Beautiful, modern hotel, especially for the area. Right at the beach with a great location in…read moreWildwood Crest.

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.

We've had quite the summer of Wildwood! Staying at The Madison is a treat and one we savor…read more The Ocean Tower and Royal Tower have similar amenities, but we lean toward the Ocean Tower. It feels newer and cleaner. The guest rooms are spacious and bright. Both Towers have a pool, but the Ocean Tower side has a DJ on the weekend with cabanas for rent. My sister rented one for my brother-in-law's milestone birthday and we had a blast. The pool is kid friendly and gets quite busy on the weekends. They offer a small food menu with soft drinks. You're welcome to bring your own adult beverages (which you KNOW we did)! That being said, it's pricey and they are not particularly accommodating about checking into your room early. We feel they could be a little more flexible on this front. If it's not 4:00 PM (or close to it) then you're not getting the keys. If you want to pay $50, then your room is miraculously ready (but not before noon). Checking in at 3:00 PM should not constitute a fee. Just sayin'. If you're seeking retro vibes, then this is the place for you!

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.

The home is beautiful! It is close to the beach, amusement park and many restaurants. The host is…read moregreat and very communicative. I highly recommend this home if you're looking for a getaway.

From the owner: Our condo is a full size 1 bedroom 2 full bathrooms apartment with private balcony overviewing the…read moreocean and the pool. It has a fully stocked kitchen and washer/dryer. The condo is located at Seapointe Village gated community with indoor pool/spa and 24 hours security stuff onsite. This OCEAN VIEW condo is located in the Pinnacle building with direct access to the beach, ocean-front pool, and the spa. The building also offers an exercise room, sauna, steam room, showers, changing rooms, filtered water fountain and vending machines. Many sitting areas throughout with high speed internet access. Seapointe Village is located on 17 acres of prime ocean front property and is a one-of-a-kind on NJ shore. As our guests you will enjoy all of the amenities that Seapointe Village has to offer.

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.

I didn't see any recent Yelp reviews and most weren't all that good, but my breakfast today was…read moreexcellent. Fine service, comfortable place, very tasty food (lox cream-cheese bagel plate - huge and delicious). Eggs & ham as well as the banana/fruit/yogurt dish were all very good. So was the coffee. Ignore previous Yelp reviews and give it a try. Google reviewers liked it a lot better. So did I.

Have been staying at the reges for years! And can say that it has not been updated. Stayed recently…read more(specifically king room higher floor) and the bathtub had rust in it, the cloth shower curtain has to be changed to something updated or plastic the bottom was yellow, the toilet bowl flushed very poorly, the room kind of had a damp old smell, the oven/stove was dated! They do provide in the kitchenette rooms silverware, plates, etc. it seemed that everything was dirty. May be good to eliminate some of that and provide paper if they need to or just ensure it's all clean upon arrival for next guests. Other than that, the room was clean and the hotel overall is a clean space. The pool is always spotless. The staff are always very friendly and accommodating. Definitely would say they should add updates to the rooms especially on the higher floors because that's what you're paying for. They used to give out pool towels from what I remember but this past year they didn't. They always used to have volleyballs in the pool but none were available. Definitely think this resort is a great one in the crest and compared to other places I'm sure it's really up there. The dj at the pool on Tuesday was a nice surprise. Definitely think it needs updating immediately especially with the newer competition in the area. Hopeful by next summer they will have some updates. All in all would recommend especially for families!

We stayed at the Crusader over Memorial Day weekend and were pleasantly surprised how close to the…read morebeach we were and that it was only a 15-minute walk to the Boardwalk. It has a nice clean outdoor pool that is well-maintained and provides clean towels and lounge chairs. Our room for a family of five was just right with two queen beds and a pullout couch/bed in the living room. Our room also had many of the towels folded into adorable flowers and a great view of the beach/shore. Parking is available right around the building as well as on the street, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. One night, there was a very heavy rain storm. Since our back door was facing the beach, some water crept in through the bottom of the door. We were able to stop the leak with towels and called housekeeping who provided a door guard that soaks up water in case it happened again. For the price we paid, we would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others as well.

Can't recommend. Lamp was broken, refrigerator door handle was broken. My husband fixed both. Cable…read morewas mostly unavailable. Beds were terribly uncomfortable. We were there for 5 days. The maids made up our room once and then left a garbage bag on our door with towels, toiletries and garbage bags as if we were supposed to clean it ourselves. Don't waste your time being frustrated on vacation. Won't be back.

The actual room here is great--clean, comfortable, and a perfectly fine space to stay in. However,…read morethe hotel's infrastructure and restrictive policies desperately need a modern update. Here is what needs to be fixed: The TV & Cable System: The hotel is surprisingly still using an old analog cable system instead of modern digital TV, which severely degrades the picture quality. Because of this, they don't even get standard local broadcast channels like ABC. It is a huge letdown when you want to watch a major event--like Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night--and you are completely out of luck. The Wi-Fi Network: The current network list is cluttered and confusing (showing EC WiFi, EC Secure, EC Voice, etc.), and the speeds are incredibly slow at around 24.1 Mbps download. They need to simplify this into just one clear network for guests and one for staff. The Restaurant Voucher System: If you are here with a larger group, the breakfast voucher system is highly restrictive. It only covers one specific meal item (like pancakes). If you want a side of eggs or anything extra, like a side of cucumber, you have to pay out of pocket for it. The Elevators: The building has three elevators total, but only two of them are actually running, creating a regular bottleneck for guests trying to get up to their rooms. If they modernized the Wi-Fi and TV systems and fixed the third elevator, this would be a top-tier place to stay because the rooms themselves are very nice. As it stands, the outdated infrastructure holds it back.

With so many places to stay in the Wildwoods, I'll likely try other options before returning to El…read moreCoronado, which is a disappointment, since I was genuinely looking forward to staying here again after visiting years ago with my family as a kid. First, a few areas that need improvement: - Air Conditioning: We had to set the thermostat to 60°F just to get it to kick on, and even then the room never reached that temperature. While we weren't aiming for an ice box, it would be nice if the thermostat worked reliably and reflected the actual room temperature. - Pull-Out Bed: The mattress in the living room's pull-out sofa is uncomfortable, with a bar underneath that makes sleeping difficult. To be fair, this issue isn't unique to this hotel. - Patio Furniture: The plastic outdoor chairs are quite uncomfortable and could benefit from an upgrade. A quick clean between guest visits wouldn't hurt either. One of our chairs was pretty dirty or old. - Parking: This was by far our biggest frustration. We couldn't access the covered parking garage with our sports car due to a steep decline, and designated surface spots were consistently unavailable. We often had to circle side streets looking for free parking. Even when we found a spot on site, spaces were extremely tight, and we were constantly worried about dings. It was also frustrating to commonly see guests taking up two spots with no intervention from hotel staff. Now, on to the positives: - The hotel was clean enough with a nicely upgraded kitchenette (though a Keurig would be a welcome touch) and a decent shower. - Beds were fine, but the pillows could stand to be replaced. - The oceanfront views are gorgeous. - The onsite restaurant is charming and the food is quite good with friendly staff. - The pool is good and features a cute little bridge. Additionally, there's a hot tub and rentable cabanas. - The hotel provides entertainment options like movie nights and music on the pool deck and there's even an arcade game room on the second floor. All things considered, I'd rate the stay at 3.5 stars if that were an option. It just doesn't quite reach four. To be clear, I wouldn't rule out staying here again, but I'll likely consider other options.