Central Ward Travel Guide
Newark
Visit Central Ward
Stay near popular Central Ward attractions
Things to do

Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

New York City: Central Park Electric Scooter Tour

NYC ICONIC Landmarks Premium Small Group Half Day Tour Max 12
Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC
"The room, hallways, and fixtures look a bit worn. Exposed wires in the room in corner. Easy to work AC. Check in with Junior was fabulous. Elevator is a bit of a challenge, I met so many guests that couldn't figure out the elevators and a bit long for the upper floors. You have to go to a touch pad ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
"OK better hotels in the area. Very dated, rooms small, bathrooms small. Shower water smelled like rotten eggs."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Location, location, location!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

The Manhattan at Times Square
"Upgraded to a renovated room. Nice and new. Staff was helpful. Not sure if I would do the breakfast again..$17 for a pastry, coffee and a banana."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Controlling the smell of weed on the floors would help! Overall stay and location was great!"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Location was great, property was clean and staff was helpful. But at times the lobby would get hectic (but to be expected from a hotel of that capacity) all in all I would recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Central Ward

Downtown Newark
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Newark. Top attractions like Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station to see more of the city.

West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.

Ironbound District
While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Newark City Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Ironbound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.


















