Clarion Hotel Somerset - New Brunswick

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Clarion
5.3 (151 reviews)
60 Cottontail Lane , Somerset , US
+1 732-339-3251

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Met basic needs for some guests
Affordable / cheap rates (mentioned by multiple reviewers)
Comfortable for some stays
Friendly staff reported in several reviews
Cons:
Under renovation / construction disrupting facilities
Billing errors (double charge) and unhelpful resolution
Room issues: AC not cooling, broken bed, fridge not working
Poor housekeeping / lack of extra towels and exposed wires
Limited or missing amenities: no breakfast, ice machine limited, gym closed, no washcloths

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Several reviewers reported poor maintenance and housekeeping: broken bed, exposed wires, limited/no housekeeping and lack of extra towels, indicating below-standard cleanliness and upkeep.
Service
7.8
Staff were described as nice in some reviews, but there was a significant negative incident with billing where front desk was unhelpful. Overall service is mixed but leans positive on friendliness.
Location
5.3
Standard quality for this hotel tier (location not mentioned in the reviews).
Room Quality
3.8
Multiple room issues reported: AC not cooling initially, broken bed, and a non-working refrigerator — overall room condition rated poorly.
Amenities
3.9
Amenities were frequently impacted by renovation: no breakfast, ice machine only on two floors, gym/other facilities closed, no washcloths — amenities are lacking.
Value for Money
7.8
Some guests described the hotel as cheap/affordable, which is a positive for value; however billing errors (double charge) reduced perceived value for affected guests.
Food and Beverage
4
Breakfast was not available for several guests (or not offered), leading to a below-average score for F&B.
Overall Experience
6.3
Mixed overall: a few guests reported 'perfect' or 'awesome' stays while others reported severe problems (renovation, AC, billing). The aggregate experience is slightly above neutral due to some positive stays but tempered by multiple negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:02

Property Description

Modern Comforts and Convenience

Located near Rutgers University, Clarion Hotel Somerset - New Brunswick offers a relaxing stay with an on-site restaurant and complimentary WiFi. Each room is thoughtfully decorated with a flat-screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee facilities.

Business-Friendly Amenities

Guests can take advantage of the on-site business center, perfect for staying productive while traveling. Whether for work or leisure, the hotel provides the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in American cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Complete your day with a drink at the full-service bar, adding a touch of luxury to your dining experience.

Book your stay at Clarion Hotel Somerset - New Brunswick for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Pet fee is USD 35 per pet, per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EWR

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: Yes
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

5.3
Based on 151 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 7.8
Location: 5.3
Room Quality: 3.8
Amenities: 3.9
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 4
Overall Experience: 6.3
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tai • family_with_children • us
1
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Mary Anne • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

It served our needs

Cons:

Ice machine only on 2 floors.
No breakfast.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Patrice Schurig • solo_traveller • us
4
Probably would not stay again
Pros:

It was cheap

Cons:

Most of the hotel was under construction

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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sandeep • family_with_children • in
9
Perfect stay thanks
Pros:

Awesome stay

Cons:

Nothing all is well

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Lella • couple • us
1
Complete trash
Pros:

Hot as hell did not turn on AC when we entered the room it was 100° did not cool off till the next morning when we left

Cons:

Hot as hell did not turn on AC when we entered the room it was 100° did not cool off till the next morning when we left

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • us
2
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The hotel was under renovation which was not mentioned in the booking. I was told I could not have extra.towels because they did not have housekeeping my bed was broken and there was exposed wires.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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sandeep • family_with_children • in
8
Comfortable and good
Pros:

Comfortable

Cons:

None

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Terry • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
4
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • family_with_children • us
1
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Messemer • couple • us
8
Stay fine, just missed about the double charge I thought would be easy to fix but WAS NOT
Pros:

Didn't eat breakfast

Cons:

Had a billing issue with a previous I s stay . Got billed twice for a second night stay. Was billed %114.02 twice with the same billing number front desk person said it wasn't his problem. I'm out 114.02.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Vinicio • couple • cr
6
Cons:

la refrigeradora no servía

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Jamillah • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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John &. Tammy • couple • us
1
Pros:

Small

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Benner • solo_traveller • us
8
Nice staff just minior things
Pros:

Staff was nice

Cons:

They were under construction so alot of facilities were down i like to use the gym

They didn't have wash clothes so we had to use hand towels to wash up with

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Kamladze • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Нормално

Cons:

Желателно обнавлени интерер

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Liam • family_with_children • us
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

They refused to use any other payment method than a card for a deposit and it was not listed that I even needed to pay an additional $75 deposit until we got to the hotel very inconvenient and couldn’t even get a refund

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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victor • family_with_children • us
7
NOT MUCH TO SAY
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Neciosup Lopez • family_with_children • us
7
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee