They did the best they could with what they had. The area is rundown, not a whole lot close by, but it is close to the airport. The lobby is nice, staff is friendly, but the place is older, and the rooms are fine enough for a short stay. The hotel is DIRECTLY next to the NJ State prison, and our room has a great view… of the prison yard.
Parking is $21/day, and the road/highway/bridge tolls to drive anywhere are insane, just make sure you’re aware. It was all fine for our short stay with the family (3 kids) because it was close to EWR for a late night international flight, but not great if you are going to vacation in NY or close by.