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American Hotel

3.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
2 bars/lounges
Lobby sitting area
Front of property – evening/night
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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18-20 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, 07728
  • Place, Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Monmouth County Historical Association Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Freehold Raceway Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Bathroom

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Freehold

A stay at American Hotel places you in the heart of Freehold, within a 5-minute drive of Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage and Monmouth Battlefield State Park. .This hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Six Flags Great Adventure and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Seidler's Beach.

What's nearby

  • Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monmouth County Historical Association Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monmouth Battlefield State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Freehold Raceway Mall - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Topgolf Swing Suite - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • New Brunswick Jersey Ave Station - 38 min drive
  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artis Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Federici's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mateo’s Pizza and Italian Cuisine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Agave Mexican Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Texas Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

American Hotel

Hotel in Freehold with bars and a 24-hour front desk
American Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and an elevator. Planning an event in Freehold? This hotel has 3000 square feet (279 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (84 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Self parking
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards

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

American Freehold
American Hotel Freehold
American Hotel Hotel
American Hotel Freehold
American Hotel Hotel Freehold

American Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, good food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delma

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mustafa

Horrible window view. No gym. No breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail J.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love the stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is stunning. I was so impressed with the cleanliness and modernness of the room! Knowing the hotel is a historic building, I did not expect that. I appreciated the friendliness and efficiency of the associate who handled our check in. The parking included is a bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boutique style hotel was a lovely stay for us. Live music and a delicious dinner at the hotel restaurant was also a great addition to our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Always a nice stay, convenient location, friendly staff. The area has changed a bit over the years, with less-than-desirables. They used to serve a continental breakfast, but no more.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic boutique hotel. Very convenient to local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raluca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Our only interacction with staff was at check-in, hotel bar and check-out. Check-in reception was friendly and courteous. The bartender wasn't the most friendliest but he was alone and it did get busy. The room was typical for an old property, the bathroom was great and clean. The mattress was extremely hard. We both woke up with hip and leg pain. In the morning, Sunday June 15th, at around 7:30 i went to the libby to see if they had coffee and asked a gentlemen walking in, probably to start yis shift, and he walked past me without saying a word. Check out was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great. However, I paid for the parking by accident using QR code in the lot. The parking was included in the price. they would not reimburse me for what I spent. $13
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Reed

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lazaro

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The American Hotel in Freehold, NJ, is more than just a place to stay—it’s a living piece of American history beautifully restored for the modern traveler. Originally built in 1824, the hotel has long stood as a central fixture in the heart of downtown Freehold. Its most notable claim to fame is that President Abraham Lincoln stayed here in 1861 while en route to Washington, D.C., making it a site of real historic significance. In 2005—the hotel was given new life thanks to a meticulous and thoughtful $3.5 million renovation. The result is a seamless blend of historic charm and contemporary comfort. From the elegant moldings and classic architecture to the updated guest rooms with modern amenities, every corner of the American Hotel reflects respect for its storied past while catering to today’s expectations. The guest rooms are spacious and beautiful decorated. It also has a stylish on-site restaurant, The Standard, which offers upscale American cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. The hotel also includes spacious banquet rooms ideal for weddings, galas, and community events, making it a centerpiece of Freehold’s downtown life once again. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a weekend traveler, or someone looking to host a memorable event in a one-of-a-kind venue, The American Hotel delivers a truly unique experience. It’s not just a place to stay—it’s a place to connect with the past while enjoying the best of the present.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They charged me a $27 fee for “amenities” such as a “free” welcome drink, parking (which is free on weekdays anyways, WiFi, and a coffee maker (I don’t drink coffee. So I paid $27 to get a “free” drink. That sucks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really sweet hotel, great location and the staff went above and beyond to make you feel welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025