These five hotels sit closest to Newark Liberty International Airport and rank by how easy it is to get from your room to your terminal. Taxi time, shuttle availability, and transit connections drove every placement decision. The list covers budget to upper-upscale so you can match your transfer needs to your budget.
How we ranked hotels near Newark Airport
Taxi time to the airport terminals came first. Where two hotels fell within three minutes of each other, the one with a verified free shuttle moved up. Transit time via AirTrain and NJ Transit broke any remaining ties, with higher star ratings as the final tiebreaker.
All distances and travel times are cross-checked against street addresses and known Newark-area geography. Where a figure is an estimate rather than a published schedule, the hotel's entry flags it.
Hotels near Newark Airport at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Taxi to airport | Shuttle | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott | 4 | ~5 min | Yes — AirTrain connection on-property | ~10 min via AirTrain |
| Hilton Newark Airport | 4 | ~5 min | Yes — free scheduled shuttle | ~12 min via AirTrain + walk |
| Crowne Plaza Newark Airport | 4 | ~7 min | Yes — free scheduled shuttle | ~15 min via AirTrain |
| Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel | 4 | ~8 min | Yes — free scheduled shuttle | ~15 min via AirTrain |
| Hampton Inn Newark Airport | 3 | ~10 min | Yes — free scheduled shuttle | ~18 min via AirTrain + NJ Transit |
Transfer tips for Newark Airport hotels
- The AirTrain connects all three terminals and runs 24 hours — factor in a 10-minute ride from the Newark Airport AirTrain station on top of any ground transfer.
- Free hotel shuttles typically run every 20–30 minutes. Call ahead to confirm pickup times, especially for early-morning or late-night flights.
- NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor line stops at Newark Liberty International Airport station — useful if you're coming from Manhattan's Penn Station rather than a hotel shuttle.
- Taxi and rideshare pickup at EWR is from the Ground Transportation Center. Add 5–10 minutes to any quoted taxi time if your flight lands during peak hours (7–9 a.m. or 4–7 p.m.).
Getting to Newark Airport terminals from nearby hotels
No hotel in the Newark Airport area has a direct enclosed walkway to any terminal. The closest you get is the on-airport Marriott, where guests walk to the AirTrain station on the property grounds and ride to their terminal — a total trip of roughly 10 minutes door to gate.
For hotels off airport grounds, the free shuttle is your most predictable option. Taxis and rideshares are faster in off-peak hours but can add unpredictable time during morning and evening rushes on Routes 1 and 9.
Our Picks
Top Hotels
Courtyard Newark Liberty International Airport
600 US 1 & 9, Newark
Crowne Plaza Newark Airport by IHG
901 Spring St, Elizabeth, New Jersey, 07201, Elizabeth
Hampton Inn Newark Airport
450 US Highway One and Nine South, Newark, New Jersey, 07114, Newark
Hilton Newark Airport
1170 Spring Street, Elizabeth
Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
1000 Spring Street, Elizabeth
FAQs
Common Questions
The Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott at 1 Hotel Rd sits on airport grounds and is the closest option. Guests walk about 3 minutes to the on-site AirTrain station and ride to any terminal in roughly 10 minutes total. No other hotel on this list matches that proximity.
All five hotels on this list offer some form of free transfer to EWR terminals, either via a scheduled shuttle bus or, in the Marriott's case, direct access to the on-property AirTrain station. Call ahead to confirm shuttle frequency and hours before your travel date.
No hotel on this list has a walkable path to the terminals. The on-airport Marriott comes closest — guests walk to an AirTrain station on the property, then ride to their terminal. All other hotels require a shuttle, taxi, or rideshare.
Take the AirTrain from any terminal to Newark Liberty International Airport station, then board an NJ Transit Northeast Corridor or North Jersey Coast Line train to New York Penn Station. The full trip takes about 30 minutes and costs under $20. Taxis and rideshares to Midtown Manhattan run 40–60 minutes depending on traffic and cost $60–$90.
Pet-friendly status for the hotels on this list could not be independently verified as of 2026. Contact each property before booking if you're traveling with a pet, as policies change and fees vary.
The AirTrain EWR is a free monorail that connects all three terminals (A, B, and C) and the Newark Liberty International Airport NJ Transit rail station. It runs 24 hours. Guests at the on-airport Marriott can board at the hotel's own AirTrain station. Guests at other hotels take a shuttle or taxi to the airport, then use the AirTrain to reach their specific terminal.
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