Highlands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, a prominent tower, and flags.
A sunset over a beach with rocks in the foreground and a sailboat in the distance.
A historic stone building with a tower marked "1862" and a turret.
A sunset over a grassy field with three historic buildings.
A house on a sandy dune with a wooden fence in the foreground.

Our guide on where to stay in Highlands

Find the best Highlands areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A house on a sandy dune with a wooden fence in the foreground.
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Sandy Hook

Travellers like the parks in Sandy Hook, and Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area is a top attraction you might want to visit.

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St New York NY
The price is AU$531 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$531
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,943 reviews)
"Great hotel, just not worth the rate that I paid for the room. Room also did not match the photos shown online for the room category."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

4 out of 5
8 Stone St New York NY
The price is AU$290 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$290
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,175 reviews)
"Excellent property. I had a great stay."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport

4 out of 5
128 Frontage Rd Newark NJ
The price is AU$217 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$217
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
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Highlands cottage across the street from Proving Ground and Twin Lights Marina

Highlands cottage across the street from Proving Ground and Twin Lights Marina

Highlands NJ
Stay at this cottage in Highlands. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Twin Lights State Historic Site and The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful accomodations."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Highlands cottage across the street from Proving Ground and Twin Lights Marina
Cozy Bayside Retreat - King Bed - Fire Pit - Minutes to Sandy Hook & NYC Ferry

Cozy Bayside Retreat - King Bed - Fire Pit - Minutes to Sandy Hook & NYC Ferry

Highlands NJ
Stay at this apartment in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach and One Willow are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"It was a great stay all around! Location, communication and it really felt like it’s part of their house. It’s not just a room to make money:) it felt very comfortable! The place doesn’t have a kitchenette, but it has microwave and a good space too make breakfast, cut up stuff I am having a deck ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Cozy Bayside Retreat - King Bed - Fire Pit - Minutes to Sandy Hook & NYC Ferry
Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views!

Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views!

Highlands NJ
Stay at this holiday home in Highlands. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Twin Lights State Historic Site and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"We had the best time! Gerald was a pleasure to be in touch with and the property is in the most ideal spot. 10/10!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views!
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Stay near popular Highlands attractions

A white lighthouse and a white house with a red roof.

Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area

8.4/10 (30 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Highlands. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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