Residence Inn by Marriott East Rutherford Meadowlands
by the TopOfHotel team
An all-suite, extended-stay base that is only about a 5-minute drive from MetLife Stadium — full kitchen in every room, free breakfast daily, and a starting price that runs lighter than its sister hotels in the same area; the trade-off is a suburban spot with no train station, so you really want a car.
An all-suite, extended-stay base that is only about a 5-minute drive from MetLife Stadium — full kitchen in every room, free breakfast daily, and a starting price that runs lighter than its sister hotels in the same area; the trade-off is a suburban spot with no train station, so you really want a car.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Pull onto Murray Hill Pkwy, step into the lobby, and the first feeling is relaxed and easygoing rather than luxurious — and that is exactly the appeal here. The look is warm and simple in the usual Residence Inn style, more home than hotel. Head up to the room and you understand why people book long stays and why it sits #2 in East Rutherford on Tripadvisor: the room is more than a place to sleep — a small apartment, with a full kitchen — fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher — a separate living area and a work desk. Everything is set up to actually live in rather than just crash for one night. Families travelling together feel right away that the place is built for several days, and breakfast is waiting free in the lobby each morning so you start the day light before heading out.
Food and amenities
The thing that sets Residence Inn apart from a regular hotel is that it is genuinely built for long stays. The full kitchen in every room is not decoration — a family travelling in numbers can buy groceries and cook, save a lot on food, and the big fridge holds plenty. Every morning there is free breakfast, and after a day at the stadium or shopping there is a fitness room to unwind in and common areas to sit in. It is part of the Marriott family, so booking and earning points through Bonvoy is straightforward, and the hotel is pet-friendly, so you can bring your dog. The clearest signal of quality is the consistent review record — #2 in East Rutherford on Tripadvisor and 8.4 on both Agoda and Booking.
Location and getting there
The location is the part worth talking about most, because it lines up exactly the way a football traveller would want. The hotel sits at 10 Murray Hill Pkwy in the heart of Meadowlands, the same zone as the stadium, which means it is only about a 5-minute drive to the gates of MetLife Stadium. With MetLife home to the Giants and Jets and one of the biggest concert venues in the US, staying this close means you get back to rest quickly after the event instead of fighting long traffic back into the city. Around the hotel you also have the Meadowlands Sports Complex and the giant American Dream mall, with an indoor water park, the Nickelodeon Universe amusement park, an indoor ski slope and hundreds of shops — so on a day with no match you can shop or take the kids out without going far. And if you want Manhattan, you can drive or transfer across in not much time. It works as a base for both the football and sightseeing.
Things to know before booking
Straight talk to help you decide. First, there is no train station nearby, so almost all your travel relies on a private car or a ride-hail service — if you are not renting a car, think carefully about how the transport costs add up, especially if you plan to get into Manhattan often. Second, the overall feel leans toward function and convenience over luxury; if you are after a stylish, photogenic hotel for social media, this one may look a touch plain, because the selling point is the function and the space. And third, on days with a big event at MetLife Stadium — especially concert and big-game nights — rates climb well above normal and rooms fill fast, so if you are planning for that window, book well ahead to lock in the price and the room.
Our take
Residence Inn by Marriott East Rutherford Meadowlands is best for families and groups of friends coming to watch the football at MetLife Stadium over several nights, who want a full kitchen to cook in, want to save on food, and want more space than a plain bedroom at a price you can actually reach. Anyone driving or renting a car gets the full benefit of this location, since it is only about a 5-minute drive to the stadium, right by American Dream and the Meadowlands Sports Complex. With a review record at #2 in East Rutherford on Tripadvisor and 8.4 on both Agoda and Booking, real guests are clearly satisfied. But if you are travelling solo with no car, or want a luxury downtown hotel with nightlife, this may not be your first pick. Overall we give it 8.3/10 for a value, family-friendly stay that is easy to get around from and comfortable for a long visit during a busy event week.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- Every room is a suite with a full kitchen — fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher — so you can cook your own meals and settle in comfortably for several nights.
- Free breakfast every morning keeps costs down and gets you out the door toward the stadium faster.
- It is roughly a 5-minute drive to MetLife Stadium, which is about as convenient as it gets on match day.
- The starting price runs lighter than the sister all-suite hotels in the same area, which makes it good value for the space you get.
- It is ranked #2 in East Rutherford on Tripadvisor and scores 8.4 on both Agoda and Booking, reflecting the consistent Marriott standard.
- There is no train station nearby, so getting around relies mostly on a private car or a ride-hail service.
- It is a function-first Marriott property — the feel leans toward practicality and convenience rather than luxury or design.
- Rates climb sharply around big events at MetLife Stadium, especially on concert and big-game nights, so book well ahead.
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Insider Tips
- If you are coming as a group, pick a one-bedroom suite with the extra sofa bed — you get more space than booking two rooms, plus a full kitchen to cook in.
- Stop by a supermarket or the nearby American Dream to stock the kitchen on day one; it saves a lot on food across the whole trip.
- On match days at MetLife, leave a bit early or build in buffer time in the evening, because the roads around Meadowlands get very congested when there is a big event.