Great location. Parking was a little tight though. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The staff…read morewere friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.

Wonderful hotel to stay at. So close to the beach, staff was friendly and the walk to the boardwalk…read morewasn't bad. This hotel was amazingly clean and so well kept. The pool is heated and salt water which was very nice. My daughter loved it. The beds were comfy and it has a microwave which is a great bonus for a hotel room. The price was really good too and more affordable than some other places we were looking at. If we return to the Wildwoods, we will be booking here again.

Wanted to give it 5, but for the price its lack of amenities knocks it down. Staff friendly and…read morehelpful, rooms clean, nicely designed, comfortably furnished, great views. Restaurant has very good food if you avoid the pastas. Beach and Boardwalk access on point, free parking spot with room a must. Lacking for price: no fitness center, sauna, hot tub, room service. Free coffee and cookies - but stops at 7:30am. Should at least go until 10 for a traditional Italian brekfast sans cigarette. Understand no bar- not legal there. Pool hours way too limited- closes at 8pm, should be 2am; at least up it until 12 on weekends. I suspect other hotels not so different. Glad we saw it, but point forward sticking to OC, Maryland, or Gulf Coast Florida . Much more bang for the buck.

We had our family reunion this past weekend at the Pan Am and we had the best time!!! This hotel is…read moreSO clean and everyone was so nice and helpful. We never needed anything they weren't already prepared for. We had our dinner in the restaurant and that also was so good, the staff were all so nice and the food so good. Thank you Noelle and Jenni ! The hotel is in a good location from the boardwalk and beach. We would absolutely stay again!

I'd have to say, I truly have no complaints about this hotel…read more Upon arrival Starlux was easy to find due to its eccentric design and decor. I was happy to find that the starlux has their own parking lot with free and adequate parking. Check in was simple and straightforward. The lady at the front let us know that everything we see out was free to use. Beach towels, boogie boards, sand toys, bikes, kids helmets and complimentary tea and coffee. I only wish we had known this earlier because it would of saved us packing alot of things! We had room 304. To get to the floor there was an elevator and stairs inside as well as an outdoor circular stair case. The room itself was small. It consisted of two queen beds, a bathroom, dresser, mini fridge, microwave and desk. The whole front of the room was a glass window that does not open, overlooking the street, but not the water. The only window in the whole room was in the bathroom. They have an ac unit, but no ceiling fans. The room itself got pretty stuffy due to poor air circulation. I would suggest bringing a small fan. The bathroom was stocked with lots of towels, neutrogena soap and lotions as well as shampoo and conditioner. Everything was suprising clean. The oddest thing was the small wall that jutted out a few inches from the toilet, making it a tight squeeze. The hotel also has a decent sized pool with a hot tub. We did not use them but we had a nice view of them from our balcony. They also have a small game room and laundry facilities. All in all, I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to Wildwood.

The location and service were great. Staff was helpful and room looked and smelled clean…read more Our negative experience was due solely to the room. We booked a "cottage" which was not a one story stand alone structure as we thought a "cottage" is to be. We were given a room on the second floor requiring going up and down a lot of steps. My husband and I are in our sixties and he has great difficulty with steps. Also we were surprised to have no freezer in the refrigerator, no table nor chair. I had to go to the main hotel 2nd floor to get ice. Also there was no simple coffee maker which normally seems standard especially if breakfast isn't served until 8:00 a.m. I told 2 receptionists that perhaps "cottage" should be removed from their website and replaced with a more accurate description. Outside photos of this building might help too to prevent older people with mobility issues from booking in the "cottage". Both receptionists were kind and understanding. One offered to move us to the first floor of the "cottage " the next day, but my husband didn't want to leave his balcony view by then because the room was so small.

It's the Port Royal! What is not to love. Been coming here for about 30 years. Their restaurant is…read moreawesome. Breakfast, lunch or dinner will be a treat. The staff is always a pleasure and brings back the best memories.

Never a Disappointment. Clean rooms, friendly staff, and a…read moreprivate balcony we love. This is our go-to spot in Wildwood Crest. The restaurant is very good, it's only a short walk to the beach, and the boardwalk is about a mile away. We've never had an issue here. Unfortunately, we booked too late this year and missed out. We'll be reserving earlier next time so we can enjoy another wonderful stay.

Clean rooms good staff up to date in a great spot…read more ..............................................................................

