There are so many unique hotels in New Jersey, it would be nearly impossible to make a comprehensive list of “best places” that didn’t go on forever. From our luxury hotels to quaint bed and breakfasts, we’ve got it all when it comes to lodging. Certain places stand out because they’ve got something special. Among the coolest hotels in New Jersey, the following accommodations all offer something unique, from location to amenities, or just general quirkiness. If you’re looking for a memorable stay, these are great places to start.

  1. Bungalow Hotel, Long Branch

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Image/BungalowHotel A hip boutique hotel, Bungalow Hotel was named one of the chicest in the country by Elle Magazine. You’ll love the spacious rooms and modern decor. The Pier Village location is ideal for summer beach trips and holiday shopping weekends. Designed and decorated by a duo of architects, the entire building is a work of art. Bungalow Hotel, 50 Laird St, Long Branch, NJ 07740, USA

  1. Element, Ewing

Facebook/Element Ewing Princeton Element is another modern masterpiece, with an eco-friendly twist - the building is LEED Silver Certified. Amenities include an indoor poor, fitness center, free bike rentals, an electric car charging station, complimentary breakfast and evening reception. The hotel is conveniently located near Princeton and Trenton. Element Ewing Princeton, 1000 Sam Weinroth Rd, Ewing Township, NJ 08628, USA

  1. Grand Cascades Lodge, Vernon

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Image/CrystalGolfResort Grand Cascades Lodge is New Jersey’s ultimate year-round getaway. The AAA 4-diamond resort is located right in the heart of Mountain Creek, which offers skiing, tubing, mountain biking and a water park. The property itself features several golf courses, fishing, award-winning dining, access to a massive indoor athletic center, and the magnificent biosphere indoor pool complex. You’ll also find a spa and planned activities including murder mystery dinners. Grand Cascades Lodge, 3 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ 07419, USA

  1. Southern Mansion, Cape May

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Facebook/SouthernMansion Cape May is often seen as a summer destination, but it’s just as charming during the holiday season. Should you visit, The Southern Mansion is the place to be. It offers the utmost in luxury and southern hospitality. With authentic vintage furnishings, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. If you’re planning a December stay, be sure to check out the Christmas craft fair and the Dickens Victorian Christmas Extravaganza. The Southern Mansion, 720 Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA

  1. Earth Friendly Bed and Breakfast, Clarksburg

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Image/EarthFriendlyOrganicFarm Please note, Earth Friendly Bed and Breakfast has permanently closed. This quaint bed and breakfast is truly an urban oasis. Guests have easy access to the Jackson Outlets, Freehold Raceway, and much more, all while staying on a secluded organic farm. The B&B is solar powered and sits on an 8-acre blueberry farm with other fresh berries and garden vegetables available for picking. This rustic getaway even offers yoga retreats.

  1. Chelsea Pub and Inn, Atlantic City

Facebook/ChelseaPubAndInn A historic hotel, Chelsea Pub and Inn lacks the glitz and glamour of the boardwalk hotels, but makes up for it in charm. Bring your pets, play pool at the bar, or borrow one of the many board games available! You’re just minutes from shopping and nightlife, yet somehow so far away from it all. You’ll love the homey atmosphere, hot breakfast and complimentary cocktail. You’ll also love the prices. Chelsea Inn, 8 S Morris Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA

  1. The Woolverton Inn Bed & Breakfast, Stockton

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Yelp/WoolvertonInn The rooms at Woolverton Inn Bed and Breakfast are lovely, but the cottages are incredible. The Audubon Cottage, pictured, features a fireplace and double whirlpool tub. Called one of the most romantic getaways in the country by the Washingtonian, consider adding a spa package to your couples getaway. Breakfast and afternoon refreshments are included and not to be missed. The seasonal specials are spectacular. Woolverton Inn, 6 Woolverton Rd, Stockton, NJ 08559, USA

