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Pelican Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Motel near Seaside Heights Boardwalk in Toms River

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Queen Double Room | View from room
Queen Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, towels
Queen Double Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Queen Double Room | Bathroom shower
Front of property

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3324 HWY 37, Toms River, NJ, 08753
  • Seaside Heights Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Casino Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ortley Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Toms River

Close to the beach.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Toms River motel, you'll find Pelican Island and Shelter Cove Park. Coin Castle and Breakwater Beach Waterpark are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seaside Heights Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Casino Pier - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Seaside Heights Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Breakwater Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Ortley Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rosie’s - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Four Seasons Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Dogs Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Pelican Inn and Suites

Motel near Seaside Heights Boardwalk in Toms River
Pelican Inn and Suites offers its guests a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
Pelican Inn and Suites offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

This Toms River motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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

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
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, and Discover.

Property is also known as

Sun Sand Motel Toms River
Sun Sand Toms River
Pelican Inn and Suites Motel
Pelican Inn and Suites Toms River
Pelican Inn and Suites Motel Toms River

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pelican Inn and Suites to the airport?

Pelican Inn and Suites is 20.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pelican Inn and Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Pelican Inn and Suites.

How close is Pelican Inn and Suites to the beach?

This motel is 3.9 mi (10-min drive) from Seaside Heights Beach and 13.4 mi (27-min drive) from Point Pleasant Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pelican Inn and Suites offer free breakfast?

Pelican Inn and Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pelican Inn and Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Pelican Inn and Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pelican Inn and Suites?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Pelican Inn and Suites have a pool?

Pelican Inn and Suites does not have a pool.

Does Pelican Inn and Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Pelican Inn and Suites to downtown Toms River?

Pelican Inn and Suites is 4 mi away from Toms River.

Pelican Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 24 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

3.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Beverly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
BEWARE! BAIT AND SWITCH HOTEL! Terrible Customer Service! I booked this motel through Expedia for 4 nights on the 4th of July weekend several weeks before the stay. I called the day of check in to let them know I would be checking in late. At that point, they told me I no longer had a reservation because they were not going to honor Expedia's reservation. They claimed that Expedia didn't post the correct price, so unless I paid almost triple what I booked it for, I didn't have a reservation. I called Expedia and they helped me find another hotel (which wasn't as nice, but it was close to the beach.) I would NEVER book there again - a clear case of bait and switch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Leon, Orem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An old quilt covered the bed. We were not sure of the cleanliness. There was a strong cigarette smell so we needed to keep the window open on a cold night. The heater did not work. There were spiders and ants in the room. Only 2nd floor without elevator was available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Aquinda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel management wants absolutely nothing to do with rental apps. I paid thru Expedia. When we arrived. They told us they were not excepting our Itinerary #. They said they only take payments to them only. And for us to call Expedia for a refund. We were very disappointed because it was night and had to find another hotel, which made us skittish about using the app to find another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice desk agents.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I would definitely recommend to everyone

Very convenient and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A little scary. Okay facility, very scary at night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Owners very nice. Local area not great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Tony, New Jersey

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

This was not a Hotel, it was a cheap Motel

The front desk to sign in was tinny and hot like walking into an oven. After getting key I went to room and the air wasn't even on and that room of burning up and smelly/nasty. I had to use my Axe spray to remove the smell while the room cooled down. Throughout the night that nasty moldy smell was nasty and hard to sleep smelling that. The shower stall (small) was backing up as I was showering and that was nasty showing while your feet are covered in soapy water. The Bed made so much noise when in it and the sheet was very thin and the comforter was cheap and also thin and no blankets to use because I had the room cold to keep the smell down. So I had to use a large towel I brought as a blanket along with the sheet they provided. I rated the Hotel 1 because there's nothing less than 1. Bottom line, it was a nasty smelly room. One other thing, there was no Microwave in the room or anywhere to heat up anything. There were 2 lamps and only one worked and there was a small dorm frig and an electric stove with a really nasty dirty vent above that made noise all night due to the storm passing and the heavy winds. NEVER EVER AGAIN will I stay there, rather stay in my car or cardboard box.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Meghan, Albany,NY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Decent quiet hotel with a short drive to the beach

Prior to arrival I was told that the card I used to place the hold for our room wouldn't be used and I could use a different card. However, the card that I used to hold was and I quote "the only card I could use" when I got there. This was the first disappointment. When this was figured out, we went to our room to find hairs on the sheets and what appeared to be blood stains on the pillow case. GROSS. Hotel management assured us that the linens were cleaned, but they were quick to give us new linens. It was a good place to stay when there was clean sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Mediocre

This place barely reaches what I would call acceptable. While I didn't feel anything was terrible it was mediocre in a mediocre neighborhood... though provided access to the resort areas with a drive over the causeway. Owners keep it clean, but its all just the minmum. For a nights sleep along a busy highway and the price it was ok. Sometimes OK is good enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

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

Trip for Two

Surprisingly really clean and comfortable, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

kassandra, canada

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

Definitely not worth the money that we paid!

The wifi was a terrible joke, same as a "river view". Very noisy A/C ( you can't watch a TV, because of the noise). No way to make a coffee or tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No suite by any means

The woman at the desk was nice. The room was tiny, had a damp smell to it and spiders fell fron the doorway the 2 times I walked into the room. I wound up not staying getting a room at the Days Inn. Probably a good room for a low budget weekend.....

2/10 Terrible

MP, M

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

Horrible

Worst hotel and so unprofessional they wouldn't accommodate us and wouldn't refund us when we cancelled our reservation because something came up

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old facility. Bed uncomfortable. No coffee pot minimum amount of towels.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay, close by the beach

Very comfortable stay. Bathroom was updated and very clean, shower worked well, beds were very comfy, and the room was not humid because there was AC.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel had a very friendly and pleasant staff. The room was very clean and comfortable.

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Takeenia, Lousianna

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

Last minute reservation; Found a diamond in the ro

I am writing you from the most charming room and the most comfortable bed! The owner called me 3 minutes after my reservation was made on hotels.com; he wanted to know my ETA. This was pleasant. I arrived a this motel style building (nestled in the middle of a quite neighborhood and off of Hwy 37), and met the owner in the small check in office. Payment was a cinch and the whole check in process was fast. Upon entering the room, we saw a renovated and charming studio style room. The beds were made up with colorful comforters and sheets. It felt like home. The room was clean from top to bottom, no complaints. There is also a full kitchen area, with stove, mini fridge,& microwave! This is a motel with so much charm! I can't see spending $145 For a worse location (we are minutes from seaside). Minutes after we settled in, the owner knocked to check that the room was to our satisfaction before he stepped out for dinner; that made our day. This can be considered a no frills hotel/motel; but we decided that we are only staying here when we come back! The value and customer service can't be beat! P.S. we had Reservations for the Hilton in East Brunswick (49 mins away)...but after a long day at seaside, we didn't want to drive. We made this reservation at the last minute, and we were not disappointed.

2/10 Terrible

Joseph, Port republic md

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room for $158 was a rip off. It's in Toms river so it peak season in a jersey shore town. There was no wash clothes in the room the office was disgusting and the sheets had rips in them. Overall experience was bad.

2/10 Terrible

martha

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

Horrible hotel

The room had drapes that did not cover the entire window. The linens and bedding were horrible quality and we were given 2 hand towels to shower for 4 ADULTS!The owner was rude and short tempered - of no help in making our stay better. This place should be priced in the 69.99. range - not the $220.00 we were charged.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

last minute booking.

Owners were very nice and accommodating. Couldn't believe we found a room open on a Friday evening. Nice people, quiet place.