American Hotel

3.5 star property

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a building with a sign reading "AMERICAN HOTEL".
A building with a covered entrance, a small Christmas tree, and a sign for 'Cafe Zorro'.
Banquet hall
2 bars/lounges
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 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, DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Monmouth County Historical Association Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

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

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Freehold

American Hotel places you next to DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo and within a 15-minute walk of Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage. The 20 rooms at this 3.5-star hotel include refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Superior Court of New Jersey Monmouth Vicinage - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Monmouth County Historical Association Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Monmouth Battlefield State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • ParkStage - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • New Brunswick Jersey Ave Station - 33 min drive
  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artis Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mateo’s Pizza and Italian Cuisine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Federici's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Golden Taste - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Freehold Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

American Hotel

At American Hotel, guests enjoy features like meeting rooms, conference space, and wedding services. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a fireplace in the lobby.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Self parking

These are all of the 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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.

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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to American Hotel?

This hotel is located in Freehold, just steps from DowntownFreehold.com Gazebo. You'll also find iPlay America and Freehold Raceway Mall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at American Hotel?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Hotel on Jul 9, 2026 start from $190, including 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.

Is parking available on site at American Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does American Hotel have a casino?

No, American Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at American Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is American Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and bathrobes as well as a restaurant.

Does American Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does American Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, American Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will American Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at American Hotel.

Does American Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

What is the closest airport to American Hotel?

The closest major airport to American Hotel is Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive), which is 13.6 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Princeton, NJ (PCT), which is located 28.8 mi away (56-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at American Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at American Hotel.

Does American Hotel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at American Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

American Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great as well as the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Joey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room great staff ..nostalgia abe lincoln stayed here in 1841 so cool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with lots of restaurants in walking distancw
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Felice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel great staff great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great room, great staff and they got me through the blizzard of Feb 2026.
The parking lot in the back. Totally snowed in on Monday. No problem getting out on Tuesday 2 feet of snow!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room. It was roomy and clean! Bartender was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is charming, and the room was spotless. The restaurant and bar are lively, food is good. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DeCesare

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place, Artie the bartender was awesome and Moe our waiter was the best!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on Main Street. Close to dining and night life. Clean rooms, nice bathrooms. Staff is first rate.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, good food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love the stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was clean and warm. There were many dining options nearby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cozy place to spend some pre Christmas time. It even snowed and turned the area into a winter wonderland. I would stay there again and again…
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, rooms & bar. Good rate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic boutique hotel. Very convenient to local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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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
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was extremely busy and noisy. Guests returned to their rooms after midnight, slamming doors which weren't soft close.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Staff were phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025