Where to Stay in Central New Jersey
The Inn at Lambertville Station
A 19th-century train station turned into a hotel, this is the most unique and lively stay in downtown Lambertville. On the river and backed against the historic canal locks, The Inn is surrounded by water, offering stunning views and a range of recreation opportunities. Plus, their restaurant has been sweeping up the culinary awards.
Château Renault
With a day of wining and dining at Renault in your future, you might as well stay the night and enjoy it to the fullest. Recently renovated, the Château has a fresh and contemporary look; there’s a pool on site, a golf course, and a soon-to-be-open spa. Unlike most wineries, Renault’s tasting room, restaurant, and beer garden are open until 8 or 10pm and often have live music for fun after dark.
Under The Boardwalk Nostalgia, Ocean City
With its expansive wooden boardwalk, roller coasters, hot dog stands, salt water taffy makers, and views up and down the sandy shore, Ocean City, NJ, is as classic as the Jersey Shore gets. Keeping the tchotchkes at a minimum and the bars at bay, they’ve kept a family-friendly atmosphere without feeling kiddy. Playland’s Castaway Cove is a 65-year-old theme park with 32 rides (be sure to do the high-flying swings for 360-degree views). We had a grand old time, playing games, eating Polish Ice, and people-watching. The boardwalk is 2.5 miles long and very bike- and pedestrian-friendly. And it goes without saying that if you walk the whole 5-mile round trip, you earn an extra funnel cake.
Go on a Salt Marsh Safari, Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
Where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Cape May County has incredible biodiversity, including 400 species of birds and 300 species of fish! To get on the water, we joined a Salt Marsh Safari on The Skimmer. We spotted osprey, white ibis, laughing gulls, herons, and more ghost crabs than you can imagine! Captain Travis and his crew made this 2-hour trip as educational as it was a blast.
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