JOSHUA took care of us said check in and really gives such great service and kindness…read more I really enjoyed our room. It gave more opportunity to see the sweet view of the pool and the river on the way to my hallway. It really is a special place. For dining I had to eat at the hotel restaurant and be cared for by Patrick and Eileen. Fabled service. It's like a dream and a beautiful old musical. Just lighthearted ease and care for the guests and the lovely camaraderie too. It is a special place. I sleep so well when I'm here. I enjoy my bed and the blankets and I had six pillows on my bed. All perfectly fluffy. I feel like I'm sleeping on a cloud. I sleep well in my dreams are the best. Restful. Blissful. Again the views of the river are so beautiful in the clouds also. It really is always a beautiful day when you stay here at the Molly Pitcher Inn.

I had the best views and great diner, teriyaki short ribs and the mushroom risotto was…read morefantastic!!! The outdoor water views were great, service friendly and the tables outdoors are metal outdoor to complement the summer time outdoor dining vibe. I ordered a risotto to go too!!! I'm going for the seafood pot pie next time.

We come every year for Easter. The food is pretty good for a buffet. It has a great variety of…read moreitems. The salad selection is always fresh and delicious. The dessert table is so good. There are always beautiful flowers and the fact that the ocean and wooden walk way is across the street for an after brunch stroll is great when the weather permits.

We've been going to the Breakers restaurant every Sunday for years. I generally enjoy the view and…read morethe fact that the dining room is never crowded. This year my wife and I decided to attend the Easter Sunday Buffet. The variety and quality of the food was good. What ruined the whole experience was the 20% gratuity tacked onto the bill. I have never heard of a 20% gratuity on a buffet for a table of two. As other reviewers note, the decor and the carpet which needs to be changed can be overlooked. However the greed cannot be overlooked. There are other fine restaurants that deserve my patronage.

Had a good stay here at the ocean vista. The staff were friendly and helpful as well as the house…read moredog maverick! The room we had was spacious and clean as well as furnished with antiques. There were ample amounts of towels provided as well as soap. It was very close to the beach and they sell discounted passes here!

Found a lovely room here in August days before trip planned. They set up a little bed for my son -…read morevery cute. Not to mention the special band-aids when he got cut... and 100 other kid friendly moments. The four stories of this beautiful old mansion look right over the ocean. As in, you can throw a ball into the ocean from your room. Pluses - tons of little amenities. Plenty of towels, basket downstairs of shampoo/towels for post-beach shower even after check out, small library , fun and funky art on walls, laid-back and young, fun staff; dog Roscoe who hangs out, 100 nooks and crannies, both indoors and out, to hang out. Yogurts, various pastries and coffee/juice included. Towels for beach and big quilts if you want them. Just a great wraparound service place at the beach. The air conditioner is ice cold for those who need it, and they have a cool system where you put a little cap into the vent and you can block the air as well. Easy! Cons- The bed was not awful, but one of the less comfortable beds I've slept on in a lodging I've paid for. Also, no bathtubs. But I didn't ask. Oh, and if you go on Sunday, be aware that in this believin' town, the beaches are closed til post-worship 12:30 pm. Next time, I'd book earlier, skip the ocean view, and get the room with shared bath- that would be a real steal at the Ocean Vista! Will be back...

Such a romantic place! We had 2 rooms on the 2nd floor. A corner private balcony looking over the…read moreocean & down the street. Plus another entrance to a common balcony w a view of the ocean head on. The kindest family run business! Angie, Lala, Chris, Grandpa were all very kind & went out of there way to make your time there special. They always had candy in a bowl when we'd arrive back "home" in the evening. We had 2 refrigerators, 2 sinks & a most comfortable 4 poster stunning bed. Lots of towels to use. And they offered beach passes at a great disct vs paying on the beach. You can't use a scooter in Ocean Grove but you can in Asbury Park. Tho everyone rides bikes in O.G. If u want to RENT a bike, go to the Hardware Store on Main St, right off Atlantic Ave. It's a fabulous way to ride thru all the little towns. Also, the walk to the water wasn't that far from the Hotel. Which by the way has tremendous history as does so many of the towns & buildings. We stopped at Miss Elli for the most fabulous jewelry & hats & all things fabulous! The Balingdon B&B was astounding dinghy! They overnited our charger! I hurt my ankle & they went above & beyond!

Stunning place with a stunning view. Friendly accommodating owners and staff. Perfect getaway.read more

In mid-June, my husband and I took a little trip down to the seashore to just get away…read more We had recently lost our beloved pet, our Celtic Creme; a toy poOdle who shared her life with us for 18 1/2 wonderful years. Celtie loved life and brought so much to our lives. We needed to smell that ocean air, feel that warm ocean breeze across our faces... and reflect on our life together with Celtie... those 'special memories' of Celtie with us ~ at the seashore! Staying at the Shawmont Hotel, with that beautiful view of the ocean, was so peaceful. Joanna, the manager, efficiently had everything in place for us and her staff are wonderful people. Susan, who is such a beautiful person. Lisa, who has such compassion for people who have experienced a great loss with a loving pet, offered us a site to go on to for healing: Rainbow Bridge. It is a beautiful site and is indeed helping us. Katherine, Eileen, the night manager, and anyone who sits at that front desk is a joy to speak with. We also would like to commend their helpful and extremely friendly housekeeping staff. We'll be returning in August and look forward to another pleasant vacation. The Shawmont Hotel is not only a beautiful setting with an ocean view... it's filled with wonderful people who care about your stay. Marianne and William Bird (Celtie's mom and dad) Nutley, NJ

