Travel Guide

Travel Guide to NYC and Back

Public transportation:
Heading there:

  • Walk across street to Bus Stop - Old River Road or Church Hill Road
  • Board any bus that says ‘New York’ on banner screen - Buses 156, 159, 165, 188
  • Be sure to wave at bus otherwise driver will keep driving
  • Bus Fare: $3.50 per person
  • Trip Time: 30 - 40 minutes
  • Bus will drop you off at 42nd Port Authority in Times Square NYC - you can travel via Uber / taxi / preferred method depending on your final destination

Coming back to the Hotel:

  • If traveling by bus, only board the 158 FORT LEE Bus
  • If you come back before 10 PM, the bus will be at Gate 202 - Second floor
  • If you come back past 10 PM, the bus will be at Gate 301 - Third floor
  • Purchase ‘Zone 2’ ticket prior to boarding
  • Depart at the Bulls Ferry/River Road stop
  • Cross street and back to Hotel

Transit Route

Transit Itinerary

route map
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Private Transportation:

Uber and lyft are alternative transportation methods and cost about $25 - $75 per trip and are about 25 - 60 minuts long depending on your final destination in NYC.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR NJ TRANSIT:

First time here? Pay with cash.

Coming back? Download the NJ Transit APP.

Long-term stay? Purchase a monthly pass.

bus timing

Buses to look out for:
128, 156, 158, 159, 165, 166, 188

Ferry Instead?

NYWATERWAY is the way to go!

  • Take NJ Transit bus 128, 156, 158, 159, 165, 166 or 188 to Port Imperial/NY, located just under 2 miles away
  • Ferry departs every 20 mins to Manhattan/Midtown W. 39TH ST
  • Runs from 6:00 am to 10:40 pm on Mondays
  • Runs from 6:00 am to 11:40 pm on Tuesday - Thursday’s
  • Runs from 6:00 am to 12:40 am on Fridays
  • Runs from 8:00 am to 12:40 am on Saturdays and Sundays
  • Bus Fares: $1.60 per adult, $0.75 per child/senior
  • Ferry: $9.50 per adult, $6.50 per child (6- 11 yrs), $8.75 per senior (62+ yrs)
  • Included with your ferry ticket is a bus ticket to either: W 34th Street, W 42nd Street, or W 44th Street, W 50th Street, W 57th Street

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR NYWATERWAY:

First time here? Pay with cash.
Coming back? Download the NY Waterway APP.
Constant traveler?
Purchase a monthly pass.

Shops and Services

Edgewater Harbor

CVS 1
Tanning 2
AT&T 3
WeFixIt 4
Hudhaus 5
Willow-Dry 6
Edge 7
Tutti 8
European-Wax 9
Spencer's 10
Munincipal 11
Advanced Eyecare of Edgewater 12
Moxie Salon 13
Beethoven's Veranda 14
Jule Electric Charging Station 15
Edgewater Harbor Walkway 16
  1. CVS Pharmacy: Drug store with drive through pharmacy.
  2. Beach Bum Tanning: Tanning salon
  3. AT&T: Cellular and electronic store.
  4. WeFix It: Electronic repair shop.
  5. HudHaus: (Across from Edgewater Harbor) Herbal dispensary 21+
  6. Willow Hudson Tailoring & Dry Cleaners: Dry Cleaner and tailoring center.
  7. The Edge Barbershop: Barber and hair salon.
  8. TUTTI's Nail and Spa: Nail salon & spa.
  9. European Wax Center: Waxing center.
  10. Spencer Savings Bank: Bank.
  11. Edgewater Muncipal Court: Township municipal building and police station.
  12. Advanced Eyecare of Edgewater: Optometrist and vision shop.
  13. Moxie Salon: Trendy salon chain offering haircuts, coloring, and blowouts, plus makeup services.
  14. Beethoven's Veranda: (Across from Edgewater Harbor) Florist and flower shop.
  15. Jule Electric Charging Station: Electric car charging for hotel guests of the Courtyard Edgewater. Prevailing rates apply.
  16. Edgewater Harbor Walkway: Public walkway with stunning views of Hudson River and NYC Skyline.

City Place (Plaza) at the Promenade

Jeweler 1
Banana 2
Bath-Body 3
Osh-Kosh 4
Chicos 5
Haircut 6
Express 7
GAP 8
Hand-and-Stone 9
Loft 10
Metromix 11
Vitamin-Shoppe 12
Ulta 13
Verizon 14
Victoria 15
Woof-Gang 16
Club Studio 17
Baker Health 18
Lenscrafter 19
NXGN Arena 20
White House Bride 21
EPTG Exchange Therapy 22
Dear Petite 23
  1. Alain & Co Jewelers: Jewelry store.
  2. Banana Republic: Clothing chain featuring classic, stylish pieces for men & women, plus shoes & accessories.
  3. Bath & Body Works: High quality and unique personal fragrances, lotions, bath items, personal care items, and home fragrances.
  4. Carter's /Osh Kosh: Clothing for children from newborn through size 7: sleepwear, play clothes and accessories.
  5. Chico's: Full line of private label apparel, accessories, and jewelry, with a focus on comfort.
  6. Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids: kids' hair salon.
  7. Express: Shop jeans, shirts, tops and accessories for women and men.
  8. GAP: Clothes for the whole family.
  9. Hand and Stone: Hand & stone massages and facial spa.
  10. LOFT: Women's apparel
  11. METROMIX: Large array of footwear, apparel and outerwear options for the whole family.
  12. theVitamin Shoppe: Chain with a wide range of nutritional supplements, vitamins & herbs, plus bath & beauty products.
  13. Ulta Beauty: One-stop beauty supply store.
  14. Verizon Wireless: Mobile retail store.
  15. Victoria's Secret: Women's clothing and lingerie.
  16. Woof Gang: Neighborhood pet store.
  17. Club Studio: Premium fitness gym, group classes & amenities.
  18. Baker Health: Healthcare solutions & consulting.
  19. Lenscrafter: Eyewear, eye exams & optical services.
  20. NXGN Arena: Indoor arena with laser tag, VR, arcade, racing sims & fun.
  21. White House Bride: Bridal gowns & wedding attire.
  22. EPTG Exchange Therapy: Physical therapy & rehabilitation.
  23. Dear Petite: Reinvented classics & essentials for petite women. Korean flair.
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*ALL LOCATIONS ARE
WITHIN 10 MIN WALKING
DISTANCE OF
HARBOR AND HOTEL*
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*ALL LOCATIONS ARE
WITHIN 10 MIN WALKING
DISTANCE OF
HARBOR AND HOTEL*