Very clean and friendly place. This was our first time staying here so we didn't know what to…read moreexpect and it was amazing! It's a few blocks from the boardwalk so either a bike ride or short drive to get there. Overall, we had a great stay!

We booked a room at Icona Diamond Beach at literally the 11th hour (3:00 PM on a Friday for that…read moreevening). We decided on a whim to spend the night in Cape May (we were already in Atlantic City), and we managed to score a discounted room through Hotelstonight.com. Our room was bright and seemingly recently renovated. I love the suite effect (bedroom and bathroom away from the sitting area). They have a nice outdoor bar on the beach, but due to the insane wind, it was closed. Tropical Storm Debby was working her whorish way up the coast of New Jersey that weekend. We left the property for dinner, but we regretted it upon our return. The hotel restaurant (Coastal Blue) is beautiful! We enjoyed a night cap at the restaurant bar while we learned a bit about the history of the hotel from the bartenders. Check-out is at 10:00 AM. And they MEAN 10:00 AM. We were getting ourselves ready to go and at 10:00 AM on the dot, housekeeping walked in. We heard them before we saw them, and we said, "We need a minute". It was a little off-putting. We even had the "do not disturb" sign on the door. We did not hear a knock. At any rate, don't expect to linger for even a minute. We were worried they would charge us for the extra 10 minutes (they didn't). I can't help but wonder if it would have been a different scenario if we booked our stay through Icona directly. Hmmm... At any rate, clean hotel with good amenities and shuttle service for local jaunts.

The hotel it's self is beautiful. Very clean. They valet parking, free. They also have parking…read morealong the hotel. The customer service SUCKS. I think they hire are international people, none of them speak English or understand English. They don't want help their customers. They make you feel like you're inconveniencing them. We had a wedding here, not too sure I would recommend. The Bri is the wedding planner for the hotel. Good luck dealing with her. She is not ever nice. All the rooms are the same expect some have two entrances to the bathroom. It's really too bad because this place could be great if they just hire better workers. Phi is in charger food I think. It was greatest to deal with. He was super nice, very friendly, and fixed any problem you have.

Like visiting warm family members. Jackie, Jim and staff are great friendly people. Amenities are…read morevery nice, with something new added every year. They even had a large screen tv so we could have our own Knicks watch party! Very accommodating.

The family owned and run motel is the best in Wildwood Creast! It's kept immaculately clean. The…read morestaff is attentive and caring. They are warm welcoming people whi are always ready to help with any problem you may have or information you may need. A special shout out to Jackie. She is wonderful!

First off, I gotta say, we just had THE best time ever down the shore while staying with the gang…read more@Sandbox! Hands down, such a great experience all around, I truly cannot recommend this place enough! So.... Ok, you wanna head down the shore but u have dogs? It's gonna be tough right? ....Wrong!!! Sandbox accepts pets (for a reasonable fee) of all sorts and sizes so that the whole family can pack it in and have fun!!! My two boys, hubby and the 4 (Yes I am crazy ) dogs... 3 pitbuls and one 16 yr old chihuahua.... Packed up and moved into the sandbox motel for a week and I truly cannot wait to go back Rooms are clean, cool, spacious and comfortable with everything you could possibly need, all at your disposal!! We stayed in the apartment room on the first floor. It boats two generous bedrooms, large, * beds, a jacuzzi tub (that doesn't take away from the bathroom size btw) ... beautifully tiled and fully functional kitchen with all the amenities of home... coffee maker, plates, all cutlery! Cozy dinning area, closets to live in and a fabulous gas grill right outside our door! It was just perfect! Oh and don't forget? Acme, Walgreens, cvs and bars/restaurants within seconds walking from the hotel! Everyone here is just so nice and welcoming, it has a real family friendly feel Oh and the pool?! Fogettabout it hot tub? They got that too bb! I had a hard time leaving and we actually extended our trip 2 extra nights All seriousness? It's been a few since we have been down the shore, and our first time bringing all the dogs... but it was a trip well worth it and long over due and honestly? If it had been at any other hotel, I do not believe things would have been so amazing! I hope you guys enjoyed having us, bc you know we will be back Call now, it's not too late to book a weekend before the weather changes... You will NOT regret this place as a dog owner and a parent.... I was completely satisfied and 100% content with our wonderful vacation at the Sandbox Hotel in the wildwood crest!

