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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

3.5 star property

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Reception
Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor ) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor ) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor ) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

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

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

  • 301 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
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About this property

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

3.5-star motel in Ship Bottom
Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and a picnic area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Change of towels is available on request.
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.
Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel features a terrace, a picnic area, and concierge services. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel is a smoke-free property.

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
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 25.22 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty, calming, comfortable room, loved the ocean and beach view from the balcony and the sound of the waves, nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right on the beach. Easy to get to. As soon as you arrive it's right there. Staff was friendly and very accommodating. I meant to get the young ladies name at the front desk, she is very lovely, friendly, and accommodating. My room was ready when I arrived at 1pm and she also let me check out at noon. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We love visiting Drifting Sands! Simple no-frills, affordable accommodations … with an outstanding location to beach! Totally worth paying extra for 2nd or 3rd floor Ocean Front with Balcony (note though, those floors in ocean front building are “walk up” accessibilty only (unless I missed elevator; make sure you ask if concerns about that) Beautiful views, feels like being on the beach without getting your feet sandy. Staff is nice, accommodating and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean front. But not ocean view. I wish that the A/C had a fan on mode while using the A/C. It cycles on and off. Which can be annoying.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach front room! Look forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view of the ocean from our room was spectacular!! Christiana and Julia were delightful in making our stay wonderful. Benji says that he can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teriann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view in LBI. Nothing can beat that! Hotel is clean and the staff went out of their way to be accommodating. Perfect for our quick 1 night getaway at my favorite place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place! Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Zhon Pwint

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Views

We had a really nice weekend. The views from our ocean front room can not be topped! Got to watch the sunrise right from my bed. The walk to the beach was quick and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

StacyAnn, Scarsdale

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 4 days 3 nights for a girls trip. Oceanfront room was amazing. Clean. Staff was amazing. We loved it so much we booked again for November and again for June 2026. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in was supposed to be at 4 - they didn’t call me until 4:20. I left my bathrobe hanging in the bathroom when I checked out and when I went back to the hotel two days later it was not in their lost and found.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Staff & service
Nice but needs some updating. Especially for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a room in the side building. Our balcony looks out to the beach from the side, which was good. We twice had to ask for clean washcloths and didn’t get any housekeeping on one of the days. Water pressure is light so the outdoor shower was weak. The jacuzzi shower had the wrong shower curtain so there was always water on the floor. Overall, was a nice place but not a 5 star establishment
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hari

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryJane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025