Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.4

Located on Long Beach Island, Drifting Sands offers accommodations in Ship Bottom, 2.1 km away from Surf City. Both free WiFi and private parking are available at this property. The guestrooms spans over 4 buildings, the Oceanfront Building, the Oceanside Building, the Efficiency Building and the Oceanbreeze Building. At the motel, every room has a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms feature a private balcony. A business centre is at guests' disposal at Drifting Sands. A private off-beach area with lounge chairs is available. Barnegat Lighthouse is 14.4 km from the accommodation, while Beach Haven is 11.7 km away. The nearest airport is Atlantic City International Airport, 62.7 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was a good size for us. Great location near shops.Beautiful sea view and direct access to the beach. Staff were really helpful.”
Franca
United States United States
“The location was perfect! We chose it because it's dog friendly and happy with everything”
Jennifer
United States United States
“The hotel was great. Josephine at the front desk was amazing. She was super helpful and friendly! The room was clean and the view was amazing.”
Joanna
United States United States
“Having beach chairs and towels to borrow was great! Kids were thrilled they also had boogie boards. Was very convenient to be right on the beach and not have a car full of sand!”
Susan
United States United States
“Staff great, beachfront great, room very clean. The balcony has perfect view plus the owners thought of our privacy when designing them.”
George
United States United States
“The staff was outstanding... VERY attentive and helpful.. Highly recommended”
Kelly
United States United States
“Great room with perfect oceanfront view. Staff was very nice, helpful and friendly. The fact that after we checked out, they let us keep the parking pass and beach badges until 3:00 so we could enjoy the beautiful beach a little longer was an...”
Dana
United States United States
“Location, location, location. Oceanfront property that is also within walking distance to multiple restaurants and shops. The room was clean and spacious. with plenty of towels. The mini frig and microwave were a bonus especially if staying more...”
Katherine
United States United States
“The oceanfront balcony was perfect for watching sunrise over ocean & for prayer. Very quiet...could hear & see ocean...very short walk to waves. Short walk to Wawa & to Shore Good donuts.”
Stacy
United States United States
“Walkable to shops and restaurants Outside shower”

Property surroundings

House rules

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.