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.

Very nice property with a onsite restaurant that made breakfast convenient. The rooms were small…read morebut nicely furnished and beds were great. Great proximity to the beach and boardwalk and the pool are was clean with plenty of chairs and towels. Like all jersey shore hotels the price is very high in the summer but i get it . My only criticism is the service for breakfast could be better.

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.

Mini fall getaway and we picked the Starlux Hotel. How cute and very retro which I love. The room…read more(1room suite) is amazing. Super clean too. We had one issue which was fixed by the time we got back from dinner. Great response! Will definitely be back.

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!

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!!

I stayed at the Madison (Ocean Tower) and definitely recommend!…read more I'll start by mentioning the three things that prevented me from giving a five star review. First, the elevator was down while we were there which wasn't a huge deal for us but since we were on the 3rd floor it made me wonder about folks with disabilities or any kind of knee or back issue. I felt this was a new resort growing pain though and hope they can get this worked out. Second, and another growing pain likely, while the pool on day 1 was heated and amazing as was the hot tub, on day 2 the heater wasn't working and there essentially was no hot tub and the pool was much cooler, though still enjoyable. The final component is more of a structural design issue that won't change but I thought I'd mention. The sink is outside of the bathroom. There is no sink in the bathroom. This means you need to exit the bathroom to wash your hands. We dealt with it but it's a bit of a design flaw. Now onto all the good! First, when I called about an early check in they said that while they couldn't guarantee that, we were welcome to come and get a parking pass and our pool passes while we wait. I think that's a wonderful alternative! It was much appreciated! Then, when we got there our room was ready! An even nicer surprise since we were about 2 hours early to check in. The place is new with new furniture and new flooring in the rooms. We had an adorable retro-looking microwave and refrigerator in our room. We even had bath robes available. The room was also stocked with really great smelling (green tea and coconut) shampoo, conditioner and bath gel. The pool area is wonderful with a cute pink and white theme. The cabanas are rentals, which we didn't do, but they certainly looked lovely. At night there are fire tables available and the deck has beautiful lighting. There is a rooftop open longe area on the 4th floor. There is also a snack stand right on the pool deck and a restaurant connected to the patio. When staying at the Madison you have access to both pools (though since we were only there a weekend we didn't venture over to spend time at the Royal Tower pool, which is the old Royal Hawaiian pool, and is still in tact with the middle island and large hot tub area). There is a small gym on site (again, talking specifically about the Ocean Tower - not sure what's at the Royal Tower in this capacity). Checked it out but didn't use it. The tower sets up chairs and umbrellas on the beach in a first come first serve capacity but again, a great service. Makes you feel elite. And lastly, something we used a lot, was the free shuttle service. The shuttle service is unique (only one other hotel in the area does this) and will take you to and from the boardwalk, local restaurants or close attractions. Tom and Jack, the two drivers we had, were super friendly and accommodating. Overall, everyone was quite friendly and we really enjoyed our stay. It was clean and comfortable. While we mostly stay in condos when down there, I would definitely stay here again! In fact, I look forward to it! #MadisonMoments

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.

We always stay in the Crest but the property we've always stayed at has gotten extremely expensive…read morefor rooms that really haven't been updated other than flooring. Needing only one night I tried to book something we could walk to dining. Arrived about 1:30 to see if we could check in early, we could. The front desk lady was funny and personable. She was efficient with check in/checkout rules, hotel features. All rooms are keyless. Upon entering the room has been fully updated, bright, clean but on the small side. The pool busy but the noise couldn't be heard in our room. Kitchenette had a stainless steel fridge and a four burner gas stove. Everything you need to prepare a meal. Plenty of towels in the bathroom. Air conditioner worked a little to well in our room, it was freezing. Two pool showers, one pubic pool restroom, small designated smoking area, ice machine that actually works. WI-FI signal strong with no issues. Start of the boardwalk across the street. This motel was awesome and I actually think I like it better than our normal place. Two things I'd change. The parking. Finding a spot to fit our small SUV was challenging, only three available with two having poles making them even smaller than the other. The walk to the beach.

LOVED staying here! Upon arrival, the front desk was kind and helpful. She went over everything in…read moregreat detail. Throughout our stay, everyone on staff was super nice. The pool area was awesome and kept clean. There are several chairs and three large tables with umbrellas to use. My only suggestion is some tables in between the lounge chairs to set things on. My kids loved that there were pool toys already there. Our room was newly renovated and clean. There was a small kitchen, which was fully stocked with everything you might need to cook a meal. They came and tidied up our room each day with fresh towels. Truly enjoyed staying here and would come back. Highly recommend!