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Luxury travel in New Jersey

Luxury Travel in New Jersey 2026

Where New Jersey genuinely delivers luxury, from palace hotels to once-only experiences.

New Jersey has 3+ luxury hotels and experiences covered in this guide, led by Crystal Springs Resort, Congress Hall and Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. Each entry below includes the practical details — what it costs, when to go, and how to plan around it.

New Jersey is a densely diverse Mid-Atlantic state known for its 130-mile Atlantic coastline, Victorian shore towns, the famous Jersey Shore boardwalks, and a rich Revolutionary War heritage. From the glittering casinos of Atlantic City and the genteel beauty of Cape May to the cultural buzz of Hoboken and the forests of the Pine Barrens, New Jersey packs extraordinary variety into one of the nation's smallest states.

Luxury hotels

Five-star and palace properties.

Luxury

Crystal Springs Resort

$$$$

New Jersey's premier highland resort — 7 golf courses, a 35,000 sq ft spa, a wine cave with 35,000+ bottles, and farm-to-table dining across multiple restaurants. Rooms from $329/night.

Luxury

Congress Hall

$$$

America's oldest seaside hotel (1816) restored to Victorian grandeur — beachfront suites, spa, Beach Bar cocktails, and the acclaimed Blue Pig Tavern. Suites from $450/night summer.

Luxury

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

$$$

Atlantic City's leading luxury resort — 2,000 rooms and suites, 8 celebrity chef restaurants, the Water Club spa, a world-class nightclub, and headline entertainment. Suites from $400/night.

Fine dining

Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.

Fine dining

The Ryland Inn

American Farm-to-Table$$$$
Fine dining

Stage Left

New American$$$
Fine dining

Scalini Fedeli

Northern Italian$$$$
Fine dining

Peter Shields Inn

American Coastal$$$$
Fine dining

Rat's Restaurant

French-American$$$$

Exclusive experiences

Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.

Experience

Crystal Springs Wine Cave Dinner

Private multi-course dinner in the hand-hewn limestone wine cave among 35,000 bottles, paired with sommelierselected vintages. Reservations: +1 973-827-5996. From $200/person.

Experience

Capriccio Fine Dining (Resorts Casino)

Atlantic City's most elegant fine dining room — Northern Italian cuisine, sterling service, and a legendary Sunday brunch. 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City; +1 609-340-6789. Prix fixe from $120/person.

Experience

Bobby Flay Steak (Borgata)

Celebrity chef steak house serving prime dry-aged beef, signature side dishes, and an extensive wine list. 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City; +1 609-317-1000. Expect $100–$180/person.

Experience

Scalini Fedeli Tasting Menu

Michelin-recognized Northern Italian multi-course tasting experience; staff sommelierpairing available. 63 Main St, Chatham; +1 973-701-9200. From $130/person.

Experience

Cape May MAC Private Victorian House Tour

Private guided tour of select Victorian mansion interiors in Cape May's historic district — interiors not accessible on standard tours. Book via capemaymac.org or +1 609-884-5404. From $75/person.

Experience

Seastreak Luxury Ferry — Sandy Hook to NYC

High-speed catamaran ferry from Sandy Hook/Atlantic Highlands to Midtown and Downtown Manhattan; business-class seats available. +1 212-742-8324. Round-trip from $55.

Spas & wellness

World-class spa retreats and treatments.

Spa

The Spa at Crystal Springs

35,000 sq ft spa with 35 treatment rooms, thermal circuit, hydrotherapy, and a full fitness center; signature Vineyard Body Polish (grape seed and wine-infused)

Spa

The Spa at Borgata

Opulent 54,000 sq ft spa at the Water Club tower; 29 treatment rooms; couples' suites; full-service salon; rooftop pool

Spa

Bella Mia Spa (Cape May)

Boutique spa in a restored Victorian building; deep-tissue massage, sea salt scrubs, and aromatherapy facials

Luxury transport

Travel in style.