Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal (Royal Caribbean / Celebrity) Near Cape Liberty Cruise Port
Drop-off directions, parking info, check-in tips, and ships sailing from Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal (Royal Caribbean / Celebrity) at Cape Liberty Cruise Port.
Drop-Off & Parking
Drop-Off
Take the NJ Turnpike to Exit 14A, then follow Route 440 South to Port Terminal Blvd. Turn left and continue past the guard gate — follow signs to the cruise terminal. Drop luggage curbside with porters (tip $2-3 per bag), then proceed to the parking garage.
Parking
The on-site parking garage is $35/day, cash and credit cards accepted. No reservation needed — parking is guaranteed. The garage has a 7'4" height restriction; oversized vehicles park in the adjacent open lot at double the rate. Off-site options like Rightway Parking start around $9/day with free shuttle service.
Check-In Tips
- Complete Royal Caribbean or Celebrity online check-in and download your boarding pass to the cruise line app before arrival
- Bring a government-issued photo ID and passport (international sailings require a passport)
- Arrive during your assigned check-in window to avoid long lines
- The terminal has Manhattan skyline views from the waiting area — grab a window seat
Ships at This Terminal
Last-Minute Needs
There are no shops inside the terminal. Stop at ShopRite or CVS on Broadway in Bayonne before heading to the port. The closest options are about 10 minutes away.
Nearby Restaurants
Hudson Hall
Huge smokehouse and biergarten in Jersey City — long tables, smoked meats, and a kids menu that actually delivers
$$ · 15 min from port
Rumba Cubana
Festive Cuban spot in Jersey City where kids eat free on weekdays and meals come in paper cars
$$ · 15 min from port
Left Bank Burger Bar
Hip Jersey City burger joint with crayons, coloring books, and burgers that satisfy every age group
$$ · 18 min from port
Broadway Diner
Classic Jersey diner right near the port — pancakes, omelets, and bottomless coffee at family-friendly prices
$ · 8 min from port
Nearby Hotels
Hyatt House Jersey City
All-suite hotel with full kitchens — perfect for families who need space and snack prep
$$-$$$ · 15 min drive
Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Airport
All-suite hotel with free made-to-order breakfast and evening reception — Park & Cruise packages available
$$ · 20 min drive
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Airport
Spacious suites near the airport with free breakfast — great value for cruise families
$$ · 20 min drive
Hampton Inn & Suites Newark-Harrison-Riverwalk
Budget-friendly suites with free breakfast and a riverside location — solid family value
$$ · 18 min drive
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