Restaurants and Eateries

Edgewater Harbor

Haven 1
Madison 2
Pier115 3
Rascos 4
Acai 5
Five-Guys 6
Dunkin-Donuts 7
JJ 8
Moes 9
Lolita's Mexican Cantina 10
Sandwichitos 11
  1. Haven Restaurant and Bar: Modern-chic spot with a seasonal, locally sourced New American menu, skyline views & patio seating ranging from $50 - $100
  2. Madison Cafe & Grill: Lebanese and American Cuisine ranging from $20 - $30
  3. Porto: (Across from Edgewater Harbor) Upscale Italian dining with delicious pasta, seafood and pizza ranging from $30 - $60
  4. Rasco's Pizzeria: Italian pizzeria ranging from $5 - $30
  5. Açaí Creation: Health juice bar and eatery ranging from $3 - $20
  6. Five Guys: Fast food ranging from $10 - $20
  7. Dunkin Donuts: Coffee shop ranging $10 and less
  8. Juice Journey Cafe: Health & juice cafe with quick eats ranging from $10 - $20
  9. Moe's Southwest Grill: Mexican restaurant ranging from $10 - $20
  10. Lolita's Mexican Cantina: (Across from Edgewater Harbor) Lively bistro/bar scene doling out Nuevo Latino fare & sangria in a musicfilled setting ranging from $30 to $50
  11. Sandwichitos: (Across from Edgewater Harbor) Gourmet sandwiches blending Dominican, Italian, and American flavors ranging from $7 to $25

City Place (Plaza) at the Promenade

Bareburger 1
Chipotle 2
Flemings 3
Greek-Taverna 4
Haagen-Dazs 5
Original-Pancake 6
Panera 7
Tommy's 8
Rosolini 9
Kafe Nio 10
Hey Yogurt 11
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*ALL LOCATIONS ARE
WITHIN 10 MIN WALKING
DISTANCE OF
HARBOR AND HOTEL*
  1. Bareburger: Mouth-watering organic burgers and sandwiches, fresh salads, delicious shakes and shareable snacks ranging from $9 - $20
  2. Chipotle: Fast casual Mexican restaurant specializing in bowls, tacos, and burritos ranging from $9 - $20
  3. Fleming's Steakhouse: High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails ranging from $50 - $100
  4. Greek Taverna: Bustling BYOB hangout with an open kitchen, lively crowd & generous portions of Mediterranean fare ranging from $20 - $40
  5. Häagen-Dazs: Ice cream shop ranging from $5 - $15
  6. The Original Pancake House: Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting with prices ranging from $20 - $30
  7. Panera Bread: Serves fresh breads, sandwiches, soups, salads, and other bakery items ranging from $4 - $40
  8. Tommy's Tavern + Tap: American restaurant and bar with wide-variety menu options ranging from $20 - $30
  9. Rosolini: Elevated Italian dining with modern flair ranging from $40 - $80
  10. Kafe Nio: European-style eatery offering coffees, teas, crepes, sandwiches, and desserts ranging from $20 or less
  11. Hey Yogurt: Refreshing frozen yogurt & bubble tea spot where you can build your own sweet treat ranging $15 or less
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*ALL LOCATIONS ARE
WITHIN 10 MIN WALKING
DISTANCE OF
HARBOR AND HOTEL*

Reviews

One highlight was the exceptional service. The staff were friendly, professional, & eager to assist. Their knowledge was invaluable in helping me navigate the city. Top choice for anyone visiting NYC.

Raffay Kamran

This is the 2nd time that I had a group & I wanted to let you know how well we were taken care of. Austin was very professional & made sure we had everything needed & was always proactive.

Art Quintanilla

Excellent accommodations (cleanliness in particular), pleasant demeanor of all employees, & lastly a shout out to Austin Petgrave who shined with his service during our three days of meetings.

Jasmine Musakhanian

Fawn's professionalism & warmth made us feel valued, significantly enhancing our experience.

Nanette at breakfast ensuring every guest feels special is a testament to the excellent team you have

Vikas Gupta

I appreciate how you made my 2 day meeting a success.

Your attention to detail & suggestions are remarkable & created a great experience. Thank you for going above & beyond to meet our needs

Mark A. Ragone

Great hotel, friendly staff and good transport connections to NYC (via NJT)

Ronny Mees

Priceless Jewel of the city from across the Hudson in a part of Jersey they’ve clearly put some money into. Great location, great staff who was friendly and super helpful, and great price!

Kevin McQuillen

Great hotel for our quick overnight stay! The staff was welcoming and helpful when we forgot toiletries. Nice location in walking distance to restaurants and city views!

Brie D

Very friendly staff. Excellent location. Check the NJ transit options to get into NYC.

Stephanie Marion

I had a pleasant stay at CY Edgewater, as always. The staff members were incredibly courteous, professional, and well-educated. Thank you for the excellent service.

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