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Surfside Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Seaside Heights motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach nearby
Exterior
Balcony
Balcony

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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201 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751
  • Place, Seaside Heights Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Heights Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Casino Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 150 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Seaside Heights

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Seaside Heights motel, you'll be steps from Seaside Heights Beach and a 5-minute walk from Seaside Heights Boardwalk. Funtown Pier and Coin Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seaside Heights Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seaside Heights Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seaside Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Casino Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Breakwater Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beachcomber Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Midway Steak House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Klee's Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Sawmill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spicy Cantina - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Surfside Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Seaside Heights motel
As a guest of Surfside Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Seaside Heights motel.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Surfside Motel offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Seaside Heights motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Surfside Motel Seaside Heights
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Surfside Motel to the airport?

Surfside Motel is 25.3 mi (30-min drive) away from the Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Surfside Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Surfside Motel.

How close is Surfside Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Seaside Heights Beach and 6-minute walk from Seaside Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Surfside Motel offer free breakfast?

Surfside Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surfside Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Surfside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Surfside Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Surfside Motel have a pool?

Surfside Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Surfside Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Surfside Motel to downtown Seaside Heights?

Surfside Motel is 0.4 mi away from Seaside Heights.

Surfside Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 847 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 847 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 847 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 847 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 225 out of 847 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lori

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin or Rita

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

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

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

Best vacation ever

Everything was perfect ..everyone had fun
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaritza

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Suzette

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty!! Horrible!! Gross!! People in pool right outside of our room until 2am. The room was dirty with black permanent marker drawn on it from a child. The bathroom shower was so dirty we had to wear shoes in it! Mismatched unsecured tiles that moved when you walked into the bathroom. If you are more than 175lbs you can’t even fit around the sink to sit on the toilet! I have stayed in older beach motels previously and nothing has ever been as bad as this. From 9pm until 4am the noise was so loud from people sitting out in front of their rooms drinking and carrying on. Oh and to top it off the tvs and WiFi do not work there. Even after complaining to the office nothing was done to correct it. Also the pull out couch for an extra bed smelled like old rotten bear and had throw up stains insideI would never, EVER, recommend this place to anyone!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and worked well for a family having a refrigerator, stove and microwave oven. The location was great and easy to get to the Boardwalk and Beach! The only thing that was a bummer was the refrigerator was not working when we arrived. But, they replaced it quickly with one that was working well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an easy early check in. Very convent to the boardwalk. room a little small but big enough for us. Nice and clean. On site parking is a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting Motel

The woman that checked us in was rude and snippy. We asked for the beach passes and I had to surrender my drivers license. Now I had no ID if I wanted to go to the beach / boardwalk. When we got to our room we really wanted to walk out and ask for a refund. The couch was stained so badly that we asked for a sheet to cover it. The bathroom caulking / grout was filthy. There were long black hairs ( not ours) stuck to the tile on the shower. Clesrly not wiped down from prior guest. Box spring was dirty and ripped. Toilet wouldnt flush and had to be fixed. We rented an efficiency and there were no pans or utensils had we wanted to actually use the stove. The bottom of the sink cabinet was cracked and broken. There was no closet. The floor was dirty and we had to wear flip flops. Housekeeping never came by and we had to keep asking for towels. The most disgusting motel either of us have ever stayed at. We had driven 2-1/2 hrs and there was no other local vacancies. I hope people take this review seriously and avoid booking this dive.
Filthy caulking between shower base and wall.
Hair on shower tile from previous guest
Disgusting box spring
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived Friday Aug 15th when checking in the lady at the front desk was amazing so nice and funny loved her! Even tho the place can use some updates, was very clean and smelled nice bed somewhat comfortable the pillow did suck and the bathroom was very small we asked for more towels and got them right away. Also asked for another blanket and got that right away fresh and clean the man at the front desk was also VERY nice! Also very close to the boardwalk like feet away!! We had an amazing stay and will be back again for another!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but filthy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

siobhan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay for a few nights

Clean. Not updated. Typical, cheap down the shore motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom door was hanging on by one screw. The place could be really good with some updates
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great staff and pool

It was nicer then i thought it was going to be for the price. The pool was great. Staff was very friendly. But the bathroom had a bad smell the first night. I ran some water down the shower drain. It helped. Other then that it was nice. Closes to the beach and we could see the boardwalk from our door.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn, wyalusing

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Staff was so friendly & helpful, so close to boardwalk & beach! Room was clean, comfortable & affordable-perfect for a beach vacation-highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

francisco

Nice place bene coming here for many many years
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a clean pool and the location is great, other than that its a run down hotel in seaside, just a place to try and sleep but not likely. Beds are rough, Jimmys Breakfast is right across the street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Devin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

DONT STAY HERE

DISGUSTING !!!! DONT STAY HERE
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dumpy and very outdated. And the tv did NOT work. I get it it’s just a room to sleep but it cloud of been a bit tidier. And I’m sorry but I DO expect a tv a simple tv to work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
The beds were in bad shape The steps were rotten in the middle The door didn’t lock but they gave me another rm Needs a facelift
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025