If you our looking to take your furry friend along this is your spot !! Upon arrival you get a…read morecouple of dog bowls on a nice mat then they give you a dog treat and a portable dog bowl to keep !! Rooms are clean and the staff is great!!

Overall, I had a great stay at Madison Resort and would definitely plan on coming back…read more One thing the website could do a much better job of explaining is that the resort is split between two buildings with one building in between them. At first, I thought this would be confusing, but it actually worked out well. Both buildings have their own pool, and guests are free to use either one. The pool areas were one of the highlights. The water is heated, although not overly warm, and the lounge chairs are surprisingly comfortable. I also liked that you could easily move the chairs around to sit together with your group. The pools provide towels, which is one less thing to pack every morning, and they usually had good music playing that gave the whole place a fun vacation vibe. I booked a suite with a kitchenette, and that ended up being one of my favorite parts of the trip. It gave us the best of both worlds. We could enjoy a Jersey Shore vacation while still bringing food that we knew our kids would eat. It also saved money and cut down on waiting in long restaurant lines every day. Another little thing that made a big difference was that they had plenty of luggage carts available. It made unloading the car and getting everything up to the room much easier than at a lot of beach hotels. If you decide to eat on-site, Vinyl has excellent breakfast sandwiches. I didn't try enough of the menu to recommend much else, but the breakfast I had was really good. The shuttle van was another standout feature. It completely changed the experience for us because we could explore Wildwood and even head into Cape May without constantly worrying about parking, time limits, or paying parking fees. The housekeeping staff was also great. They were friendly and easy to talk to, and we were able to coordinate simple service during our stay, mainly fresh towels and trash removal, without needing a full room cleaning every day. There were a few areas that could use improvement. The Wi-Fi wasn't just slow, it barely worked during our stay. The water pressure in the shower was very weak, and I couldn't wait to get home to my own shower. The paper products also felt pretty inexpensive for a resort at this price point. The parking spaces are also extremely tight, to the point where some guests were taking up two spots just to avoid getting their doors dinged. One thing worth mentioning for families is that the resort isn't specifically designed around kids. If you're looking for organized activities, this isn't that kind of place. We've stayed at ICONA before, where they have staff running kids' activities throughout the day. Madison doesn't offer anything like that. On the other hand, my kids mostly just wanted a nice pool, and this delivered. Plus, it's located right next to a large park with a huge playground and splash pad, so there was still plenty for them to do. The marketing makes the resort seem geared mostly toward girls' weekends and adult getaways, but don't let that fool you. We stayed with kids and found it to be very family-friendly. My overall takeaway is this: if you're looking for a traditional, quieter family beach vacation, I'd probably lean toward Ocean City. If you're okay with a livelier atmosphere and want to be in the middle of Wildwood's energy, Madison Resort is a great choice. It's not the most luxurious resort on the Jersey Shore, but enough has been renovated and updated that it feels like one of the nicer places in the area. If you're looking for peace and quiet, this probably isn't it. But if you want a fun beach vacation with good pools, convenient amenities, and a great location, it's an easy place to recommend.

Disappointing stay despite high-end price The silky-sand…read morebeach, free lounge chairs and umbrellas, and beachside food service were the best parts of our stay. Our two-room suite was quiet, and the restaurant staff were pleasant. Unfortunately, the bathroom looked grungy with a rusted toilet paper holder and poor cleaning, and the bed was uncomfortable. Both the bedroom and bathroom were tiny, and I kept hitting my leg on the bed frame when walking around. We were handed one vague sheet of information at check-in, and when my husband went back for clarification, the front desk still couldn't clearly explain the amenities. Most of the staff were unable to answer basic questions. The towel attendant stayed on her phone, and the manager seemed "put off" when asked anything. For a hotel on the high end of pricing in the area, I expected comfort and at least a touch of "luxury." Required valet parking added to the inconvenience. I would not stay here again.

Everything here is wonderful. Friendly staff our air conditioner wasn't working too well they came…read moreup in about 5 minutes and put in a new one in about 15 minutes. New rest the Reef. Above and beyond. The food is delicious. If u like avocado toast run don't walk to get an order. One of the best I've ever had the crabby Benedict delish. Bacon cooked perfect scrambled eggs excellent. Cannot recommend it enough.

My family stayed at this place for years when I was younger. The staff is friendly and they keep…read morethe place clean. Great amenities and a great view of the beach. Right by the boardwalk too.