We had an amazing experience off season (can't afford to come here during the regularly priced…read moreseason) and got a larger room (most are very small) - Room 215. So nice. Teeny tiny fridge and a Keurig in the room. BIG rain shower, Frette sheets, Beekman toiletries and 2 bottles of (included) Fiji water. What a wonderful place.

Drink was good House salad not so much. Didn't eat any of…read moreit. Ranch dressing was sour and gross. Server never came around after we received our food.

We stayed in the family suite, which has 2 rooms (each containing 2 full beds and a full bathroom)…read moreand a kitchenette. There are 4 buildings on the property. Ours was located in the rear of the property (on google earth/maps you will see a giant osprey bird mural on the side). Our building felt as if it was formerly a motel of sorts, probably from the 1950s, or thereabouts. Booking our suite was easy, and we did so through a direct phone call to the hotel itself. A deposit was taken over the phone (the rest due at check-in). Very friendly, patient, and helpful receptionist. We arrived at the check-in time and our room was ready. Lovely front desk area complete with a fresh coffee station, sundries, and souvenirs. Again, friendly and cheerful. All questions answered. Our room was delightful. Having spent my summers in LBI rentals since the 1970s as a toddler, this suite was nostalgic. If you know, you know. Be prepared for a shore rental experience, rather than a standard hotel room. A nostalgic shore rental will be worn and imperfect- having held hundreds of happily sandy families through the years. Our rooms did not smell bad, they smelled like a salty aired rental. It's a familiar smell for the shore. The kitchenette must be original because I haven't seen a diner table and 50s style countertop like that for a long time. Everything in the kitchen was clean. No oven, but a stove. I brought a crock pot. Full fridge (small) with freezer. Silverware (bring soap). No dishwasher. Small microwave. Single pod coffee brewer. No teapot. Pots and pans. Dish rack. No dishwasher towels. There are glasses and plates/bowls. So, you enter into this kitchenette, then into room 1 which adjoins room 2. Like a horseshoe. Each room has a sliding door (screened) balcony overlooking the main parking lot, facing beachside. You cannot see the ocean. It's a quiet parking lot. Our beds were dressed in white sheets, 4 standard pillows per bed, and a white duvet covered thin comforter. Our beds were clean and comfortable. No stains, no hairs, no bugs. The pillows were squishy like feather pillows. The bathrooms are older and have been repeatedly repaired so you will see tile cracks, worn grout, etc. The toilets were clean (one seat had scratches, yet still clean). Sink and tub clean. There aren't any vents in the bathrooms (no A/C, no ceiling ventilation). However, being old-fashioned, there's a tilt window over the tub shower to let steam out. It was effective for us. The bathroom was fully stocked with: 6 towels each, soap bars, large shampoo/conditioner/body-wash (all orange scent), washcloths, and a bath mat. Towels were white, and clean. There aren't any phones in the rooms, so bring your cell chargers. Each room had a brand new screen TV, yet ours weren't programmed to work properly. We just used our laptops and didn't bother asking for help. I did request room service, which includes fresh towels and trash cleaned out. They don't have turned-down bed service if staying for multiple days. We had brand new air conditioners that cooled down quickly. I like my air cold, so this was perfect. The curtains were blackout. No safe. We didn't notice any noise until the last day- sounded like kids above us running around. To be expected. The resort fee included the old-fashioned wooden framed canvas beach chairs and unlimited beach towels. It was nice not to worry about the beach towels and have fresh ones daily. The beach at this location is nice and wide with its classic soft "sugar" sand and sandbars. Our kids had a blast, and we got a much needed relaxing break for 4 days. Can't beat the price. We felt safe, taken care of, and comfortable.

SHIP BOTTOM / LBI: During our day trip to Long Beach Island, we stopped by The Drifting Sands…read moreOceanfront Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of the island, just steps from the beach, dining, shopping, and more. Pups are welcome in the Ocean Breeze and Ocean Front buildings, making it a great pet-friendly option for your stay. For their full pet policy and more info, check out their website.

MY NEW FAVORITE RESTAURANT I've been coming to LBI my whole life and this is the first time we have…read morebeen to The Sea Shell although I can't eat seafood I got the grilled cheese from the kids menu and it was the best tasting grilled cheese ever and all the employees there were amazing. The vibe was super beachy and fun and you could walk to the beach from there I absolutely loved it.

We used to love to come here on a Sunday or Monday for the specials they had. We would not come…read morehere again. Did not have a great experience. The place is officially dead to us. All the joy and positive energy is gone. If you love seafood, go to Harvey Cedars. I would also recommend Ship bottom Seafood.

