Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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119 E 9th St, Ship Bottom, Beach Haven, NJ, 08008
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Miniature Golf Course
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandbar Golf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and a picnic area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Change of towels is available on request.
Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Beach Haven motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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 the helpful staff at Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Long Beach. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include a concierge and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Sandbar Golf and a few minutes from Brant Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Beach Haven motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
In order to rent a room a person has to be 21 years of age. with proof of identity.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 79.69 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 159.38 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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 deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 79.69 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 159.38 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
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

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this hotel was perfect highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean views were awesome and staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bennett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying here. Great staff too! The ocean view was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

The staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff very attentive and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Spotless room and beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a perfect stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View and people are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Will stay here again!

Great location, friendly staff, love that they allow early check in, parking and beach passes before your room is available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
It was an amazing trip and stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Very cute hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mariann

Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ocean front hotel close to everything. Perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach front room! Look forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous oceanfront view, spotless room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Will stay again!

Staff are so friendly. So close to beach at a great price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Zhon Pwint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benedetta

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful even in the fall
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was what we expected clean,easy parking,had the beach view nice having the balcony to sit and enjoy the view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025