| amenities include a sophisticated restaurant and a sushi bar, and an oceanfront bar/lounge serving light fare. there's also a heated, outdoor pool and private beach access. a 3-minute walk from surflight theatre, this classic beachfront hotel is also within a 15-minute walk from fantasy island amusement park and thundering surf waterpark. upgraded rooms and suites add kitchenettes, whirlpool tubs and separate living areas with pull-out sofas, plus private balconies with ocean views. the bright, airy rooms provide free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, coffeemakers and minifridges. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Philadelphia International Airport 1 hr 50
Tuckerton Seaport (44 min)
Quaint maritime village, with 17 historic & recreated structures, a boardwalk & a wetlands trail. Long Beach Island Historical (2 min)
Local-history museum in a former 1882 church with artifacts, a research center & a gift shop. Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (39 min)
Vast coastal wetlands nature area, home to abundant bird life, with trails & wildlife viewing decks. Bayview Park (14 min)
Park on the banks of Barnegat Bay featuring a sandy beach, playground & covered seating areas. Fantasy Island Amusement Park (12 min)
Long-running seasonal venue with carnival rides & carousel, games, arcade, casual eats & ice cream. Settler's Mill Adventure Golf (14 min) Bass River State Forest (49 min)
Longtime outdoor recreation destination with a lake & activities such as fishing, hiking & camping. Thundering Surf Waterpark (15 min)
Large, seasonal entertainment venue featuring a water park, miniature golf course & casual eateries. New Jersey Maritime Museum (12 min)
Nautical-themed museum packed with shipwreck finds, photos, navigation equipment & more. Pearl Street Beach Pavilion (4 min) Eagleswood Amusement Park (34 min) Little Egg Inlet (58 min) Great Bay Boulevard Wildlife Management Area (51 min) | 
