Best Business Hotels Near Newark Liberty Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) serves New Jersey and much of the New York area, and many people who land here have a meeting rather than a holiday ahead. The business hotels on this page fall into three groups: shuttle hotels on the airport roads in Newark and Elizabeth, a pair of downtown Newark addresses close to the offices around City Hall and Penn Station, and quieter options inland in Kenilworth and Union with free parking. I compare them on what matters for a work trip: a business centre, a reliable shuttle, breakfast before an early meeting, and space to work in the evening.
EWR is surrounded by logistics rather than offices: the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1&9, the rail lines of the Northeast Corridor and the container terminals of Port Newark. The business district proper is in downtown Newark, a short drive north, around City Hall and Penn Station, where trains run towards Manhattan. To the west, Union and Kenilworth sit along US-22 and the Garden State Parkway corridor, a suburban setting suited to anyone with meetings spread around northern and central New Jersey.
Where to stay near the airport
Where to base a work trip at EWR
A business hotel near EWR earns its place by removing friction between the plane and the meeting. Several listings here name a business centre outright, including the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown and Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Union. Most also run an airport shuttle, which spares you a taxi queue after a delayed flight. Where they differ is location: by the runways for a short night, downtown Newark for meetings in the city, or Union and Kenilworth if you are driving on to appointments across New Jersey.
The airport hotels with the strongest business set-up are the large full-service ones on the airport roads. The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott lists a free shuttle, a grill restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre, business facilities and full-service laundry, and it holds a rating of 8 across nearly 3,900 reviews. Crowne Plaza Newark Airport adds a business centre to its free 24/7 shuttle, restaurant and bar, which helps when a call or a printout is needed before a dawn departure. The Holiday Inn Newark International Airport keeps a 24-hour dining option, practical when a delayed arrival leaves you working late.
If the meeting itself is in Newark, staying downtown saves the morning drive. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown is a short walk from City Hall, with a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and a business centre, and it is rated 8; its listing does not mention an airport shuttle, so plan a taxi or the train from the airport. TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, also rated 8, offers a complimentary airport shuttle, a gastropub, a business centre and free parking, and some rooms come with an exercise bike for anyone who prefers to train without leaving the room.
Longer assignments call for more room than a standard double. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Liberty International Airport is all-suite, with a kitchenette in each room, a business centre, an indoor pool and free breakfast. The Residence Inn by Marriott Newark Elizabeth/Liberty International Airport has rooms with full kitchens, complimentary breakfast and full-service laundry, rated 8 out of 10. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Elizabeth combines an airport shuttle with a business centre, a restaurant and laundry service, although parking there is charged. These three suit a week or more of site visits around the port and the airport.
Drivers covering several New Jersey appointments may prefer a base off the airport roads. The Kenilworth Hotel - Airport West and the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Union both score 8.4, the best ratings in this selection, and both list free parking. The Kenilworth adds a restaurant, a bar and a free airport shuttle; the Fairfield in Union, near US-22, has free breakfast and a business centre but no shuttle in its listing. Closer to the terminals, the Holiday Inn Express Newark Airport Elizabeth and the Fairfield by Marriott at the airport pair a shuttle with breakfast for a straightforward working night.
A traveler's takeFor a work trip built around an early flight, I would choose the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, rated 8 out of 10 by almost 3,900 guests, for its shuttle, restaurant and business facilities. If my meetings were in downtown Newark, I would book the Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown, a short walk from City Hall, or TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, which adds a shuttle. With a rental car and appointments around the state, the Kenilworth Hotel or the Fairfield in Union, both rated 8.4 with free parking, are my picks.
Business8.4Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Union
Free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking near US-22
Why guests love itFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Union is a practical stopover for a family flying from Newark Liberty International Airport. Breakfast is included, and parking and Wi-Fi are free, which keeps a car-based trip simple. Rooms are air-conditioned and the property is smoke-free, with a fitness center and a business center. US-22 and local dining are a short walk away. A rating of 8.4 from 111 reviews points to a dependable, well-run hotel.
Business8.4The Kenilworth Hotel - Airport West
Modern hotel with free airport shuttle, parking, and dining
Why guests love itThe 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.
Business8.0Courtyard by Marriott Newark Elizabeth
Modern airport hotel with free shuttle, restaurant, and fitness center
Why guests love itA 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.
Business8.0Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
Free airport shuttle, modern comfort, and dining at EWR
Why guests love itThe 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.
Business8.0Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
Modern hotel with dining, fitness, and business amenities in downtown Newark
Why guests love itI would suggest Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown to families who want to see Newark before or after a flight rather than sleep beside the runway. City Hall is a short walk away, the on-site restaurant and bar save a search for dinner with tired kids, and air conditioning and free Wi-Fi cover the basics. It is also pet-friendly, so the family dog can come along. Note that this is a downtown hotel, not an airport hotel.
Business8.0Residence Inn by Marriott Newark Elizabeth/Liberty International Airport
Extended-stay hotel with airport shuttle, kitchens, and free breakfast
Why guests love itSpacious 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.
Business8.0TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown
Trendy hotel with free airport shuttle and rooms with exercise bikes
Why guests love itTRYP 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.
Business8.0Holiday Inn Express Newark Airport โ Elizabeth by IHG
Free airport shuttle, breakfast, and parking near Newark Airport
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express Newark Airport โ 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.
Business7.8SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Liberty International Airport
All-suite lodging with airport shuttle, kitchenettes, and indoor pool
Why guests love itSpringHill 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.
Business7.8Courtyard by Marriott Newark Liberty International Airport
Airport shuttle, indoor pool, and pet-friendly rooms near EWR
Why guests love itAn 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.
Business7.6Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport
Airport shuttle, free breakfast, and an indoor pool near EWR
Why guests love itFairfield 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.
Business7.4Crowne Plaza Newark Airport, an IHG Hotel
Free 24/7 airport shuttle and polished amenities near EWR
Why guests love itCrowne 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.
Business7.0Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG
Complimentary airport shuttle and 24-hour dining for smooth travel
Why guests love itHoliday 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.
Good to know
- 1Ask whether the business centre is open around the clock or only during office hours if you need to print late.
- 2For meetings in downtown Newark, the Courtyard Downtown is walkable to City Hall, but its listing has no airport shuttle.
- 3Driving to appointments? The Kenilworth Hotel, Fairfield Union, TRYP Newark Downtown and Holiday Inn Express Elizabeth list free parking.
- 4Book a room with a kitchen (SpringHill Suites or Residence Inn) if a project keeps you near EWR for a week or more.
- 5Check the first shuttle departure before a dawn flight, and allow for Turnpike traffic at rush hour.
- 6If you are continuing to Manhattan, a downtown Newark hotel puts you near Penn Station and its trains into New York.