  1. Whistling Swan Inn, Stanhope

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Facebook/WhistlingSwanInn What makes Whistling Swan Inn unique? The affordable elopement packages and authentic tea parties. Have your dream wedding with up to six guests for under $1500, including a two night honeymoon! The Inn is also well-known for its authentic tea parties including beautiful antique bone china tea accoutrements, one-of-a-kind teapots, linens, and silverware, dainty fresh-cut sandwiches, scrumptious home-made scones, savory bites, and customized desserts for just $21.95 per guest. Enjoy antique shopping in nearby Andover. Whistling Swan Inn, 110 Main St, Stanhope, NJ 07874, USA

  1. Icona, Diamond Beach

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Facebook/IconaResortsDiamondBeach The ultimate luxury beach getaway, book your stay now for the best rates. A resort, Icona offers incredible amenities including surf lessons, fitness classes on the beach, an oceanfront bar and galley kitchens in every room and suite. Rent a bike or enjoy a massage by the water - the options are endless. Don’t worry about the crowds, this beach is private. ICONA Diamond Beach, 9701 Atlantic Ave, Diamond Beach, NJ 08260, USA

  1. Feather Nest Inn, Cherry Hill

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Facebook/FeatherNestInn A quirky couples hotel, Feather Nest Inn offers themed suites with jacuzzis and fire places! Ideal for an offbeat anniversary getaway, this is your chance to stay in Tahiti, Treasure Island, a tree house, or cave - there are 12 themed suites to choose from. It’s a bit dated, but definitely unique. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and champagne on Friday and Saturday evenings. Feather Nest Inn, 703 Hampton Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, USA

  1. Chimney Hill Estate, Lambertville

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Facebook/ChimneyHillEstateInn Enjoy a luxurious stay located on a working alpaca farm, just minutes from charming downtown Lambertville. You’ll enjoy spacious rooms with period furnishings, a complimentary breakfast and delicious baked goods. You can even schedule a tour to meet the Alpacas when staying at Chimney Hill Estate. 207 Goat Hill Rd, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA

  1. Summer Nites, North Wildwood

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Yelp/SummerNites You’re going to flip for this 50s themed bed and breakfast - it’s the hippest place in town. You feel me, daddy-o? All jokes aside, Summer Nites is a great place to stay and one you certainly won’t forget. Guests will enjoy the unique box car diner complete with 1953 Seeburg Jukebox, pool table and vintage game room, and authentic 50s memorabilia. The perfect time to visit, other than a summer night? The 1950s themed New Year’s party is sure to be a blast, and Elvis Weekend in April is always a hit. Summer Nites, 2110 Atlantic Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260, USA

Have you spent a night at any of these unique hotels in New Jersey? Do you agree? Are these some of the coolest hotels in New Jersey? What other unique places can you stay in New Jersey? The quirkier, the better!

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A hip boutique hotel, Bungalow Hotel was named one of the chicest in the country by Elle Magazine. You’ll love the spacious rooms and modern decor. The Pier Village location is ideal for summer beach trips and holiday shopping weekends. Designed and decorated by a duo of architects, the entire building is a work of art.

Bungalow Hotel, 50 Laird St, Long Branch, NJ 07740, USA

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Element is another modern masterpiece, with an eco-friendly twist - the building is LEED Silver Certified. Amenities include an indoor poor, fitness center, free bike rentals, an electric car charging station, complimentary breakfast and evening reception. The hotel is conveniently located near Princeton and Trenton.

Element Ewing Princeton, 1000 Sam Weinroth Rd, Ewing Township, NJ 08628, USA

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Grand Cascades Lodge is New Jersey’s ultimate year-round getaway. The AAA 4-diamond resort is located right in the heart of Mountain Creek, which offers skiing, tubing, mountain biking and a water park. The property itself features several golf courses, fishing, award-winning dining, access to a massive indoor athletic center, and the magnificent biosphere indoor pool complex. You’ll also find a spa and planned activities including murder mystery dinners.

