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Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Luxury Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Bay View, Beachfront | Property entrance
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Luxury Suite | Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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800 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ, 08244
  • Place, Gateway Playhouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Somers Mansion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore Memorial Hospital
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Honeymoon Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Suite, 2 Double Beds

Royal Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Bay View, Beachfront | Property entrance

Luxury Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Bay View, Beachfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Presidential Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Presidential Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About this property

Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina

Oceanfront hotel with nightclub, near Gateway Playhouse
At Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina, hit the beach, dine onsite at the restaurant, or spend the day at a marina.
Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 52-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels, DVD players, and Netflix. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Gateway Playhouse. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Services include a concierge, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Gateway Playhouse and 10 minutes by foot from Somers Mansion
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina offers its guests a marina. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 90 square feet (8 square meters) and includes a conference center. A nightclub, a rooftop terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Somers Point hotel.

Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Fishing
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (90 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 15 and April 20.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Tavern Bay Resort Somers Point
Tavern Bay Resort
Tavern on the Bay Resort
Tavern On The Bay & Marina
Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina Hotel
Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina Somers Point
Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina Hotel Somers Point

Tavern on the Bay Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 371 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Our own Steven King experience

Our first surprise was the $75 PER NIGHT pet cleaning fee. This might have been understandable if they had cleaned our room at all during our stay. We didn't see a soul the entire time. We were all alone in the hotel and surrounding restaurant. Good thing we didn't need clean towels. No services whatsoever. They gave us a key and told us to lock up when we left. Kind of like The Shining. But with waves.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wedding in the area. The wedding started at the same time as check in. This establishment let a group of us have early check in to help not scheduling difficulty. It was very much appreciated and shows good customer service. Plus the place was quaint and safe:)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Keith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Come for the Food, Not the Stay

Got a text from Sam (the manager?) at 4:10 asking what time I wanted to check in. I said “in 2 minutes” since I was literally a street away. When I got to Tavern, it was a little hard to know where to check in since the place is really set up more as a restaurant. I made my way into the lobby and found the hostess stand where I texted Sam where do I go to check in. No response. Some other staff finally came around and got Sam’s attention. To be honest, it felt more like I was an intrusion than a welcomed guest. Interesting sign in the lobby begging (bribing) not to be a Karen; give a good review for a free drink. Maybe earn your guests’ good reviews by providing a great experience? This is the first place I stayed where there is blue painters table on the walls in our room. As I am writing this, Sam just walked past me here on the front porch. No greeting. No smile. This place as the potential to really be something special, but it needs a little TLC to get there. It seems it’s been a little neglected over the years. Good: The location on the water is great. They have a great restaurant and bar with live music. It’s in a good location and the area feels safe and family friendly. Not go good: Photos online don’t really show the current state of property. Some amenities are no where to be found. While there is an espresso bar on the front porch, I have never seen anyone working at it. No daily housekeeping. There is a tip envelope on the dresser though.
Work in progress?
Painter’s Tape?
Bribery?
When’s the espresso bar open?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute fun spot and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a great B&B feel. Beautiful room. Staff was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robertson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely one day stay. Note that you’re paying to stay in a historic tavern with a nice view and semi-private beach. There isn’t a lot to say (good or bad) about the room or the service. Everything was fine. We’d consider coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was awesome! Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here three times and it was perfect. Location is great, staff very nice and accommodating to every need. Hope to go back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith, Sewell

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The yacht was amazing and just the vibe I was looking for. Very convenient and I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aidan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed in the room, a little attention to detail goes a long way
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The bed was comfy. The room was tired.No tissues in bathroom.Paint splatters on floor from previous paint job. Lighting terrible.Missing bulb in bathroom.Clean but neglected. Common areas were great.The bar and dining area are classic shore! We had drinks but did not dine there so i cant comment. Staff was lovely. Room overpriced for the quality of amenities.This place has potential because of its location but it needs work!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert G Calhoun Grace L

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
View was nice. Expected room on 2nd level---last minute change to top floor where room was not cooled off before check in. Made bringing bags inconvenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

shelly

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walls are like paper . Next door customers yelling at us . No privacy. Can see them in their window with no clothes on . No staff on site . Check in kept telling us to wait room wasn’t clean yet . Hotel is deceiving online pics .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location location location, historic flare of old days of the NJ shore past. Private beach on the bay, close to local good eats, room temp Perfact during an extreme heat wave! Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and had a beautiful view and Victorian feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025