| a block from belmar beach, this unpretentious hotel is a 16-minute walk from belmar train station and 7 miles from shark river park. public areas include a lounge and a furnished terrace. upgraded rooms add sofabeds. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. free coffee and bagels are offered at weekends. simple rooms come with free wi-fi and cable tv, as well as microwaves and minifridges. kids stay for no extra charge with an adult
John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 25
Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park (31 min)
Public ocean park featuring a mile of sandy beach & 38 acres of land, plus restrooms & showers. Jenkinson's Aquarium (22 min)
Intimate aquarium with exhibits of fish, coral reefs, penguins, sharks & other marine life. Allaire State Park (15 min)
Expansive park featuring antique steam trains, the Manasquan River & trails for hiking & biking. Sea Girt Lighthouse (11 min) Asbury Park Boardwalk (16 min)
Refurbished 19th-century oceanfront walkway with vivid modern murals, ale houses & seafood eateries. Asbury Park Beach (16 min)
Wide sand beach featuring a boardwalk with shops & dining & the 1920s Asbury Park Convention Hall. Manasquan Beach (16 min)
Beach and surfing Jenkinson's Boardwalk (22 min)
Famed oceanside boardwalk with family-friendly rides, an arcade, mini-golf & casual food stops. Belmar (13 min)
Happening 1.3-mile beach featuring a long boardwalk, surfing & other activities. Manasquan Reservoir (20 min)
Reservoir, bald eagle, park, eagle, and hiking Spring Lake Beach (7 min)
Ocean beach featuring a relaxed vibe as well as pavilions with concessions, showers & bathrooms. Asbury Splash Park (15 min)
Beachside kids playground in a small, gated area with various whimsical fountains & padded grounds. Ocean Grove Beach (13 min) Manasquan Inlet (21 min) Pier Village (27 min) | 
