I wanted to provide a review of the Compassion Cafe LBI that is held Monday - Thursday from 7am -…read more11am at The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club. Compassion Cafe seeks the integration of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through hands-on training and employment in a small coffee shop environment. By providing meaningful, paid employment for teens and adults with special needs, our employees will gain independence, self-confidence, and work skills for a successful future. WHAT an incredible and moving idea. The cold brew was PERFECT and I was even able to take away some dog treats that my doggers will enjoy. It was so nice to be able to meet some of the employees, support a great cause and enjoy some delicious coffee. Kudos to Sea Shell for hosting this cafe for the 2025 season!

Great place to eat and relax when you come to LBI. Food and service is excellent and they have two…read morebars. Great if you stay in beach next to lifeguard and bathrooms location which is convenient. Live music and plenty of shaded seating. Definitely recommend. Great for large groups or small children at well.

I was there for dinner ! After 2 years of trying to sit in the garden area ,, we finally made it…read morehappen ! It is usually 5 stars but being in the garden area for for dinner made it 10 stars !! It was like a magical oasis Kate to care of us and was so lovely ! She gave us great recommendations and you can tell She loves working there !! Look forward to returning See you soon THE GABLE !!!!

Expectations fell short of reality at The Gables... Charming indeed, but not when crammed into a…read morelackluster tight corner of a very loud conservatory/solarium section of the inn. Larger noisy party table overwhelmed the space and we paid the price, literally. Unfortunately, the difficult decibel level, several food faux pas and mediocre service were enough to not return.

I don't get this place. The food is super expensive while the quality and service both are below…read moreaverage! We went on a "off peak" time and waited quite a bit of time for food and drinks. The server was overwhelmed and kept making mistakes or forgetting what to bring. We got a combo of clams (decent), Salmon (disappointing), sea scallops with angel hair (overcooked pasta and flavorless) and a couple of kids meals (average). Place is really tight so forget about personal space. I get that the place is near the ocean but one and done with this spot.

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.

This is actually now called The Hideaway. We loved our stay here this past August - fantastic…read moremodern amenities in the room, down to the lighted bathroom mirror and the fragrance oil sticks. And the rooftop deck with almost a 360* ocean view is not to be beat - fabulous!! Yummy coffee cake too for breakfast.

Now known as the Hideaway...we have stayed here 3 times...and we absolutely love it!!!…read moreLocation...perfect...rooms...clean...updated (love the new dressers!!!) Staff...friendly...helpful...just amazing. (Jordan...Eugene especially!) ...Dominick...no words but a gentleman and a great Manager who is a true asset to the Hideaway! We will never stay anywhere else!!! Thanks for an amazing week!!!

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.

I decided to stay here in the off season for 5 nights. I usually stay in the summer, and have a…read moregood time, so I figured I'd try it out in the fall when the area was calmer and quieter. The site said "The seasonal pool will be open from April to November." This was a big plus to me as, unlike Engleside, Hydrangea House, and many other accommodations in Beach Haven where I've also stayed, this hotel's not too near any of the towns hot spots. It equaled out to about $577 per night for my 5-night stay. Upon arrival I was very disappointed to see that the bar/restaurant was closed for the season. I then approached the check-in desk and the person at the counter told me "We closed the pool this week." I asked, "What about the hot tub?" She replied, "That's closed too." I then asked why the rates are pretty much the same as the summer rates even though much of the hotel's facilities were not in operation, but was told those are just the rates. There were some very loud weddings / private parties in the bar/restaurant, the one that was closed and unavailable to paying hotel guests. At night, in my room, the jazz-type music was at an incredibly high volume and unpleasant to listen to. Around noon one day there was loud pounding on my door, too immediately followed by, what sounded like, someone using an access key for my door lock. I opened the door and the guy just looked at me rather than identifying himself and what he wanted. I'm like, "What?" He then looks over my shoulder gazing around the room and before saying something akin to, "With the stormy weather, we're checking on the guests and the rooms." I thought the whole incident was weird, and that the gentleman should have knocked gentler, gave me an opportunity to get to the door from my bed, and should have also immediately identified himself as hotel personnel, rather than leave me feeling like I might be dealing with Norman Bates. I later asked at the desk to see if he was legit and the lady replied, "Oh, that's my fault."? On the upside, the hotel is clean and the people working there are nice, but they should update their website rather than letting people believe that the pool/hot tub and bar/restaurant are open, and they should also adjust their pricing accordingly when these amenities are not going to be available. It seemed a bait-and-switch, the site's obvious (and, as of today, the site's still continued) misrepresentation of reality. It is way over-priced for just a bed, a view of the ocean, and a night's sleep. This is the first time I've been VERY disappointed in this place, and I've been there several times.

my wife and I have been going to the Victorian for years. unfortunately the old innkeepers retired…read morelast year. the format is now a host less empty house that has lost all of its charm. Although the omnipresent "you are under video surveillance" signs gives a warm and fuzzy feeling. the neighboring property is no longer used as an inn and the pool is no longer available breakfast is no longer served. We won't be returning.

