Homewood Suites East Rutherford — Score 9.1, Highest in Meadowlands with Kitchen Suites and Free Breakfast

In a cluster of hotels that all sit within a few kilometres of MetLife Stadium, a score of 9.1 stands out clearly. That number comes from over 506 guests on Booking.com and Expedia, and the reasons repeat across the reviews with unusual consistency: staff who go noticeably further than expected, and rooms that actually work as living space rather than just somewhere to sleep. For anyone attending multiple World Cup 2026 matches at MetLife — staying more than one night, travelling with a group, or simply wanting to keep costs under control across a full week — those two things matter a great deal.

The Homewood Suites brand builds its entire proposition around the fact that every room is a suite with a kitchen included — no standard rooms, no upgrades required. Each layout comes with a small stovetop, refrigerator and sink. That means you can stock the fridge from a nearby store rather than paying restaurant prices for every meal. The Studio Suite (Queen) starts at around $158–195 per night (≈ ฿5,500+). The One-Bedroom Suite runs $195–260 and adds a separate living room — worth considering for a two-person trip where you want genuine space to relax after a match rather than sitting on the edge of a bed. The Two-Bedroom Suite goes $280–380 and works well for groups or families. One tip worth passing on: if you are travelling as a pair, the One-Bedroom Suite is the room most guests recommend. The separated lounge area makes the end of a long match day considerably more comfortable.

Beyond the kitchen, the package here is solid across the board. Free hot breakfast is served every morning — not just pastries and coffee, but a proper rotating hot spread. There is an indoor pool open year-round regardless of New Jersey weather. Free Wi-Fi in every room. Free parking — a meaningful perk in this area where other hotels charge separately for it and stadium parking costs considerably more on match days. A fitness center is available for those wanting to work out before or after a day at the ground. The combination of these inclusions is the main reason the value score from guests runs as high as the overall score.

On location — the hotel sits in East Rutherford, NJ in the Meadowlands area, approximately 3 km from MetLife Stadium. The hotel operates a shuttle to the stadium at $10 per person each way. Alternatively, NJ Transit bus service connects the area to both the stadium and Manhattan. For guests driving from New York or surrounding states, free hotel parking makes a practical combination: drive to the hotel, use the shuttle to the ground, and avoid stadium parking charges entirely. Manhattan (Midtown) is roughly 20–30 minutes by road or bus, keeping the city accessible without being locked into an expensive Manhattan hotel.

A few things worth knowing honestly before you book. Some reviews describe the rooms and bathrooms as feeling dated — the finishes are not fresh and the property has not had a full renovation recently. Clean and functional, but not stylish. Rooms facing Route RT-17 carry noticeable road noise — if you sleep lightly, ask for an interior-facing room at check-in, which resolves the issue. The stadium shuttle operates with a single vehicle, meaning queues build quickly after matches end. Either alert the front desk ahead of time, or keep a rideshare app open as backup for the post-match return.

The honest summary is straightforward: Homewood Suites East Rutherford offers the best guest satisfaction score among Meadowlands hotels, every room includes a kitchen, breakfast is free every morning, parking is free, and there is a stadium shuttle. Over 500 guests have given that combination a 9.1 rating. It is best suited to groups, families and couples staying multiple nights — people for whom the kitchen and included breakfast translate directly into savings. If you want a hotel with genuinely new interiors, or need to be within walking distance of the stadium, other options in the area may suit better.