Grand Cascades Lodge, 3 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ 07419, USA

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Cape May is often seen as a summer destination, but it’s just as charming during the holiday season. Should you visit, The Southern Mansion is the place to be. It offers the utmost in luxury and southern hospitality. With authentic vintage furnishings, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. If you’re planning a December stay, be sure to check out the Christmas craft fair and the Dickens Victorian Christmas Extravaganza.

The Southern Mansion, 720 Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA

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Please note, Earth Friendly Bed and Breakfast has permanently closed. This quaint bed and breakfast is truly an urban oasis. Guests have easy access to the Jackson Outlets, Freehold Raceway, and much more, all while staying on a secluded organic farm. The B&B is solar powered and sits on an 8-acre blueberry farm with other fresh berries and garden vegetables available for picking. This rustic getaway even offers yoga retreats.

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A historic hotel, Chelsea Pub and Inn lacks the glitz and glamour of the boardwalk hotels, but makes up for it in charm. Bring your pets, play pool at the bar, or borrow one of the many board games available! You’re just minutes from shopping and nightlife, yet somehow so far away from it all. You’ll love the homey atmosphere, hot breakfast and complimentary cocktail. You’ll also love the prices.

Chelsea Inn, 8 S Morris Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA

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The rooms at Woolverton Inn Bed and Breakfast are lovely, but the cottages are incredible. The Audubon Cottage, pictured, features a fireplace and double whirlpool tub. Called one of the most romantic getaways in the country by the Washingtonian, consider adding a spa package to your couples getaway. Breakfast and afternoon refreshments are included and not to be missed. The seasonal specials are spectacular.

Woolverton Inn, 6 Woolverton Rd, Stockton, NJ 08559, USA

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What makes Whistling Swan Inn unique? The affordable elopement packages and authentic tea parties. Have your dream wedding with up to six guests for under $1500, including a two night honeymoon! The Inn is also well-known for its authentic tea parties including beautiful antique bone china tea accoutrements, one-of-a-kind teapots, linens, and silverware, dainty fresh-cut sandwiches, scrumptious home-made scones, savory bites, and customized desserts for just $21.95 per guest. Enjoy antique shopping in nearby Andover.

Whistling Swan Inn, 110 Main St, Stanhope, NJ 07874, USA

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The ultimate luxury beach getaway, book your stay now for the best rates. A resort, Icona offers incredible amenities including surf lessons, fitness classes on the beach, an oceanfront bar and galley kitchens in every room and suite. Rent a bike or enjoy a massage by the water - the options are endless. Don’t worry about the crowds, this beach is private.

ICONA Diamond Beach, 9701 Atlantic Ave, Diamond Beach, NJ 08260, USA

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A quirky couples hotel, Feather Nest Inn offers themed suites with jacuzzis and fire places! Ideal for an offbeat anniversary getaway, this is your chance to stay in Tahiti, Treasure Island, a tree house, or cave - there are 12 themed suites to choose from. It’s a bit dated, but definitely unique. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and champagne on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Feather Nest Inn, 703 Hampton Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, USA

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Enjoy a luxurious stay located on a working alpaca farm, just minutes from charming downtown Lambertville. You’ll enjoy spacious rooms with period furnishings, a complimentary breakfast and delicious baked goods. You can even schedule a tour to meet the Alpacas when staying at Chimney Hill Estate.

207 Goat Hill Rd, Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA

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You’re going to flip for this 50s themed bed and breakfast - it’s the hippest place in town. You feel me, daddy-o? All jokes aside, Summer Nites is a great place to stay and one you certainly won’t forget. Guests will enjoy the unique box car diner complete with 1953 Seeburg Jukebox, pool table and vintage game room, and authentic 50s memorabilia. The perfect time to visit, other than a summer night? The 1950s themed New Year’s party is sure to be a blast, and Elvis Weekend in April is always a hit.