Enjoyed a wonderful stay at this B&B for 3 nights during Memorial Day weekend. John & Judy were…read morecharming, informative, & great hosts. We stayed in Room 2 - the largest room with a private porch & bathroom. Room was spacious enough for us & the towels in the room were nice & large. Wonderful buffet breakfast was enjoyed by us each day with a lot of great choices. We enjoyed eating breakfast on the main porch watching everything go by. Loved that the inn provided so many conveniences - beach chairs, towels, beach bag, bicycles, & bottled water! The location is excellent - you can walk easily to the beach or to restaurants, bars, or many ice cream places! Excellent place to stay when vacationing on LBI!!

The motel is old; needs updating. The tvs are microscopic and offer not many channels. Cable would…read morebe an upgrade. The beds aren't comfy. It takes forever for hot water in the rooms. The a/c is a window unit. The pool is nice. It's kept clean. The office staff are super nice. I'm a fan it's just way outdated and for the price it's hard to swallow.

I decided on 2 stars. For location and price. This hotel is steps from the beach and close to the…read moremain drag with all the shopping and restaurants. Super convenient. They also don't charge per night what other hotels on the same row charge... if you stay in a standard pool side room it is much less than the others. However , next year , I will probably bite the bullet and pay more. First of all , we booked in March and we were told we could have a second floor standard room. At that time , the person that had communicated my booking to me never told me that that wasn't guaranteed. The day before our check-in we were told that we had to be moved to a first floor standard room, and that floor choices were not guaranteed. That was the first thing that happened that turn us off to this place. But what choice did we have? NONE. So we gracefully said "OK no problem". The first night , I noticed stains on my sheets. Right where I have to put my face. Lovely. Also . The room is extremely, damp ! Everything feels wet all of the time. I believe it is due to the fact that the bathroom doesn't have a fan , which I understand isn't necessary if you have a window in the bathroom, but I think at a beachfront hotel should have a fan in the bathroom to prevent the dampness. And because it is so damp , there is mold on the blinds in the bathroom. Shown in picture. Anyway - the furniture is all chewed up underneath- also due to dampness. I drop something on the floor and had to look under the bed for it, and it was certainly a sight to see.! don't look under the bed just ignore it They only give you 3 flat pillows per bed. You can ask for more but every pillow is flat. And when the woman brought it out to me, I'm not even sure if she had washed her hands before touching the pillow, and she had the pillow snuggled up against her chest when she carried it out It smelled like her perfume, and I wasn't happy with that. The towels have stains and are very thin and rough! The staff was rude and not friendly. I will probably never stay here again. Sorry

5 star experience from booking through checkout. The epitome of a B&B in beautiful Beach Haven…read more The cleanliness and Covid-related protocols should get 10 stars, they have probably spent a small fortune to make you feel like your health is a priority - from the retro fridges in the rooms, to the fogging, masks, temp scan upon check in, they did their part! Love this place, we will keep coming back as long as they will have us!

We have stayed at this perfect inn several times and it never fails to provide the perfect getaway!…read moreStarting by being located steps from the beautiful ocean beach, the rooms are beautiful. The common areas are all well appointed and very welcoming. The inn provides all you need for a perfect beach vacation including bikes, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, towels, ice for coolers and anything else you could need or want. The breakfasts are truly amazing and are different every day. The breakfast will never disappoint! Betty and Merle are the perfect hosts and are totally committed to making your stay unforgettable. Don't hesitate to stay with them!

We loved staying here! The room was very spacious and the owner and family were so kind and…read moreaccommodating. We had a view of the dunes and ocean from our room and a nice little deck seating area with a table and chairs. The self-serve coffee bar and ice machines saved us from having to go to a coffee shop every morning so that was a definite plus! There's a small deli/convenience store within walking distance where you can get baked goods and other foods and an ice cream shop with bike rentals a bit further away but still manageable. The beach entrance was right across the street from our parking lot! It is a short drive to liquor and grocery stores as well as the hustle and bustle of the mom and pop shops and arcade/amusements for the kids. We will definitely be visiting again!

My fiancee and I spent a romantic weekend at Hurley's Inn it was amazing from the moment we…read morearrived. The accomodations were impeccable and the dedication from the Inn's owners was by far nothing short of excellent. We both decided, this is our home away from home! We look forward to our next visit as it truly is the gem of Long Beach Island. On behalf of Donna Saltz and Vince Graziano

Haven't been in years and my family and I had a great time in a casual beach atmosphere with great…read moredrinks, good food and live music. The fried pickles, fish tacos and salads were awesome! If you're looking for an outside place to go in shorts-tshirt and flip flops this is a perfect option.

The rooms are nice and clean. Cleaning staff is so friendly and amazing. I called for more towel,…read morethey came within 2 minutes. Location is great. Right in beach and walking distance to everything. Once we go there we never drive anywhere except to the lighthouse. My only complaint is that if you are looking for a quiet place to relax this isn't it. There is a bar outside that serves food and a club in the hotel. We stayed a few days and Thursday night I was up at 1am bc you can hear constant thumping and music from the club, as well as all the drunks walking through parking lot. I think the club goes Thursday and sat night. The have live music at the outside bar also which was nice not to loud. The beaches were also VERY packed. I have 2 small kids and I would have rather something quieter. It seems to be a popular place to go out for drinks in the area. Will not be going back.