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The Forum

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near OC Waterpark

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area | 50-inch TV with cable channels
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Deluxe Family Apartment | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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800-814 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, OC Waterpark
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playland's Castaway Cove
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Queen Beds - Pool View

2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Beds - Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment Upper

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Apartment | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment Lower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Premium Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Downtown Ocean City motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of OC Waterpark and 9 miles (15 km) of Atlantic City Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • OC Waterpark - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Atlantic City Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Johnson's Popcorn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Varsity Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Forum

Family-friendly stay near OC Waterpark
The Forum offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly The Forum.

This Ocean City motel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Forum offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at The Forum.

Property is also known as

Forum Inn
Forum Motor
Forum Motor Inn
Forum Motor Inn Ocean City
Forum Motor Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
Forum Motor Hotel Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
The Forum Motel
The Forum Ocean City
The Forum Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Forum to the airport?

The Forum is 14.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forum?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forum on Oct 2, 2025 start from $154.49, 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.

Does The Forum have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Forum.

How close is The Forum to the beach?

This motel is 0.2 mi (1-min drive) from Ocean City Beach and 8.4 mi (23-min drive) from Atlantic City Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Forum offer free breakfast?

The Forum does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Forum?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Tropicana Casino (18-min drive) and Caesars Atlantic City Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Forum?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Forum?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does The Forum have a pool?

The Forum features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does The Forum have a restaurant?

The Forum is home to FROSTED, which features pool views and light fare.

Does The Forum have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Forum to downtown Ocean City?

The Forum is 0.1 mi away from Ocean City.

The Forum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 735 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice, updated and modern. The location was prime, easily walkable to beach, boardwalk, restaurants. You also get beach tags included with your stay which is nice! The stacked parking is a little tough. You either have to be blocked in or leave your keys with the staff. Ended up parking at a nearby lot to be able to use my car during the stay. We did the online check-in but never received the room code and needed to find someone, but we arrived later in the evening and the only employee was doing work at the pool. Overall would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah, Downingtown

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Forum before and stayed again because of it's cleanliness. It was equally clean this time. The rooms have been renovated and are very nice. The only problem is that when they renovated - they did not have the window curtain cover the window completely. There is a 10 inch gap where the light from the balcony comes in at night right on the pillow all night. At 6:00am the sun pours right onto the pillow. At the other side of the window there is a gap of about 6 inches where anyone walking by can see in - not good if you want to get changed in privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Staff & service
We loved it was close walking to the beach. The "motel" was old, and outdated for the price. The pictures made it look much better than it was. Thankfully, we were only there for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a nice, clean and friendly place to stay. Even though we only stayed for one night, we really enjoyed our stay. The staff at the front desk was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The deluxe heated pool was not heated at all. When informed of this the staff was no help. https://www.theforumocnj.com/hotel-amenities No heated pool. It was the whole reason we booked there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shayla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for kids and walkable to boardwalk. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaynie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were in town just one night and just needed somewhere simple to stay. This was so perfect! Room was well kept, clean, with a beautiful shower. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, close walk to boardwalk and to a cafe for breakfast, nice and clean hotel with friendly staff who followed up each day to assure good services
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Desiree, Moorestown

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old motel superficially redone with no electricity to one side of the room. Too expensive for poor quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I LOVED my stay. The family suite was even better than the pictures. What a gem of a place. The staff (Kamur and Chuck especially) were kind and helpful. They both went out of their way for me. I can’t say enough about this place or the staff… i was so sad to leave!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend!!!

Amazing! From check in to check out not a single complaint!!! Super friendly staff. Gave my little guy a welcome gift upon arrival. Older building BUT super clean, updated room. Lots of pillows (which never happens). Actual water pressure! First hotel stay that I actually walked barefoot in the room, that’s how spotless the rooms were. Offered a discount to extend our stay a day, wish we could have. Board walk was right up the street. Everything was within walking distance, we never needed to move the car the entire stay. Top Notch Place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANETTE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a little bit overpriced of what they offer but the place is close to the to the beach. It’s easy parking. We always stay there every summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024