hotel was somewhat accommodating They immediately gave us a new room and comped our entire stay However, they did not offer any preventative measures, did not do anything to ensure the new room (which was on the same floor) was not also infested, and were not able to even advise me on their standard sanitation practices Upon inspection, our new room was clean and we advised numerous friends staying in the hotel to check their rooms, which yielded no further bug findingsOver the course of the weekend, we walked past the room multiple times to see if anyone else was staying in the room or if they were cleaning the room or anything at all Nothing No precautions were made to ensure that the infestation wasn’t spreading A simple Google search shows that bed bugs can and will travel between rooms, so this was highly concerningAlmost a month later, despite taking extensive precautions, I live in fear that we brought the pests home with us since they can live for months without feeding (gross) I would happily pay the cost of the hotel stay in exchange for peace of mind, so while the comping of the room was appreciated, in my opinion it is entirely inadequate Do betterSuffice to say, we will not be staying at this hotel ever again, and furthermore will not be patronizing any Fairfield hotels in the future Please heed this warning and stay somewhere else – there are plenty of other hotels in the area

11. Courtyard by Marriott Cranbury South Brunswick (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This straightforward hotel is a 2.9-mile drive from the Forsgate Country Club and a 19.5-mile drive from Six Flags Hurricane Harbor.Contemporary-styled rooms offer free WiFi, desks, flat-screen TVs, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites and upgraded rooms add sofabeds, microwaves and living areas.Social spaces include a living room-style lobby. The American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, as well as Starbucks coffee. There’s also a business center with workstations and printers, and 3 meeting rooms. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a whirlpool, an exercise room, a free local shuttle and on-site free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 8 min drive to Thompson Park
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests mentioned “Bistro” 21 times
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 11 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has elliptical machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Maarten Dinkla

The general manager (who comped us a breakfast after the people in the room next door had been partying all night) and the restaurant staff seem to be the only people there who know what they are doingFire alarm went off on Thursday evening; guy at the front desk was walking around laughing and filming with his phone instead of directing guests to proper staging area or even checking if everyone was safe Fire brigade arrived after about 10 minutes and then left without any staff making an effort to inform guests it was safe to come back in

Other person behind front desk seemed supremely disinterested and only gave an explanation after being asked Apparently a malfunction was the reason, as it happened again 10 minutes after and in some rooms they were apparently unable to shut it off only after an hour No apologies whatsoever were offered, only a half-hearted offer to move us to another room, which makes absolutely zero difference if the alarm goes off in the entire hotel Note that we were traveling with a 2-year-old as well, who we had to take out of bed and rush out with several times Again, zero apologies offered for the inconvenience Alarm went off twice more the next day, apparently due to a test which was not announced beforehandGeneral lack of service: no responses to several messages we sent through Bookingcom app before arriving to ask for a baby bed Luckily they did have one, but had to take it up to the room myself, and saw several other people walking around with hotel luggage carts, which would suggest severe staffing shortageFood options in the restaurant were either not available or not prepared as advertised (vegetarian burger was not available, grain bowl was not prepared as listed on the menu), though I suspect this is more due to issues with supplies than with staffBathroom had black mold on the ceiling, housekeeping seemed very understaffed, did not always empty trash cans and never removed dirty glasses we took up from the bar on the first night Water leaking from the ceiling in the restaurant and lobby areasPoolside was full of discarded cups, trash and clothing when I wanted to take my daughter for a swim one morningDry-cleaning service is not available on the premises (I realize it is not explicitly stated that it is) but outsourced to a local dry-cleaners, which would take 3-4 days when we asked for it To their credit, they did provide an alternative after we insisted that that was too longAll in all most of the staff seemed either utterly disinterested in their jobs or in dire need of hospitality training

Martin Cocorikis

Made reservation online May 6Tried to add a night on May 10Was directed to the property to make the change

Called the property and spoke with front desk about changes Was told, on May 10, that the changes were made and we were good Got confirmation e-mail 4 days before trip and I see the dates are wrongCall the property and speak with a manager whoo explains to me that the employee who made my changes never actually did anything and now they are booked solid and can do nothing I asked if there was another property near that we could move to I was told that this is a franchise and not linked to other Marriots ???Call Marriot corporate and they too were helpless I then spent over 1k to change flightsThe Worst Customer Service

12. Hampton Inn South Plainfield-Piscataway (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel is 4 miles from the Rutgers Ecological Preserve and 2 miles from the Rutgers University campus.The contemporary rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with HD channels, and coffeemakers. Lap desks are available upon request.Free services include parking, a breakfast buffet and takeout breakfast bags. There’s an outdoor pool, a fitness center and event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have refrigerators
  • Guests praised the beds
  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 13 min drive to Roosevelt Park
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has elliptical machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Charles Lynch

I stay in the hotel over weeks very impressive with Ayaz (director)’s managementHotel is clean, room are not too big or small , reason able size

Breakfast are great Lady who make a breakfast is very good and kind to us She is the one of reasons that I wanna give 5 stars to this hotel I love her good energy her service mind This hotel is so lucky to have her as an employee I wish I can give 10 stars for her

KL Santiago

We stayed here for two nights The room was a little tight for 2 queen beds however, the comfort of the beds made up for the room size The front desk staff was helpful and friendly

