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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$535 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$535
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (3,837 reviews)
"A+"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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$168 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$168
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (4,368 reviews)
"Not clean and not maintain"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
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$268 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$268
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (4,038 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
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Placemakr Wall Street

Placemakr Wall Street

4 out of 5
110 Wall St New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (966 reviews)
"Clean and big room"

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Placemakr Wall Street
Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder

4 out of 5
130 Duane Street New York NY
Stay at this boutique aparthotel in New York. Enjoy daily housekeeping and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (885 reviews)
"Best stay and Ravi was helpful"

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Duane Street Hotel Tribeca, Belvilla District 6 Formerly Sonder
East Village Hotel

East Village Hotel

3 out of 5
147 1st Ave New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
East Village Hotel
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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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