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The Berenstain Bears in -
Rahway , Union County
About 9.4 miles from Bayonne September 25, 2010
This fun-filled musical weaves together three of Stan and Jan Berenstain's most popular books: The Berenstain Bears Learn about Strangers, The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food and The Berenstain Bears' Trouble at School.
October
Kenilworth Street Fair -
Kenilworth , Union County
About 9.2 miles from Bayonne Sun. Oct. 24, 2010
Over 100 exhibitors, kiddie rides& climbing wall, a special section with craft exhibitors who are displaying their handmade crafts, pony rides & petting zoo, games, face painters, activities, delicious foods and more.
Steve Solomon's My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish and I'm In Therapy -
Rahway , Union County
About 9.4 miles from Bayonne October 10, 2010
The comedy chaos continues in this critically acclaimed prequel to his original smash hit. ''Still in Therapy'' takes us back to Steve's wacky childhood growing up with his twin sister ''The Smoker.'' The audience follows along in this wonderfully funny journey about growing up, mixed marriages, X-wives, dogs, cats, dieting and dozens of other side-splitting situations that we all relate to.
December
A Very Merry Doo Wop Spectacular -
Rahway , Union County
About 9.4 miles from Bayonne December 10, 2010
As seen on PBS Television. Historic All Star 7 Act Show An Entire Evening of Solid Gold Hits
The Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel boasts recent contemporary renovations and a complimentary airport shuttle service while encouraging guests to unwind at the 24-hour fitness center or indoor pool. Complimentary wireless Internet is available in the lobby and soundproof windows assure a good night’s rest.
Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
Hotel/Motel
Newark Liberty International Airport
1 Hotel Rd
Newark NJ 07114
The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, located on the airport premises, offers comfort and convenience with 591 renovated rooms and an airport shuttle. Indulge in the first-class dining, fitness center and pool. Nearby attractions include Jersey Gardens Mall, Newark Museum and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
Come and experience our new Comforts of Home® bedding collection.The Candlewood Suites Jersey City is the only all suites hotel in the heart of the financial district of Jersey City, 214 suites, 8 floors, conveniently located near Harborside Financial Center, Exchange Place and Newport Financial Center. If New York City is your destination, the hotel is conveniently located between Exchange Place and Pavonia Path Stations. These trains will take you directly to midtown or lower Manhattan. Eac
Courtyard surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of our spacious guest rooms, which feature a comfortable sitting area, large work desk, two phones.
The Econo Lodge is conveniently located less than four miles from the Holland Tunnel and the Lincoln Tunnel. This Jersey City hotel is minutes from the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden, the Statue of Liberty, Radio City Music Hall, Liberty Science Center and Carnegie Hall. Guests of this Jersey City hotel will enjoy amenities like free continental breakfast, free coffee and access to copy and fax services. All spacious guest rooms include cable television with free HBO. Irons and iro
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION AND POLICIES BEFORE MAKING RESERVATION - THIS IS NOT A HOTEL - LUXURY FURNISHED APARTMENTS WITH LIMITED SERVICES. Grove Pointe is ideally situated for quick and easy access to downtown Jersey City and downtown Manhattan and sits atop the PATH train - providing convenient commutes to New York City and other parts of New Jersey. Building amenities include a state of the art 10000 square foot fitness center - outdoor swimming pool - 24 hour doorman/concierge - screening
Enjoy spectacular views of the NY City skyline or Statue of liberty from your guest room. The Hyatt Regency Jersey City is a quick PATH Train or ferry ride to lower Manhattan's financial district and mid-town shops. The hotel is located on the Harborside Financial Center's South pier in the heart of Wall Street West.
PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION AND POLICIES BEFORE MAKING RESERVATION - THIS IS NOT A HOTEL - LUXURY FURNISHED APARTMENTS WITH LIMITED SERVICES. Marbella is forty floors of luxury and sophistication overlooking the glittering Manhattan skyline. It offers the ultimate cosmopolitan lifestyle for those seeking a superb location coupled with world-class amenities- all just minutes from New York City. The building is adjacent to a shopping mall- supermarket- movie theater- banking- dry cleaning- pharmac
Thank you for choosing the Ramada Limited Jersey City, it is our pleasure to welcome you. Our hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Jersey City where you will find many shops, restaurants and just one block away from The New Jersey Path Train station and bus transportation center, Journal Square. This path station offers a train that will take you right into the heart of Manhattan where you can visit The Empire State Building, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Madison Square Garden, Rad
Recently renovated, Red Carpet Inn is conveniently located to all New York attractions, including Times Square, Broadway Shows that all within 8 miles, Statue of Liberty and Liberty Science Center, 10 miles away. It is a short distance to Giant Stadium, and only 4 miles to Newark Liberty Airport. Meadowland Arena is a short 12 mile drive. The Red Carpet Inn features 27inch color cable TV with HBO, ESPN, and CNN, microwaves and refrigerators, direct dial phone, and jacuzzi suites. Free continenta
Located a mere 4 miles from New York City, the Starlite offers inexpensive accommodations for the budget-conscious traveler. The Starlites 50 newly renovated rooms are individually temperature controlled. Jacuzzi rooms available. Microwave, refrigerator, Iron and Ironing board, Tea and coffee machine can all be provided upon request (request should be made while making the reservation). Convenient access to all major intersections and in close proximity to the Secaucus shopping malls. Plenty of
-Complimentary high speed internet access, local calls and continental breakfast -24 hour complimentary shuttle to Newark Airport -Indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi and exercise room -Conveniently located to Jersey Garden Mall, IKEA and New York City
Located just a mile from Newark Liberty International Airport, the Courtyard Newark Elizabeth makes your stay in the Newark area both comfortable and productive with the new bed from Courtyard and free high-speed Internet access.
