Red Carpet Inn - Newark Airport

The rooms were clean and nice, but the restrictions made the stay a headache. I was worried about my car being towed, with police all over the place, and the hotel locked down tighter than Fort Knox. My husband was questioned every time he went outside, including which room he was in, and they kept talking about no visitors. It’s not worth it. There are nicer places where you can move around and have visitors freely.

We were passing through and didn’t know the area, but the strict rules about the car had us worried all night about it being towed. We had to keep a tag visible, and with the snow falling, we were anxious the whole time. The place felt overly locked down and scary, so I probably wouldn’t book again. The room was dated, but we didn’t mind much for one night with two people. We paid extra for a spa bath, but it was just a regular tub. Overall: scary, cheap, clean. That’s it lol.

Reviews of Red Carpet Inn – Newark/Irvington are all over the place. Some people found the rooms clean and roomy, while others mention old decor, limited amenities, and unreliable Wi-Fi. The neighborhood can feel rough, and some guests worry about safety. Staff are sometimes friendly. Its low nightly price and no-frills setup may work for a quick stop, but opinions vary a lot.

The cigarette smell was awful, especially in a room marked no smoking. I checked in, went to the room with the jacuzzi, and left after about five minutes. It was disgusting. Seriously, don't stay here.