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Hotel Description

Beachfront motel near Brant Beach

On the beach

Your stay at this Ship Bottom motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Sandbar Golf and Brant Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Bay Village and Fantasy Island Amusement Park.

Fun at the beach

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a picnic area, and luggage storage are also on offer.

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View (Ocean Breeze)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$120* Per night/room May 31 - Jun 1

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Beach View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Beach View, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View (Ocean Breeze)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel ratings based on 27 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.4 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Everyone (7) Couples (5) Family (18)
4 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 17, 2023

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May 8, 2023 by David

Thank you for your feedback and we look forward to your next stay! Safe Travels

1 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 12, 2023

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May 2, 2023 by David

Sorry you were not happy with your stay- feel free to contact me regarding any specifics you would like to bring to my attention. Safe Travels

4 out of 5
TV was not very responsive...took a very long time to get it started.

Posted by on Oct 20, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 5, 2022 by Brittney

We are sorry you had difficulty with the tv and will look into correcting this error immediately

1 out of 5
First time in LBI and I will never stay in this motel again! It was terrible rooms are outdated, not clean, AC is filthy, morning staff rude but the night shift staff was nice girl name Alix was very sweet. Please don’t waste your money. The only good thing it was right on the beach besides that everything was terrible and they double charged me for the resort fee and I received a refund.

Posted by , from South Plainfield on Aug 28, 2022

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Aug 29, 2022 by Bonnie

Thank you

5 out of 5
Umbrella, chairs and towels for the beach Anthony was great!!

Posted by on Aug 7, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 7, 2022 by Brittney

Thank you for your response! We hope to see you again soon

1 out of 5
This Motel is horrible, very old, not clean I would recommend to stay elsewhere! Alex at reception was very sweet and loved us to a different room but even that room was bad. I will never go back here again!!!!

Posted by , from South Plainfield on Jul 29, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 26, 2022 by Bonnie

Thank you!

3 out of 5
View of the beach was the best part of the hotel. The hotel is dated, but clean. Location was very good. One of the two front office staff at check in was welcoming. Even upon check out, not even a "thank you" for staying with us was uttered by the front office staff.

Posted by on May 2, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 2, 2022 by Rachel

Dear Nancy, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, although its difficult to hear the not so good stuff we appreciate you sharing your experience so that we can improve moving forward. Thank You, Rachel.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 1, 2022

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3 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 5, 2021

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5 out of 5
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Posted by on Jul 7, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 9, 2021 by Bonnie

Thank you! We appreciate you staying with us!

About the Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Location 119 E 9th St, Beach Haven, NJ 08008

Property Features

As a guest of Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and an elevator. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. This Beach Haven motel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Beach Haven motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Fishing on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding on site
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

In order to rent a room a person has to be 21 years of age. with proof of identity.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 per room (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).

  • Annual carbon offsets
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Security system
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 21.24 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • In-room coffee

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.