Newark Airport Hotels With a Free Shuttle
A free shuttle matters at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) because the terminals are spread out and taxis from downtown Newark add up quickly. Six hotels in this selection run an airport shuttle, split between the airport area and the city. Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott sits on the airport grounds with a free shuttle and an 8.0 rating from almost 3,900 reviews, while Crowne Plaza Newark Airport runs its free shuttle around the clock. Downtown, TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown pairs a complimentary shuttle with free parking, and DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station sits by the rail hub. I pick by flight time and onward plans.
Newark is New Jersey's largest city and a transport hub in its own right, with Newark Penn Station linking NJ Transit, PATH and Amtrak trains to Manhattan and beyond. Next to the station, the Ironbound district is known for its Portuguese and Brazilian restaurants, while the airport-area hotels along the highways are built for quick turnarounds.
Where to stay near the airport
Airport-area hotels or downtown Newark
A shuttle hotel near EWR suits early departures, late arrivals and connections that leave a night to fill. The airport-area hotels get you to the terminal with the least effort, while the downtown hotels near Newark Penn Station combine the shuttle with easy rail links toward Manhattan. Several of these properties also accept pets or serve food late, which helps when flights do not keep office hours.
For the shortest possible transfer, Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott is the natural first choice. It is located on the airport's own grounds, provides a free shuttle with direct access to EWR, and combines a restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and business facilities. With an 8.0 rating from almost 3,900 reviews, it has the largest review base in this selection. Crowne Plaza Newark Airport is the other strong airport-area option, rated 7.4 from more than 3,000 reviews, and its free shuttle runs 24 hours a day, which matters for red-eye departures. It also has a restaurant, a bar and fitness and business centres, and describes itself as kid-friendly.
Two more airport-area hotels add useful extras. Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG offers a complimentary shuttle, 24-hour dining and a pet-friendly policy, rated 7.0 from close to 1,400 reviews; note that its on-site parking costs extra. Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel, rated 7.8 from about 2,600 reviews, provides a free shuttle, a European restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre, and also welcomes pets. For a traveller with a dog, or one landing after the restaurants of downtown Newark have closed, these two cover needs that the larger hotels do not always mention.
Downtown Newark is the better base when the trip continues by train. TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, rated 8.0 from more than 1,600 reviews, offers a complimentary airport shuttle, free parking, a gastropub, a fitness centre and a business centre, and some rooms even include an exercise bike. DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station sits by Newark Penn Station, the hub for NJ Transit, PATH and Amtrak trains, and adds a grill restaurant, a fitness room and kitchens in some rooms. Its listing mentions an airport shuttle without calling it free, so I recommend confirming the conditions when you book.
The practical details make the difference with Newark shuttles. Ask whether the shuttle stops at every terminal or at a single pickup point, and note the frequency, because a 24-hour service like the one at Crowne Plaza Newark Airport is not the norm. If you drive, TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown includes free parking, while Holiday Inn Newark International Airport charges for it. For a connection with a few hours to spare, the downtown hotels put the Ironbound district's restaurants within reach, while the airport-area hotels keep you close to the terminal for the morning check-in.
A traveler's takeFor an early flight from EWR, I recommend Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott: it sits on the airport grounds, the shuttle is free and guests rate it 8.0. If my trip continued into New York, I would choose TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown instead, also rated 8.0, for its complimentary shuttle, free parking and its downtown address close to the rail links of Newark Penn Station.
Free shuttle8.0Newark 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.
Free shuttle8.0TRYP 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.
Free shuttle7.8Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
Navette aéroport gratuite et chambres confortables près de Newark Liberty
Why guests love itThe 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.
Free shuttle7.4DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
Modern rooms with airport shuttle, dining, and fitness room
Why guests love itDoubleTree 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.
Free shuttle7.4Crowne 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.
Free shuttle7.0Holiday 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 shuttle serves every terminal or a single stop, and check its frequency before you land.
- 2For a red-eye departure, Crowne Plaza Newark Airport runs its free shuttle 24 hours a day.
- 3Drivers should prefer TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown, which includes free parking; Holiday Inn Newark International Airport charges for it.
- 4Travelling with a pet? Holiday Inn Newark International Airport and Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel both accept animals.
- 5Confirm the shuttle conditions at DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, as its listing does not state that it is free.
- 6With a few spare hours, a downtown hotel puts the Ironbound district's restaurants within walking distance of Newark Penn Station.