Nassau Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Princeton University

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Fireplace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Ten Palmer Square East, Princeton, NJ, 08542
  • Place, Princeton University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmer Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, McCarter Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Princeton, NJ (PCT)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 597 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Princeton

Located in Princeton Center, Nassau Inn is next to Palmer Square and Princeton Public Library. This 3.5-star hotel has 188 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Princeton University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palmer Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princeton Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nassau Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • McCarter Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Princeton Junction Station - 10 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small World Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Princeton Public Library - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maruichi Japanese Food & Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maman - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪At Earth’s End Presenting Illy - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Nassau Inn

Hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Princeton University
At Nassau Inn, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect WiFi, wired internet, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free newspapers, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 10.95 per stay); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 10.95 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 1 to 20 for adults and USD 1 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Yankee Doodle

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 1 to 20 for adults, and USD 1 to 20 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 10.95 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 10.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 10.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Nassau Inn
Nassau Inn Princeton
Nassau Princeton
Nassau Hotel Princeton
Nassau Inn Hotel
Nassau Inn Princeton
Nassau Inn Hotel Princeton

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Nassau Inn?

Nassau Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Nassau Inn?

As of Jan 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nassau Inn on Jan 31, 2026 start from $175.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Nassau Inn?

This hotel is situated in Princeton Center, just steps from Palmer Square and Princeton Public Library, and within a short walk of McCarter Theatre. You'll also find Princeton University Stadium and Nassau Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Nassau Inn?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for USD 20 (discounts available).

Does Nassau Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Nassau Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Nassau Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Nassau Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Nassau Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Nassau Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Nassau Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Yankee Doodle.

Will Nassau Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Nassau Inn for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Nassau Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Nassau Inn?

The closest major airport to Nassau Inn is Princeton, NJ (PCT), which is 4.4 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN), which is located 13 mi away (21-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nassau Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Nassau Inn.

Nassau Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 835 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Traveled with family
Staff provided excellent service and the inn offered freeparking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes, as to both. The tap room had wonderful Irish traditional music.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evren

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chenglin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbeatable location

You just can't beat the location. Also has great amenities and a friendly staff. It's a old building, but that just adds to it's charm.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love Nassau Inn. The location is central and it's such a comfotable, homey hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with family
Fantastic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allan, Mathews

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Nassau Inn offers classic accomodations in a historic university town with convenient shopping, dining and access points. This older but quaint property has ample guest rooms to satisfy any criteria, various meeting rooms, dining and bar facilities and is literally surrounded by lovely boutique shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at this property numerous times and cannot wait to stay again! The absolute best all around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Suzana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms have some smell. Ordered mini fridge for the room it wasn’t there when we arrived. It was delivered later.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Riverside

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic hotel with a great front desk staff. Very friendly and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025