Best Airport Shuttle Hotels Near Newark Liberty Airport

Hilton Garden Inn New York/Staten Island works for families who want a calmer base across the water from Newark. The airport shuttle to EWR takes care of the transfer, and the on-site Italian restaurant is an easy dinner choice that most children will happily eat. Rooms are air-conditioned and smoke-free, Wi-Fi and parking are free, and the hotel is pet-friendly if the family travels with a dog.

The Kenilworth Hotel - Airport West is a three-star hotel with a modern feel and a complimentary airport shuttle to Newark Liberty International Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. Guests rate it 8.4 across almost 1,500 reviews. I would choose it for business or family travel around a Newark flight when a shuttle, parking and an on-site restaurant matter.

The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is a sensible pick for families flying out of EWR. The free airport shuttle means no taxi to arrange with children in tow, and the grill restaurant and bar spare you a search for dinner after a long day. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, the whole property is smoke-free, and full-service laundry is handy at the end of a long trip with kids.

Holiday Inn Express Newark Airport – Elizabeth by IHG takes the logistics out of a family flight: a free airport shuttle to Newark Liberty, free breakfast before you leave and free parking if you drive in. Rooms are air-conditioned, the building is smoke-free, and the hotel is kid-friendly, with a restaurant and a fitness centre on site. Guests rate it 8.0 across 803 reviews. I would book it for the night before an early departure with children.

For a family night before an early EWR departure, the Hilton Newark Airport covers the essentials well. The free shuttle runs around the clock, so a dawn flight does not mean a taxi hunt with children and luggage. The indoor pool gives kids something to look forward to after a long travel day, and the on-site restaurant saves going out for dinner. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and the property is accessible.

A complimentary shuttle to Newark Liberty is the main reason I would mention Courtyard by Marriott Newark Elizabeth to families, since it spares a taxi with car seats and bags. The on-site restaurant and bar mean dinner without going out after a long day of travel. Rooms are modern and air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free, and full-service laundry helps on a longer trip. Parking costs extra. Guests rate it 8.0 across nearly 1,000 reviews.

Spacious rooms with kitchens make the Residence Inn by Marriott Newark Elizabeth a good fit for families on a longer stay near EWR, and I like that breakfast is free. Cooking a simple dinner helps with young children, and full-service laundry keeps luggage light. The airport shuttle avoids a taxi with car seats, a restaurant and a fitness center are on site, and pets are welcome. Wi-Fi is free. Guests rate it 8.0 across more than 950 reviews.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Airport is an all-suite hotel near the airport with a free airport shuttle and breakfast included. It has an indoor pool, a hot tub, a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre, air-conditioned rooms that suit families, and it is smoke-free and accepts pets. Guests rate it 8.0. I would choose it for an early flight or a long layover when a suite and a pool matter.

TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown is a trendy three-star hotel with bright rooms, some equipped with exercise bikes, and a gastropub. It offers a complimentary airport shuttle, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, a fitness centre and a business centre. Guests rate it 8.0 across more than 1,600 reviews. I would choose it for leisure or business travel through Newark Liberty when a shuttle and a gastropub appeal.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the better family options near EWR because every room is a suite with a kitchenette. That means space to spread out and somewhere to prepare snacks or a simple meal for children. The free airport shuttle avoids a taxi with luggage, free breakfast handles the morning, and the indoor pool and hot tub give kids and parents a way to relax.

Hampton Inn Newark Airport keeps a family airport night simple. The complimentary shuttle to EWR means no taxi to book with kids and bags, and free breakfast gets everyone fed before an early flight. Free parking suits families who drive to the airport, and free Wi-Fi helps plan the next day. It is pet-friendly too, so the family dog can come along. Expect a practical stay: no pool is listed.

The Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel is a three-star base built around the airport run. It offers a free airport shuttle, a European restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre, and it accepts pets, which counts for a family travelling with a dog. Guests rate it 7.8 across more than 2,500 reviews, so the verdict is well tested. I would book it for a late arrival or an early flight from Newark Liberty, and I would not expect a neighbourhood stay.

An indoor pool and a complimentary airport shuttle make Courtyard by Marriott Newark Liberty International Airport an easy pick for families around a flight from EWR. Children can swim whatever the weather, and the shuttle avoids a taxi with bags and car seats. A restaurant and bar on site mean dinner without leaving the hotel. It is smoke-free and pet-friendly, with free Wi-Fi and a fitness center. Guests score it 7.8 across nearly 1,200 reviews.

Hampton Inn Linden is a contemporary three-star hotel with a courtesy shuttle to Newark Liberty International Airport. It offers a free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and free parking, and its air-conditioned rooms are smoke-free and pet-friendly. Guests rate it 7.8 across more than 1,400 reviews. I would choose it for families and travellers with pets who want a simple stop with a hot breakfast and a pool near Newark.

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport offers a complimentary airport shuttle, free Wi-Fi and a hot breakfast. It has an indoor pool, a fitness centre, air-conditioned rooms and a business centre, and it is kid-friendly and smoke-free. Guests rate it 7.6 across more than 1,500 reviews. I would choose it for a straightforward family or business stop around a Newark Liberty flight.

Aiden by Best Western Newark Airport is a three-star hotel that is a five-minute walk from the airport and also runs a 24/7 shuttle. It has a restaurant, a bar, free breakfast, air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free Wi-Fi and free parking, and it is kid-friendly and smoke-free. Guests rate it 7.4 across more than 2,100 reviews. I would pick it for a short, practical stop at Newark Liberty, not for exploring the area.

Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, an IHG Hotel, is listed as kid-friendly and covers the basics for a family night near EWR. The free airport shuttle runs 24/7, so a flight at any hour does not mean a taxi with children and bags. The on-site restaurant and bar handle dinner, rooms are air-conditioned, and free Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected. It is a practical stopover rather than a place with extras for kids.

Kitchenettes in some rooms make Home2 Suites by Hilton Newark Airport a practical choice for families on a longer layover, and I like that breakfast is free too. The indoor pool keeps children busy whatever the weather, and the complimentary airport shuttle saves a taxi to Newark Liberty with car seats and bags. Rooms are bright and casual, there is a fitness center, and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 7.4 across more than 1,200 reviews.

DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station suits families who want a downtown Newark base with an airport shuttle to EWR. Some rooms have kitchens, which helps with simple meals for children on a longer stay, and the relaxed grill restaurant keeps dinner easy. The shuttle saves a taxi with luggage on departure day, and free Wi-Fi is included. Parents can use the fitness room. Book a kitchen room if that matters to you.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport is a modern four-star with a complimentary airport shuttle, suited to early flights and layovers. It has an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a restaurant, plus air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi throughout, and it offers pet-friendly and accessible rooms. Its 7.2 from 5,838 reviews is only fair, so I read it as practical rather than special. I would choose it for a convenient Newark overnight, with the shuttle and pool as the main draws.

Extended Stay America Suites Elizabeth Newark Airport is an all-suite hotel with a complimentary airport shuttle to Newark Liberty. It offers free Wi-Fi, a complimentary breakfast and air-conditioned rooms, some suites have kitchens, and it is pet-friendly and smoke-free. Guests rate it 7.2 across almost 1,600 reviews. I would choose it for an early flight, a layover or a longer stay where a kitchen helps.

Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG offers a complimentary airport shuttle and 24-hour dining, which suits early flights and late arrivals. It has air-conditioned, smoke-free rooms, a fitness centre, a bar and a restaurant, and it is pet-friendly. On-site parking is available for a fee. Guests rate it 7.0 across almost 1,400 reviews, a modest score. I would choose it mainly for the shuttle and round-the-clock dining.