You don't have to break the bank taking a costly cruise or spending a night in Manhattan. There are plenty of economical and fun places for a weekend getaway right in the state of New Jersey. From the miles of shoreline to the dozens of campgrounds offering endless activities to enjoy outdoors, New Jersey has it all.
Delaware River Family Campground
A cheap and quiet weekend getaway for those who love nature and the outdoors can be found along the Delaware River. The campground is open from April 1st to October 31st, and a cabin can be rented in the 2010 season for only $85.00 per night for a family of four. A daily tent site costs only $37. Tubes, kayaks, rafts, and canoes may be rented. Other amenities on-site include miniature golf, a basketball and volleyball court, heated swimming pool, and a game room. The Delaware is an excellent place for fishing Delaware River Family Campground 100 Route 46 Delaware, New Jersey 07833 908-475-4517 njcamping.com/delaware
Buckingham Motel
In a shore town where the average hotel room costs close to $200 a night in 2010, this no frills beachfront motel is a great and economical getaway in Cape May. For $95 to $158 per night, it is the cheapest you will find for a great location. Rates reach only as high as $158 in peak season between July 3 and Labor Day. You are able to enjoy the motel for as low as $75 per night in May or June. The motel offers air conditioned rooms, cable TV, off-street parking, daily maid service, microwave, mini fridge, and additional guests at only $10 per person. The motel also ranks number 10 out of 43 hotels on TripAdvisor.com, based on user ratings. Buckingham Motel 1111 Beach Ave. Cape May, NJ 08204 609-884-4073 buckinghammotel.com
The Chelsea Pub and Inn
You don't have to wait around for a sale at one of the casinos to go to Atlantic City. You can stay at Chelsea Pub and Inn year-round starting at $49 per night, as of early 2010. Located only one block from the Boardwalk, the rooms sleep up to four people, and there is a 24-hour pub on-site. Other amenities include free parking, air conditioning, TV, wireless Internet access, DVD player, and a fridge. A continental breakfast on weekdays and a hot breakfast on weekends are included with the room rate, and other meals are available on-site for as low as $5. Well-mannered dogs are welcome, and check-out time is noon. The Chelsea Pub and Inn 8 S. Morris Ave. Atlantic City, NJ 08401 877-291-2848 chelseapubandinn.com
