Top things to do near Hyatt House Jersey City
Hyatt House Jersey City sits at 1 Exchange Pl in downtown Jersey City, steps from the Exchange Place PATH and the Hudson River waterfront. Top nearby activities include visiting the RoofTop at Exchange Place for skyline views, walking the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and J. Owen Grundy Park, and quick trips into Manhattan via PATH or NY Waterway ferry.
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Getting around: PATH, ferry, and walking
Hyatt House Jersey City is opposite the Exchange Place PATH station—about a two-minute walk—providing a one-stop PATH ride to the World Trade Center in Manhattan. The hotel is also a short walk from NY Waterway ferry slips for river crossings into New York.
Downtown Jersey City and the waterfront are very walkable. Nearby conveniences such as Starbucks, Five Guys, Gregorys Coffee, and Chipotle are within a minute or two on foot, and Newport Centre is roughly a 14-minute walk.
- Exchange Place PATH: ~2-minute walk, one-stop to WTC
- NY Waterway ferry: a few blocks from the hotel
- Newport Centre shopping: about a 14-minute walk
| Transport | Typical walk time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Exchange Place PATH | About 2 minutes |
| NY Waterway ferry | A few minutes (blocks) |
| Newport Centre Mall | About 14 minutes |
Rooftop dining and nightlife
RoofTop at Exchange Place is the hotel's multi-level rooftop restaurant and bar with Manhattan skyline and Hudson River views. Hours vary by source; the hotel's dining page lists evening hours and OpenTable and other sites show Wednesday–Sunday service with later hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
The Terrace Lounge is a glass-enclosed lounge that serves American bites and cocktails nightly (hotel hours list 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.). Note: guests under 21 are generally welcome earlier in the evening but may be required to leave the rooftop by 10:00 PM per venue policy.
- RoofTop at Exchange Place: rooftop restaurant/bar with skyline views; hours vary by day
- Terrace Lounge: glass-enclosed lounge, listed hours 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
- H Bar: indoor bar offering cocktails and small plates
| Venue | Typical hours (check with hotel) |
|---|---|
| RoofTop at Exchange Place | Evenings; later hours Fri–Sat per hotel listings |
| Terrace Lounge | 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (hotel listing) |
| H Bar | Evening cocktails and small plates |
Rooms and suites to suit families and longer stays
Hyatt House Jersey City is an extended-stay–style property with 258 rooms and suites; all suites include kitchenettes and every room features a dedicated workspace and free Wi‑Fi. Room types include Room, 1 King Bed (Den); Room, 2 Queen Beds (Den); Studio, with Sofa bed, Kitchen; Studio Suite, with Sofa bed (With Shower); Studio Suite, with Sofa bed, Bathtub; Room (With Tub); Room; Room, City View (487 sq. ft. / City View / 4 Guests); Suite, with Sofa bed (One Bedroom); and Suite, with Sofa bed (One Bedroom, With Shower).
Family amenities include free cribs/infant beds and connecting rooms on request. For longer stays, weekly housekeeping is standard rather than daily.
- All suites include a kitchenette
- Dedicated workspace in every room
- Weekly standard housekeeping for typical extended-stay arrangements
| Example room | Notable feature |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed (Den) | Workspace; king bed |
| Studio, with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Sofa bed plus kitchenette |
| Suite, with Sofa bed (One Bedroom) | Separate living area and kitchenette |
Waterfront parks, memorials, and short outdoor walks
The Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and J. Owen Grundy Park are steps from the hotel for short riverside walks and Manhattan views. The Jersey City 9/11 Memorial and Katyń Memorial are also very close by.
Liberty State Park—offering open green space, the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, and views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—is within a short drive and commonly listed as an easy nearby outdoor destination.
- Hudson River Waterfront Walkway: immediate waterfront access
- J. Owen Grundy Park: small waterfront park near the hotel
- Liberty State Park: larger park with Statue of Liberty views (short drive)
| Attraction | Relative proximity |
|---|---|
| J. Owen Grundy Park | About a few minutes' walk |
| Hudson River Waterfront Walkway | Immediate, along the water |
| Liberty State Park | Short drive from the hotel |
Family-friendly day trips and kid activities
Liberty Science Center is regularly listed as roughly 2–3 miles from the hotel and is a common family destination for interactive exhibits. The property also offers DreamWorks Water Park + Hotel and Six Flags Great Adventure & Hotel packages for guests who want a themed-day excursion.
For seeing the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, ferries and Liberty State Park provide access and views; distance estimates vary among sources, so check ferry and park schedules for exact travel details.
- Liberty Science Center: ~2–3 miles away
- DreamWorks Water Park + Hotel package available through the hotel
- Ferry access and Liberty State Park for Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island views
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Liberty Science Center | Interactive museum; about 2–3 miles |
| DreamWorks Water Park package | Hotel offers package with American Dream |
| Ferry to Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island | Use nearby ferry slips or visit Liberty State Park |
Hotel practicals: breakfast, fitness, market, parking, and pets
A complimentary daily breakfast (Breakfast Bar) is included with stays; the hotel lists weekday breakfast hours and weekend hours on its dining page. A 24-hour H Market (guest market) provides snacks and essentials, and in-room dining is available for dinner each evening.
Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center accessible with a room key and a 24-hour business center. Self-parking is available for a surcharge (discounted validated nearby garage options are also offered); the hotel does not list an airport shuttle. Hyatt House Jersey City is pet-friendly with up to two pets per room (weight limits and fees apply).
- Complimentary Breakfast Bar (weekday and weekend hours listed by hotel)
- 24-hour fitness center (room-key access) and 24-hour business center
- H Market open 24 hours; in-room dining available evenings
- Self-parking for a fee; discounted validated offsite parking available
- Pet policy: up to 2 pets per room; fees and weight limits apply
| Service/Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Complimentary daily at Breakfast Bar (hotel hours listed) |
| Fitness center | 24-hour access with room key |
| Parking | Self-parking for a surcharge; validated offsite garage options |