We got very lucky with getting a parking spot right in front! Saw many people driving around…read morelooking for parking.... The room was very clean and the cleaning lady was super nice! This place promotes itself as being family friendly, but our experience was far from that. We are a family of 6. Rented two rooms. We came for Bridgefest weekend and for 3 of us to be baptized in the ocean. That was wonderful and memorable! However, or experience at this hotel was not wonderful. We were nagged by the staff about noise level, even in the middle of the day. They couldn't just tell the other guests that they had spoken to us? No, they had to keep reminding me. The kids were well behaved and just excited to be there! There were no other young children that we saw staying there. As soon as we were baptized I came back to the room, and was reminded again about the noise level in the middle of the day when it was pouring outside. We packed up and checked out a day early knowing that we were going to be stuck inside playing board games the rest of the night. I've never paid so much for two hotel rooms for 2 days and 1 night. If you are looking for a place to stay with young children, look somewhere else.

Wow, the Johnson House is amazing. An adorable bed and breakfast ran by a couple whose family has…read moreowned the house for years, this spot is perfect for a couples weekend or a group trip. The house is beautiful and in an amazing neighborhood, just a block from the beach. There are many rooms - ours had a queen sized bed and three twins so great for a group or family. The deck is the perfect spot to take your breakfast in the morning, which is included in your cost. Breakfast had cereal, juice, coffee, some fruit, and hand baked scones. The owners really take pride in their hospitality.

My family and I have been coming here for a long time it is fantastic! Super clean, nice linens,…read morebeautiful rooms. Lots of yummy stuff for breakfast. Beach passes, chairs, umbrellas, bikes included. Helynn and Joe are friendly folks who offer great service and great suggestions for dinner and things to do. A block from the beach! Spring Lake has a wonderful downtown.

The Man and I stayed at the Atlantic View Inn for the 4th of July weekend, and our stay was…read moreabsolutely lovely (despite the unseasonably lousy weather). Our room, the common areas, the verandah, the breakfast, and the hospitality were all outstanding. I couldn't have been more pleased. Our room, the Savannah, was one of the smallest in the Inn but it was still surprisingly spacious, tastefully decorated, and thoughtfully appointed. The mini-fridge was a nice touch (we stocked it with club soda and wine); the shower had plenty of water pressure and hot water; towels were fluffy and plentiful; bedding was comfortable with a pillow top mattress, lots of pillows, a summer-weight down duvet and fresh cotton sheets. Although the room offered air conditioning, we opted for open windows and the ceiling fan. The basket of magazines and bookshelf of paperbacks in the upstairs hall was a stroke of hospitality genius. Ditto the fresh-baked cookies in the dining room in the afternoon... and the cold bottled water for the beach. These small mindful touches were very much appreciated. A number of very nice amenities were available, including loaner bikes, free beach towels, chairs and badges. The hosts, Chris and Debbie, were thoughtful, friendly and unobtrusive. They made us feel absolutely welcome and comfortable without overwhelming us. The full breakfast was fresh, yummy and plentiful -- and served at a human hour (9am - 10am). For early risers, the coffeepot is perking by 6:30am. We plan to visit again and I absolutely recommend the Atlantic View Inn to anyone looking for a relaxing beach-side stay at the Shore.

I stayed at the Atlantic View Inn for a local wedding at Avon-by-the-Sea, and I was just thrilled…read morewith my experience. The inn's location is quite close to the Bradley Beach NJ Transit Train Station, and it is just half a block from the beach, so most of the rooms have views of the Atlantic Ocean (mine did!). The innkeepers and owners are so charming and friendly, and they really want to make sure everyone has a good visit to the shore. Though I only stayed one night in the Cape May room on the 3rd floor, I really enjoyed my time at the inn. I loved the huge wrap-around porch and the comfortable homey feeling in the main living area. I also really appreciated that they had "Shared Book" shelves all around the inn on every floor.

So disappointed in the shape the property was in for the price. Over $350. off season for 1 night…read more You could smell the mold in the hall ways. You also couldn't enjoy having the windows open because of the mold in the sills. I asked for new sheets as mine looked disheveled under the bed spread that had stains on it. I hope they get it together as it's a beautiful old building in a quant town.

This is such a lovely place to stay! I'm so glad I found The Quaker Inn and made a beach vacation…read moreout of visiting a friend's hometown for an engagement party. The innkeeper I spoke to when I made my reservation (I called before doing so since I had a few questions) was very helpful and patient. I believe his name was Kevin. The weekend I stayed there, Jeremy was on duty and he was very helpful and courteous. Our room was lovely and our bathroom was huge. The porches on multiple levels are so nice and a great spot to relax. We paid such a great price for being so close to the beach and on a main street of town. They have AC too, which is really nice and not found in every older house/inn around town. I hope to return to The Quaker Inn and explore more of Ocean Grove!