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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the sunset.
A beach scene with a wooden fence, sandy beach, and a sunset over the ocean.
A reception area with a counter, a phone, and a window with a view of a building outside.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.
A beach view from a covered deck with white railings and two white chairs.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $168
$147 nightly
$168 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

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119 E 9th St, Ship Bottom, Beach Haven, NJ, 08008
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandbar Golf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the beach and a balcony with chairs.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean through a balcony door.

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a balcony with a view, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a painting of a sunset.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a balcony with a view.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Beach Haven

With a stay at Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel in Beach Haven (Ship Bottom), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sandbar Golf and Brant Beach. .This beach motel is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Bay Village and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Fantasy Island Amusement Park.
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What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flamingo Miniature Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sandbar Golf - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hartland Miniature Golf & Arcade - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger 25 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪How You Brewin? - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Joe Pop's Shore Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Boatyard - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area and bike parking.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 79.69 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 159.38 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1007 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Etta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was wonderful. Easy parking, great access to the beach and beach chairs and towels provided. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jo-Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff is extremely helpful and nice, parking is convenient and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel. Staff are courteous and really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff was always great. Beach view was wonderful and so was the parking. Location was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much. We were attending a party nearby and the hotel was a wonderful place to return to. It was comfortable and clean. The staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed staying comfortably and walked easily to the beach! Really love it! I will go there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotels. Com advertised a beachside room. We looked out onto a street
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay and Linda

The staff was an exceedingly friendly and helpful…
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and comfortable. The front desk staff were great and answered any questions we had about off season dining etc. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay and Linda

The room was very clean and well furnished…the staff was especially friendly and accommodating. We would highly recommend drifting sands.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location - beach front. Could leave door ajar to hear the ocean. Parking was very convenient. Staff were very helpful and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had a beautiful beach view and absolutely loved having a fridge and microwave right in the room for us - beds were comfy and the staff was super friendly helpful. Being immediately off the bridge helps get on and off the island quickly as well! Will absolutely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carol

Disliked: Amenities
Oceanfront with beautiful views and beach access …property in need of updating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rose

Pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was perfect for us. We had a wedding in town and we brought our 2 dogs. Place was clean, staff very nice. I wish I was there in the summer months! What a perfect beach spot!
View from room
Entrance to Beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here twice during the off season for local events. The rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is friendly. There is ample free parking on site and an elevator (in the building I stayed at, not sure about the other buildings). I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view and bed and jet tub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and access to beach. Great view from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was slightly obstructed and at first the parking lot was confusing but overall good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026