Their breakfast has a variety of offerings There is an outdoor pool and a 24 hour fitness room The hotel is accessible to restaurants and other sores Overall we were satisfied with our stay

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Princeton (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel on US Highway 1 is an 8-minute drive from Princeton University and 10 minutes’ drive from NJ Transit commuter trains.All rooms offer classic decor and custom-designed beds, plus flat-screen TVs and WiFi (fee). Executive rooms provide Executive Lounge access with free breakfast and evening appetizers, and suites add separate living areas.A steakhouse restaurant and bar serves a buffet breakfast, and a la carte lunch and dinner. There’s also a fitness center and heated indoor pool. Additional amenities include 8,000 sq ft of event space and a business center, plus a free area shuttle.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have minibars
  • 5 min drive to Lake Carnegie
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes but others praised the beds
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 19 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Thomas Hornik

I popped in for a quick overnight The hotel pricing (double queen) on a Sunday night was very affordable The hotel itself is a bit older, but recent upgrades keep amenities modern

You can tell from the carpet in the hallways and wear spots on doors, yet the bathrooms in the rooms are much newerThe rooms and beds were comfortable The hotel is away/offset from any major roads, so the stay was quiet from any outside disturbancesThe breakfast fare (as identified in other reviews) is average for $17/person: the “hot” food in the buffet was warm; the fruit was fresh crisp; the breads and muffins were freshAll of this was packaged in the standard DoubleTree charm, including helpful staff and the signature cookies

peanutavalon

Pretty good First impression was finding a hair in the mini fridge and the sink Not that big of a deal

Room was fine for my wife and two sons The following day we experienced an unruly mob of guests running through the hallways, smoking weed in the stairwell, pulling fire alarms and using fire extinguishers for fun Fire alarm went off in the entire hotel and had to evacuate for at least an hour Very inconvenient and inconsiderate to all guests Thankfully they were kicked out and hopefully will never returnThe staff was very friendly upon arriving The restaurant was also very nice to have on the premises Great food and staff

Quiana Jackson

Room was about $200 which I didn’t mind spending for my 2 kids because I was told breakfast was included and they had a pool! Got to the room and there is no microwave in the so called suite to warm food up The separate room was so little it looks like a bed inside a closet! The pull out sofa bed was not made and had a balled up sheet inside of it! The pool area has bugs! Many bugs! There were no towels available in the pool area in the afternoon/evening when the kids wanted to swim or the next morning! Had to bring the towels from the room! Took the kids to the breakfast area and was stopped and advised that breakfast wasn’t included and I needed to pay an additional $1999 per person including for the kids! Went to the desk where I advised that I was told on more than one occasion that breakfast was included with my price , but was basically told it didn’t matter and that I wasn’t a gold member to get the breakfast! I felt as though I was brushed off

I WILL NEVER COME TO THIS HOTEL AGAIN? What did I pay $200 for? A little room! I will make sure to let my friends and family know to NEVER stay at double tree!

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This classic hotel off Interstate 287 is 8.3 miles from Rutgers University campus.All rooms offer free WiFi and custom-designed beds, plus flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas.All-day room service is available (fee), and there’s a restaurant serving Italian-inspired dishes, plus a classic sports pub. Guests can use the indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and basketball courts, and a fitness center. Additional amenities include 20 conference rooms, a 10,000-sq-ft ballroom and a business center, plus a free local shuttle.

Things You Need to Know

  • 4 min drive to Staats House
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the beds but some complained about the kitchenettes
  • Guests liked the classic restaurant
  • Guests mentioned microwaves 18 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Galyna Shulimova

The hotel is huge and used to be gorgeous but now it looks outdatedIf you choose a room with breakfast you will be not wrong 😉Outdoor pool is great

  Continental breakfast has usual Hilton options  (scrambled eggs,  bacon,  breakfast potato) with some restaurant’s touch (you supposed to use vouchers)The territory around the hotel is nice but needs a little bit more attentionOverall it was a good stay  My kids enjoyed weekends there

J Monique C

I wonder if this place was nice before COVID because now the place gives an outdated vibe It has a pool, business center, plenty of conference space and a restaurant on site Yet, nothing made me feel like I was in for a treat including the staff who barely recognized my diamond status

They were less than warm in their welcome Maybe they were tired because it was a holiday weekend and bus load of kids checked in? At least the bed was comfortable and the room was clean

Kristina Mereigh

This double tree hotel was a great disappointment I am a Hilton Gold honors member and had never been to a Hilton property that was so outdated and unclean We booked this location for an anniversary staycation for two nights and checked out after night one because of how gross it was

We had to stay night one because no other hotels in the area could take us that late at night We booked a room with patio walk out to the pool The doors were incredibly hard to open, the patio curtains were so filthy and dusty, I needed to go and buy allergy medicine The patio windows were so streaky and dusty, you couldn’t see through them The air in the hotel was musty The bathroom still had hair in it and it was so small you could barely move around One of the front desk staff was so rude, I was appalled Ive never been treated that way in a Hilton property before The hallways looked like they had never been vacuumed and the ice machine was so gross, we went out to buy ice for our water bottlesDark, musty and outdated Highly don’t recommendThe grounds are the only saving grace The outside is pretty but the pool fills up quickly and the lounge chairs are incredibly limited so if you want one for your family, secure it before 9am There are only like 4 of them so it feels like hunger games for them

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