The Hampton Inn Newark-Airport hotel is located just a quarter mile from the Newark Liberty International Airport and minutes away from the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Jersey Garden Outlet Mall, Rex Plex and The Meadowlands Sports Complex. Our hotel is located in Elizabeth, New Jersey, just twelve miles from New York City, so allow yourself some time to enjoy all the treasures that New York City has to offer. Whether shopping, fine dining or attending concerts, symphonies, museums or spor
When visiting our Hilton Newark Airport hotel for business or leisure, you will find comfort in our newly renovated Deluxe Guest Rooms, along with the tools to stay connected. Choose from one king bed or two double beds, depending on your needs. Each room in our Elizabeth, New Jersey hotel is tastefully decorated in a contemporary design, featuring cool, rich tones to create a restful environment. In your hotel room you will find triple-glazed windows, the Hilton Serenity Collection, featuring t
Knights Inn Newark Airport Elizabeth, NJ is just 1 mile to Newark International Airport. The train to New York City is a 15 minute walk. The Statue of Liberty in New York City's harbor is just 10 miles from our property. Atlantic City and the casinos are just 2 and a half hours away. We have free coffee, juice, milk and cereal in the Lobby. The bus stops at property for transportation to Newark International Airport. We have special jacuzzi rooms at an extra charge. Car rental places nearby.
Residence Inn by Marriott Newark Liberty Int
Hotel/Motel
Liberty International Airport
83 Glimcher Realty Way
Elizabeth NJ 07201
The Elizabeth Residence Inn combines all the comforts of home with our passion for making every guest feel welcome. Our all suite hotel offers separate living and sleeping areas with a fully equipped kitchen. Room to work, room to relax, room to breathe., Our hotel will undergo renovations from November 16th 2008 - March 18th 2009. Substantial renovations will be completed to all guest rooms.
Whether you're traveling for business, pleasure or planning a meeting, the Best Western Newark Airport West focuses on what it takes to make your trip a success. Enjoy the comfort of one of our 75 oversized guest rooms. Each room is equipped with high-speed internet access, a 27-inch television with remote control, two telephones with multiple dataports and voice mail, as well as microwave and refrigerators, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers and in-room safes. Start your day with a compliment
The Comfort Suites Newark is 4 miles from Newark-Liberty Airport. We offer airport shuttle service, complimentary high speed internet, and meeting rooms available. Our hotel is close to restaurants, public transportation to New York City, theater, stadium, museums, and universities Shuttle Service available to Newark International Airport, 10.00 per person each way. All Comfort Suites are smoke free. The hotel offers free bus parking for groups only.
The Newark Courtyard surrounds travelers with the conveniences that make business and pleasure travel easy. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of our 146 spacious guest rooms or suites.
CHAIRMANS AWARD PROPERTY A fully sprinklered eight story hotel featuring newly renovated deluxe rooms/suites, complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet access serving rooms and public areas, shuttle to nearby airport, Flight information Display in lobby, restaurant and lounge, fitness center, complimentary business center. A perennial winner of Days Hotel coveted Chairmans Award/5 Sunburst rating for Quality. Rooms feature 25 inch TVs with cable, CNN, ESPN, HBO and pay per-view movies. Computer
Fairfield Inn & Suites Newark Liberty Int. Airport
**THE FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES, NEWARK IS NOW A SMOKE FREE HOTEL* At Fairfield Inn by Marriott?, we provide you with exactly the hotel experience you're looking for - a clean, comfortable room at an affordable price.