Summer Nites, 2110 Atlantic Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260, USA

The state’s quirkiness doesn’t end with these unique hotels in New Jersey. There are lots of oddball sites in the state that will make you do a double take. Take, for instance, these quirky roadside attractions in New Jersey.

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Unique Hotels In New Jersey October 07, 2022 Daniella DiRienzo What’s the most beautiful hotel in New Jersey? Aside from unique hotels in New Jersey, there are also lots of beautiful hotels in the Garden State. One of the state’s most impressive hotels is no doubt the Chateau Grande Hotel. Located in East Brunswick, the Chateau Grande Hotel is touted as an “unparalleled luxury event and hotel destination” – and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. The idyllic French-American facilities are undeniably grand. But a luxe setting isn’t all the hotel has going for it. Guests of the Chateau Grande Hotel are also treated to incredible cuisine, thanks to the hotel’s resident chef. What are the best little-known campgrounds in New Jersey? Unique hotels in New Jersey aren’t the state’s only lodging options. There are so many others, including campgrounds. Some campgrounds are extremely well-known, while others are a bit more obscure. Ocean View Resort Campground likely falls into the latter category, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth knowing about. The sprawling Ocean View campground offers some of the finest in family camping. Nestled on a sprawling 180 wooded acres, the rustic retreat boasts peaceful seclusion and plenty of amenities, including a splash pad, a beach, a stocked fishing pond, playgrounds, a mini golf course, paddle boats, a tram car, and lots more.

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Unique Hotels In New Jersey

October 07, 2022

Daniella DiRienzo

What’s the most beautiful hotel in New Jersey? Aside from unique hotels in New Jersey, there are also lots of beautiful hotels in the Garden State. One of the state’s most impressive hotels is no doubt the Chateau Grande Hotel. Located in East Brunswick, the Chateau Grande Hotel is touted as an “unparalleled luxury event and hotel destination” – and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. The idyllic French-American facilities are undeniably grand. But a luxe setting isn’t all the hotel has going for it. Guests of the Chateau Grande Hotel are also treated to incredible cuisine, thanks to the hotel’s resident chef. What are the best little-known campgrounds in New Jersey? Unique hotels in New Jersey aren’t the state’s only lodging options. There are so many others, including campgrounds. Some campgrounds are extremely well-known, while others are a bit more obscure. Ocean View Resort Campground likely falls into the latter category, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth knowing about. The sprawling Ocean View campground offers some of the finest in family camping. Nestled on a sprawling 180 wooded acres, the rustic retreat boasts peaceful seclusion and plenty of amenities, including a splash pad, a beach, a stocked fishing pond, playgrounds, a mini golf course, paddle boats, a tram car, and lots more.

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The OIYS Visitor Center

Aside from unique hotels in New Jersey, there are also lots of beautiful hotels in the Garden State. One of the state’s most impressive hotels is no doubt the Chateau Grande Hotel. Located in East Brunswick, the Chateau Grande Hotel is touted as an “unparalleled luxury event and hotel destination” – and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. The idyllic French-American facilities are undeniably grand. But a luxe setting isn’t all the hotel has going for it. Guests of the Chateau Grande Hotel are also treated to incredible cuisine, thanks to the hotel’s resident chef.

What are the best little-known campgrounds in New Jersey?

Unique hotels in New Jersey aren’t the state’s only lodging options. There are so many others, including campgrounds. Some campgrounds are extremely well-known, while others are a bit more obscure. Ocean View Resort Campground likely falls into the latter category, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth knowing about. The sprawling Ocean View campground offers some of the finest in family camping. Nestled on a sprawling 180 wooded acres, the rustic retreat boasts peaceful seclusion and plenty of amenities, including a splash pad, a beach, a stocked fishing pond, playgrounds, a mini golf course, paddle boats, a tram car, and lots more.