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Horizon Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Avenel with free parking

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Lobby
Vending machine
Staircase
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
The Horizon Inn delivers both warmth and value through its attentive staff. Travelers connect using the in-room WiFi, grab convenient snacks from the vending machine, and benefit from the extended parking options during their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1054 US Highway 1, Avenel, NJ, 07001

What's nearby

  • Woodbridge Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Union County Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Menlo Park Mall - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • The Mills at Jersey Gardens - 13 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Kean University - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Avenel Station - 12 min walk
  • Richmond Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dimsum Seafood - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Horizon Inn

Hotel near a train station
Horizon Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Horizon Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Horizon Avenel
Horizon Inn
Horizon Inn Avenel
Horizon Inn Hotel
Horizon Inn Avenel
Horizon Inn Hotel Avenel

Frequently asked questions

Is Horizon Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Horizon Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Horizon Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Horizon Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Horizon Inn located?

Situated in Avenel, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Union County Performing Arts Center and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Woodbridge Center. Woodbridge Community Center and Lake Chateau Banquets are also within 6 mi (10 km). Avenel Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Horizon Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 753 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was a great addition to an already spacious room. It is a good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shanica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi was fun
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price, spacious and clean room. Staff helpful and pleasant,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jilliam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room set up is so nice love the jacuzzi and customer service is superior
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect low key place for a night’s stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It a safe place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay i definitely will recommend to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view isn't the best but if you just want a quiet place to relax (and an in room Jacuzzi tub), with fridge, microwave, dining table, and work desk, nearby restaurants that deliver, this is your place. One of the best appointed hotel rooms I've ever stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will come back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amszing!

Amazing motel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this location are amazing will help you with anything just ask. The room was the cleanest room I have ever been in. The spa tub after a long day in the city was amazing to relax. Train station is twelve minute walk from the hotel. I recommend this hotel to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stained sheet was on the bed under the spread.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great Customer service and very clean 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aristole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot clean enjoyed my stay would definitely come
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it here great place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. I recommend it if you are looking for a place to stay outside NYC that doesn't break the bank.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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