Central Ward Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Central Ward
ROW NYC
"It was just ok. Zero bells and whistles. Just the bare basics. I'd probably stay somewhere different next visit. Staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace
"The rooms were drab and aged. I did not feel comfortable and felt the room was unclean and a little dirty and tired. Odd smell in the room as well."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
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Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Empire Hotel
"The rooms were rather dark, though they had lamps. It was really hard to get ready in the mornings because there was no natural light coming into the room so we had to sit under the lamps in order to do our make up or stand right in front of the window in order to see ourselves. No way to ventilate ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 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 Symphony 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 Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center.
Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
