The Best Hotels Closest to Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area in Highlands for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a view of the beach.

An aerial view of a hotel with a pool, parking area, and a beach view.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola, and a view of a lake and greenery.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

1. Beachwalk at Sea Bright

5.6 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

John

SAR 515

SAR 575 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A dining area with a table set for six, a chandelier, and a view of the water and boats.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a view of boats on the water.

A brick building with a sign reading "Molly Pitcher Inn" and a tower.

A marina with multiple boats docked at wooden piers.

2. Molly Pitcher Inn

11.8 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Sherri

SAR 568

SAR 651 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a blue sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette area.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a shelf with a kettle.

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Long Branch by IHG

16.5 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Carlos

SAR 394

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with large windows overlooking a calm body of water. There are outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs.

A dining area with tables set for service, large windows overlooking a body of water, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a mezzanine level.

4. The Oyster Point Hotel

11.6 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Cassandra

SAR 593

SAR 680 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a glass coffee table, red patterned sofas, a brown patterned rug, and a large arched window offering a view of the outdoors.

A Best Western hotel with a parking lot, a large illuminated sign, and a church in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

5. Best Western Hazlet Inn

16.8 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Domenica

SAR 395

SAR 453 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a modern design, featuring a large sofa, blue armchairs, a round coffee table, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a phone and a clock, a wall-mounted light, and artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A balcony with wicker chairs, a pool, and a view of a residential area.

6. The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection

10.7 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Nancy

SAR 507

SAR 581 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A waterfront hotel with a prominent building featuring a curved facade, multiple stories, and a balcony area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a round coffee table, a sofa with cushions, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Bungalow Hotel

14.9 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Sandra

SAR 513

SAR 738 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and various items including a coffee maker, a basket, and a large pitcher.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a white chair.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a coffee machine, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A building with a covered entrance, potted plants, and a brick wall.

8. Crystal Inn Eatontown

15.5 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Steven

SAR 317

SAR 376 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options, and a visible exit sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, a stone wall with a wood panel design, and a minibar.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, two white armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a minibar, and a large window with curtains.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Tinton Falls - Eatontown

18.5 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

ANTHONY

SAR 539

SAR 618 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A fire pit in the center of a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered seating area in the background.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in cabinets, and a breakfast bar.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A swimming pool with a stone facade and large windows, surrounded by green chairs.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Eatontown

18.4 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Gerald

SAR 508

SAR 582 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and several chairs with blue upholstery.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a reception desk, and a well-lit ceiling.

A spacious living area with a large beige sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and orange ottomans. There are dark blue armchairs and a small table with a chessboard. The room has a modern design with a large window and a view of the city.

11. Latitude Suites Tinton Falls, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

18.6 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Diana

SAR 570

SAR 654 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a round table, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick floor and greenery.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a blue accent wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating with blue and orange chairs, a central island with a planter, and a large vase with branches.

12. Sonesta Select Tinton Falls Eatontown

18.1 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

michael

SAR 447

SAR 538 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A lobby with a chandelier, seating area, reception desk, and a television.

A hotel lobby with a sofa set, two lamps, a framed artwork, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a microwave.

A hallway with vibrant murals, a red wall, and a blue trim.

13. Holiday Inn Hazlet by IHG

15.7 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Heidi

SAR 383

SAR 439 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a view of the beach.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, and a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a coastal cityscape with a beachfront hotel, a parking lot, and a sandy beach.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

14. Wave Resort

15.2 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

JOHN P.

SAR 690

SAR 1,028 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, featuring a bar and a television screen.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered driveway and landscaped area.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a carpeted floor.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank

14.2 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Mary

SAR 660

SAR 756 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large painting of a bridge, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with a sofa and two armchairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern kitchen with a brick backsplash, a coffee station, and a waffle maker.

A multi-story hotel with a modern brick facade, a prominent 'Best Western' sign, and a parking area with several cars.

16. Best Western Brooklyn-Coney Island Inn

16.4 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Sarah

SAR 574

SAR 672 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a stone border, a water slide, and a large poster of a forest.

A Pepsi vending machine kiosk with multiple beverage options and snacks.

A hotel lobby with a Pepsi vending machine, a reception desk, and a staircase.

The exterior of La Quinta Inn with a clear entrance, a prominent sign, and a brick facade.

17. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham West Long Branch/NJ Shore Area

15.4 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Henry

SAR 319

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious lobby with large windows, a central round table, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious dining area with round tables, white chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a modern chandelier, and a reception desk.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a tiled floor.

18. Sheraton Eatontown Hotel

18.3 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Angela

SAR 604

SAR 693 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A clean, modern cafe with metal tables and chairs, a chalkboard with greetings, and a coffee bar.

A balcony with a blue sofa and a small round table, large windows with a view of buildings and a street, and a metal railing.

A modern building with large windows and a visible interior space with seating and tables.

19. Best Western Plus Brooklyn Bay Hotel

16.9 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Kishan

SAR 747

SAR 870 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a well-lit pathway.

A hotel named Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham with a well-lit entrance and a white picket fence.

A modern living room with a staircase, a red sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a red sofa, and a small wooden table.

20. Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Tinton Falls

18.3 km from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Kelly

SAR 364

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beachwalk at Sea Bright	8.2 Very good 1,167 reviews	View
Molly Pitcher Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Long Branch by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
The Oyster Point Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Hazlet Inn	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

ROW NYC

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay – highly recommend! I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The staff were outstanding: friendly, attentive and always willing to help with a smile. They made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The location is excellent, very central and close to everything, which made getting around easy. The room was very comfortable, and I rested well every night. I'd gladly stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting the city!"

Moxy NYC Lower East Side

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Rooms are on the smaller side, but efficient and clean. Check in was a breeze. Friendly and helpful staff."

Lotte New York Palace

10/10 Excellent

"We will definitely stay here again! Best location, it is near everything. The staff was very nice and helpful, view was amazing and rooms were great!"

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

10/10 Excellent

"Staff"

101 HOTEL Manhattan New York City

8/10 Good

"Thin walls but besides that no complaints!"

Other attractions near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

A white lighthouse with a red roof, surrounded by trees with pink blossoms.

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Highlands with a visit to Sandy Hook Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A beach with a fire pit in the sand and people sitting around it.

Monmouth County Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monmouth County Beach during your trip to Highlands? Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

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A coastal view with a lighthouse, grassy areas, and a beach.

Atlantic Highlands Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Atlantic Highlands with a trip to Atlantic Highlands Harbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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A historic stone building with a tower marked "1862" and a turret.

Twin Lights State Historic Site

You can learn about the history of Highlands with a trip to Twin Lights State Historic Site. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.

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New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium

Enjoy an outing to New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium during your stay in Highlands. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach is just one of the places to see in Highlands, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.

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One Willow

After visiting One Willow, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Highlands. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

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Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook

You can find out about the history of Atlantic Highlands with a visit to Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area?

Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area is located in a walkable area of Highlands known for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 43 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area?

TWA Hotel at JFK Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 3 bars. You'll find it 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area. Other good options around the area include Sela V Hotel and DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown.

How many hotels will I find near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area?

Expedia has 43 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area?

Learn about local history at Sandy Hook Lighthouse and Twin Lights State Historic Site. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook and Hartshorne Park. Lounge by the water at Monmouth County Beach and Ideal Beach.

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Our top choices for Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area hotels

1. Beachwalk at Sea Bright

2. Molly Pitcher Inn

3. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Long Branch by IHG

4. The Oyster Point Hotel

5. Best Western Hazlet Inn

6. The Hub Middletown Red Bank, BW Signature Collection

7. Bungalow Hotel

8. Crystal Inn Eatontown

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Tinton Falls - Eatontown

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Eatontown

11. Latitude Suites Tinton Falls, part of Unscripted by Hyatt

12. Sonesta Select Tinton Falls Eatontown

13. Holiday Inn Hazlet by IHG

14. Wave Resort

15. Courtyard by Marriott Lincroft Red Bank

16. Best Western Brooklyn-Coney Island Inn

17. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham West Long Branch/NJ Shore Area

18. Sheraton Eatontown Hotel

19. Best Western Plus Brooklyn Bay Hotel

20. Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Tinton Falls

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Top Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

ROW NYC

Moxy NYC Lower East Side

Lotte New York Palace

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

101 HOTEL Manhattan New York City

Other attractions near Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Monmouth County Beach

Atlantic Highlands Harbor

Twin Lights State Historic Site

New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium

The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

One Willow

Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook

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