The Holiday Inn Newark Int®l Airport Hotel is a 412 room hotel & conference center ideally located adjacent to the NJ super highway network, exit 14 off I-95, just 1 mile from the airport, 5 minutes from downtown Newark and only 20 minutes from New York City. All guest rooms feature free WIFI-high speed Internet & 50 channels of satellite TV. Our 24-hour Corner Cafe, Teddy®s Sports Lounge & Hunt Room Restaurant combine the convenience of Newark Int'l Airport with some of the area's best se
The Best Western Robert Treat Hotel is the perfect setting for your organization's next meeting or social function. We offer six fully-equipped conference rooms, each capable of accommodating groups up to 50 people. Five banquet rooms accommodate larger groups including the impressive Tri-State Ballroom, largest in the region capable of seating up to 1,500.
Away from the hustle and bustle, Sheraton Newark Airport Hotel is a place where you can rest easy. Located at exit 14 of the New Jersey Turnpike, our location is convenient whether you
Springhill Suites By Marriott Newark Liberty Int'l
Spacious all-suites hotel located in Newark, New Jersey offers great amenities like free wireless Internet, free hot buffet breakfast, fitness room and indoor pool. Located just 5 minutes from Newark airport.
The Wyndham Garden Hotel Newark Airport is conveniently located across from Newark Liberty International Airport, just 15 miles from NYC and 5 miles to Jersey Garden Outlet Mall and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Wyndham Garden Hotel Newark Airport is the Gateway hotel to NYC. As you approach the lush gardens and grand greenery of the Wyndham Garden Hotel Newark Airport you will feel as if you have already reached your oasis of a destination. Just as we?d hoped your travels would star
Conveniently located 9 miles from Newark Int'l Airport EWR. Conveniently located near many popular restaurants and shopping areas. Free hotel shuttle to/from Newark Int'l Airport and bus station to New York City. Free Continental Breakfast. Complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet Access. Complimentary USA Today Newspaper M-F. Free Local/800 Number Calls. Guest Computer with free Internet Access in lobby. Rooms with whirlpool available.
The Holiday Inn of Carteret Rahway New Jersey is conveniently located at Exit 12 of the New Jersey Turnpike. Interior and exterior of hotel renovated in 2008. ®Relax, It®s Holiday Inn®, our full service interior corridor two story hotel offers: Julian®s Steakhouse and Lounge serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, on site meeting professionals to arrange your next conference or social event up to 300 guests, free high speed wireless Internet access in all meeting/guest rooms, full
The Radisson Hotel Carteret is located off exit 12 on the New Jersey Turnpike in Carteret. Complimentary wireless internet throughout the hotel. Complimentary 24 hour shuttle service to Newark Airport. Yogi's All American Grill and Sports Bar located on site. Also offers a 24 hour Fitness Center, Business Center and complimentary parking. Just a short drive from exciting attractions such as downtown Manhattan, Liberty Science Center and shopping malls.
The new Ramada East Orange is located ten miles from downtown Newark, New York City, and Newark Liberty International Airport. Local attractions include Seton Hall University, Montclair University, New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), Short Hills Mall, and the Meadowlands Sports Complex which includes Giants Stadium, Continental Airlines Arena, and the Meadowlands Racetrack. Ramada East Orange hotel offers a convenient location to guests visiting nearby towns such as Montclair, West Oran
Explore New York City without paying New York City prices. We're just an 8 minute walk from the NYC Ferry or get on the bus for a 10 minute ride to midtown Manhattan. Park Avenue Hotel is a 5-story walkup building. All rooms have been renovated and refurnished in 2005.
The Sheraton Suites on the Hudson is an all-suite hotel situated right on the Hudson River, with spectacular views of the entire New York City skyline. Located only a half-mile from Manhattan, the hotel offers easy access via the New York Waterway Ferry right outside the hotel door. Each suite features a parlor with sleeper sofa, a wet bar, a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffeemaker, an iron and an ironing board, an in-room safe and two dual-line speakerphones with data ports. Special Condition
The Candlewood Suites Secaucus is all suites hotel in the heart of the business district of Secaucus, conveniently located near Secaucus Outlets Center. We are the perfect place for your next stay and a great alternative to a corporate apartment. Each of our suites include fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator, microwave & stove tops, 32® LCD HDTV, iron & ironing board, hair dryer. Work efficiently at your over-sized executive desk with free high-speed Internet access and two sep
167 rooms, including 8 Suites, uniquely situated in Harmon Meadow, just outside of NYC!. An award winning breakfast, a fitness room, meeting space, located adjacent to Meadowlands Convention Center.
