160A Frontage Road, Newark, New Jersey, United States | (888) 635-3814
Located next to Newark Liberty International Airport
Free, frequent shuttle service to and from airport
Tons of meeting and event space
Spacious rooms with updated decor
Gift shop/convenience store on-site
On-site restaurant and bar, Ted’s Bar and Grill
24-hour coffee shop
Large fitness center, and business center
Free Wi-Fi
Few public transit options to New York City
Gritty area
Daily fee for parking
Some noise complaints from prison next door
The Ramada Plaza Newark Liberty International Airport is located right next to Newark Airport, and the hotel provides a free, frequent shuttle to and from the airport. The rooms are spacious with modern decor and basic amenities, including a Keurig coffeemaker. The Ramada has a variety of meeting and event spaces that can accommodate small groups and large events. The hotel, however, is situated on a small, gritty street off the highway and the location offers very little public transit options into New York City.
Scene
Modern, updated lobby and common spaces
The lobby at the Ramada is refreshingly modern and tastefully decorated with three seating areas and a large front desk. Stylish red-and-bronze tones permeate the front desk and carpets. Colorful vases, pleasing lighting, and other contemporary furnishings dot the space.Off the lobby are two eateries, a 24-hour coffee shop and Ted’s Bar and Grill. Since there aren’t any restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, Ted’s is a popular spot for grabbing a bite to eat or a drink at the end of the day.The Ramada has a plethora of meeting spaces and it’s common to see conference-goers and other business professionals in the restaurants and common spaces. The guests at the Ramada mostly comprise business people using the hotel’s event spaces, or travelers coming in and out of Newark Airport, who stay only a night or two.
Location
Easy to get to the airport, difficult to get to New York City
The Ramada is located right next to Newark Liberty International Airport. The hotel runs a free, frequent shuttle to and from the airport.Even though the hotel markets itself as a "home base for exploring New York City," it is difficult to get into Manhattan without a car. The hotel is located on a small, gritty side road off of Interstate 76 and Route 1. There is one bus that runs once an hour to Newark Penn Station, where travelers can then take PATH or New Jersey Transit trains into Manhattan. The bus station near the hotel is unmarked, located around a dangerous bend in the road, and faces the highway. The alternative is a $25 cab ride (flat-rate) from the hotel to Newark Penn Station.The similarly priced Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel or the slightly more expensive Courtyard Newark Downtown are located close to Newark Penn Station and are only half an hour away from Manhattan.There are almost no restaurants or amenities within walking distance of the hotel, and a car is recommended for exploring the area, as taxis are expensive. There is a daily charge for parking.
Rooms
Spacious with updated decor and Keurig coffeemakers
The rooms at the Ramada are stylish for a mid-range hotel. The beds have modern white bedding and a funky tan dotted bedspread with red trimming. Each room has sleek black furnishings, including a desk, dresser, end tables, and a flat-screen TV. The walls, carpet, and curtains are a neutral tan color.There is a small entry space in each room that houses an iron and ironing board, as well as a small marble counter with a Keurig coffeemaker. Below the counter is a mini-fridge. The bathrooms are small but up-to-date with attractive tile finishings and a modern vanity.The hotel is located next to a prison, and there have been some guest complaints about noise from the prison loudspeaker.
Features
Lots of meeting space and a free shuttle to and from Newark Airport
The free shuttle to and from Newark Airport, which runs twice an hour, is a big perk. The Ramada has a large variety of meeting spaces that can accommodate both small groups and larger events. The meeting/event spaces include:- Crystal Ballroom: can fit up to 850 people