Great location and great staff but definitely in need of an upgrade. Bathroom was a bit scary and…read morebathroom fan was way too loud. Can't recommend unless you're looking for a real bargain and don't care about your accommodations. Only book if you get a rock bottom price, which I got. However we won't be visiting again unless they update the rooms and bathrooms.

The Windward is a hidden gem on LBI! David, Kaori and the entire staff are so kind and extremely…read morecommunicative and accommodating. Its location is prime and walkable to all the best restaurants and shops. The entire place is so charming and cute and the rooms we got were so clean and spacious. We will absolutely come back here! Highly recommend

The Gables is one of those very romantic spots on the island that has the right mix of ambiance,…read moreflare, character and floral touches that set it apart from almost every other restaurant on the island. We regard it the spot to go to when we are at LBI for our Anniversary or special dinner and we have done so several times. We were there in August of '25 and had great seats outside by the walk, although it is a beautiful setting you are right across from a popular ice cream store that gets very busy and loud with folks and children peering in to see what you are eating. Beach Haven is tough for parking as well and I had to walk two blocks to make it back to the restaurant. All said, if you are looking for a romantic special dinner spot, the Gables should be on your list but bring your wallet it is Prix Fixe at $130+ per person, add a bottle of wine and you have a $400 meal for two.

What an experience! From the food to the ambience to the service, everything was spectacular…read more I was served some of the freshest and definitely the largest muscles I have ever eaten. Perfect restaurant for special occasions or just a nicer night out.

I made a res here for a stay in June 2026. Two weeks AFTER…read morei had my confirmation email in hand, i got an email saying they were going to tack on an add'l resort fee of $50 per day upon check in. What a load of crap. So, i guess confirmaitons mean NOTHING. I cancelled and would never stay here and I will leave reviews all over. Jerks.

Three and a half stars. Not amazing and not terrible…read more We were recently here in the off season for a wedding. Unfortunately this meant that the heated pool, the restaurant and the bar were all closed. Hotel prices should be much cheaper because of this reason, but they aren't. Thankfully, there is a restaurant called Dockside within walking distance on the main boulevard. Rooms are pretty small. Ours had 2 double beds and the area to walk around them is tight. Bathroom area to access the toilet is also tight. You have to enter and squeeze behind the door to close it to access the toilet and we are not large people. The shower stall was nice and big and very clean. It comes with shampoo/conditioner/bath gel in dispensers attached to the shower wall. Blow dryer in the bathroom sink cabinet. There is also an ironing board and iron in the closet. The room looked to be nicely renovated with a coastal and light/bright vibe to it. Everything was clean which is important. The air conditioner was a bit noisy at moments with some rattling but it did the job and didn't keep us awake. There is a mini fridge and a large tv on the wall. The best part is probably the proximity to the beach with easy access.

This review is ONLY for the great time we had playing "Family Trivia" in the bar/restaurant area of…read morethe Surf City Hotel. We had a great time, the service was awesome, the drinks were strong (though expensive) and to top it off...WE WON! Can't say anything about the actual hotel, but we had a blast playing trivia

We came in for lunch and happy hour on a Thursday and really enjoyed our visit. Sofia was a doll…read moreand came with water and offered us drinks and three separate menus including one for specialty cocktails and the happy hour menu that is honored from 3-6 pm. My lovely date and I ordered a 6-pack of clams and oysters and went back for another and another. $3 PBRs sounded fun so I had that while Mrs Me had a lemonade and Tito's special. On top of all that we added street corn and conch fritters and mahi tacos and calamari. Everything came out in a timely fashion and Sofia checked on us just often enough. Loved the live music when we went and would come again for sure.

BEACH HAVEN/LBI: the weather is still great for a trip to LBI and Engleside Inn is a perfect place…read moreto stop for a meal, a fantastic beach view, and you can even stay overnight with your pup! We had fun at The Sand Bar, a seasonal outdoor tiki bar and restaurant with live music and a nice menu. The fried cauliflower is excellent! Pets are allowed to stay at the hotel from the third Monday in September until the second weekend in May. Beach Haven beaches are dog friendly from 9/16-5/14. And the doggy bay beach on Taylor Ave. is confirmed to be open to the pups all-year-round.

We've stayed here a bunch of times. Location is great. Make sure you a get an ocean view room. Only…read moreroom we'd stay in. This is not a four seasons but it's perfect for beach haven. Close enough to walk to just about everything. Here's the issue - the AC works great but is obnoxiously loud and vents onto the balcony. Making half the balcony unusable. Also the hot water is terrible. Over four days, never had a hot shower. It's a real shame because I'd give it five stars but we couldn't get over the noise and lack of hot water.