Looking for the Manhattan feel without high prices®The Crowne Plaza Hotel & Exhibition Center provides that combination. Take advantage of our convenient location. Just 4 miles from New York City and located less than 2 miles from Giants Stadium Meadowlands Sports Complex. 12 miles from Newark Airport, 16 miles from LaGuardia Airport and 23 miles from J.F.K. Airport. As a business or leisure traveler you will consider our oversized sleeping rooms your home away from home. This hotel is commit
Welcome to the Holiday Inn - Harmon Meadow...hotel is newly renovated. Located 4 miles from Times Square & NYC attractions and minutes from Giant®s Stadium, the Holiday Inn - Harmon Meadow is nestled within a beautiful courtyard with restaurants, movie theatres, and a variety of shops. Our full service hotel is near great shopping at the Secaucus Outlets. Guests can take advantage of NJ Transit Bus 15 mins to Manhattan for their ®bite out of the Big Apple® and enjoy a Broadway play or s
All suite hotel in the heart of Meadowlands Corporate Park, catering to both business and leisure travel. Drive into NYC, 3 miles away, or just take the bus from our door. Featuring oversized suites, wet bar, microwave and refrigerator. Complimentary bountiful breakfast buffet. 14 restaurants, 2 movie theatres located across the street. Giants Stadium, Meadowlands Expo Center and Meadowlands Sports Complex all within minutes. Public Transportation to mid-town Manhattan's theatre district.
The <b>newly renovated</b> La Quinta Inn & Suites Secaucus Meadowlands is ideally situated just 12 miles from Newark International Airport and only four miles from the excitement of mid-town Manhattan. Relax in the sparkling indoor pool, work out in the onsite fitness center, or stay productive in the onsite business center. With over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, this La Quinta Inn & Suites is an ideal setting for your next event. This impressive all-suite hotel serves as a quiet retre
The Meadowlands Plaza Hotel is a full-service hotel featuring 176 rooms and suites, Italian-style restaurant, lounge, fitness center, two (2) small meeting rooms, one (1) boardroom, and two (2) luxurious ballrooms.This first-class hotel is conveniently located approximately 1 mile from the Continental Airlines Arena, Meadowlands Racetrack and Giants Stadium, 10 miles from Newark Liberty International Airport, and 3 miles from Mid-town Manhattan via the Lincoln Tunnel.The Meadowlands Plaza Hotel
Red Roof Inn is renovating all of their inns nationwide! This location now features redesigned rooms with more comfort and added amenities such as T-Mobile wireless Internet access (daily fee may apply). Experience our coffeehouse-style service featuring fresh brewed, ground whole bean coffee. The Meadowlands NYC Red Roof Inn is located 15 minutes from Times Square and New York City. It is also within minutes of the excitement of Broadway with easy access to the Lincoln Tunnel. The location
Whether you prefer high-quality, comfortable economy, or something in between, you are sure to find it in the 112 graciously appointed rooms at the Kenilworth Inn. The rooms at Kenilworth Inn combine classic elegance and modern comfort to create a relaxed environment for any length of stay. All rooms are equipped with all the amenities expected by today?s businessperson, family, or bride and groom. From our high-speed wireless internet connection to the grand complimentary continental breakfa
This Rahway, New Jersey hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast and is located 15 minutes outside of New York City. The Best Western Riverview Inn & Suites is conveniently located in Rahway, New Jersey and offers all of the amenities and conveniences to ensure a comfortable stay for every guest. Guests staying at this Rahway hotel will be close to all the excitement, attractions and entertainment available in New York City located 15 minutes away. The Best Western Riverview Inn &
Experience Affordable Luxury at the Hotel Indigo in Rahway,New Jersey Our upscale Rahway,NJ hotel provides a tranquil setting with a focus on delivering peace and serenity to every guest.Situated just 10 miles from Newark International Airport, our hotel in Rahway is designed as an oasis for travelers looking for an escape from ordinary hotels, but who still value traditional hotel hospitality and services. Leisure travelers will love our Rahway hotel's proximity to the Union County Performance
This convenient location is within walking distance to the train station to NYC. Just 10 minutes from Newark Airport. Minutes from attractions such at the Statue of Liberty, Time Square and the Empire State Building. Garden State Outlet Mall and Woodbridge Mall a short 5 minute drive. Hotel is close to Merck Pharmaceutical. Hotel offers Free High Speed Internet, Free continental breakfast served daily. Some rooms feature whirlpools and fireplaces.
Meadowlands Hotels: The Courtyard Lyndhurst/Meadowlands hotel guest rooms feature high speed internet & 32' LCD flat screen TVs. Minutes to IZOD Center, Giants Stadium, Meadowlands Racetrack and just 6 miles to New York City
Newark Int'l Arpt Shuttle available: 15 miunte ride, advance notice requested ($20.00 Fee). Corporate Park setting, convenient for business and leisure travelers, 4 miles from downtown New York. Public Transit located just out our front door. Famous Harold's NY Deli Restaurant and Lounge on premises. Located opposite Giant Stadium at Meadowlands Sports Complex and Continental Arena.
Double Tree Club Suites
Hotel/Motel
455 Washington Blvd
Jersey City NJ 07310
(201)499-2400
