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Reviews of Driftwood Motel 2 stars

1414 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742, United States

#14 of 14 hotels in Point Pleasant Beach

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 439 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    It was a pleasant surprise and I will go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was perfect, they have a private beach and nice pool, snack bar area. The accommodations are no frills but comfortable, clean and recently renovated.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    While the beach location was great it meant it was a tad of a long walk to the boardwalk and rides, but since it was a nice walk on the beach we enjoyed it.

    The location was great, on a part of the beach that was not very crowded, and they also have a pool. The room was nice, with a big updated bathroom. The snack bar is very handy. We would stay here again!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    We had a nice room right on the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were a bit too firm.

    We liked the location of the property and the updated bathroom in our room. It was very nicely done!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    8.0
    Awesome stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was tight. Only had one lamp in the room

    The rooms were clean and nice, I went with my family so the third bed was awesome. The location and beach access was perfect.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Betty Ann the manager was awesome. She went above and beyond. Very helpful and accommodating

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is tight. Steps were awkward. Pool was still closed.

    New rooms, comfortable matress, great layout, great beach access.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds too hard a/c didn’t work and was too high to reach to adjust

    Location right on the sand! Front desk very helpful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    9.0
    A relaxing end of summer getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A suggestion not a complaint, a garment hook or 2 in the bathroom

    Great beachfront location , pool

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    8.0
    Everything was excellent, free coffee, even if it was watered down and Luke warm,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My room didn’t face the beach and I wasn’t clear on that! Some form of complementary coffee would be greatly appreciated, we don’t always carry cash for the snack bar, I had to drive to get it in the morning.

    Right on the beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    After Labor Day they do not enforce the no smoking on the grounds we felt like we were back in time never saw so many smokers. Thought nothing one smoked anymore these days but we kept our distance and spent most of the time on the beach.

    Updated rooms very clean and comfortable mattress and pillows. Great pool and location for the beach.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love having the private beach.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv never worked. The internet never worked.

    Having a private beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was poor and too far of a walk to the boardwalk with small kids

    On the beach and a snack bar on site

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    8.0
    Lovely place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I was charged for a Deluxe oceanfront room but only got a standard no view room. No private balcony. The manager blamed it on Booking.com. I did not get a refund for my over payment.

    The location was perfect. A very nice 1 mile walk to the Boardwalk. The ocean and private beach was right in the backyard. Not crowded at all. The room was very clean and ready for an early check-in. Staff was friendly and helpful. Would go back there again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They need coffeemakers jn room

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There weren't any towel racks or hooks to hang towels from showering or towels from the beach and wet bathing suits. The cable TV had major signal issues, couldn't watch tv. No deadbolt locks on the 2 doors in our 1st room. There wasn't anywhere to rinse off sand from the beach, there is a non working spicket/shower next to the inground pool. We extended our stay 2 more days because weather was rainy the 1st & 2nd day there. We moved & paid for an efficiency which did not have a frying pan, sheet pan for oven and no bottle opener. The two beds in the efficiency were hard as rocks. There is zero decor, no pictures on the wall & could use an extra mirror on the wall.

    Location is great. The private beach is a plus, it was clean & convenient. The inground heated pool was very nice. The snack bar was great & very convenient for breakfast and lunch

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    It made me happy to be there with my family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a large group and would have liked to be much closer

    We loved that the motel was close to the pool and beach Beautiful location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    9.0
    Easy & stress free way to enjoy the shore with young children
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NEEDS a water spigot to rinse sand - would help eliminate in rooms and pool. Otherwise would be a 10/10 for a classic Jersey shore experience… Walls are paper thin, but to be expected…it’s a Jersey shore experience not the Taj Mahal.

    Convenient with kids! Old reviews had me nervous, but I noticed most of the negative comments were addressed by the owners and I was pleasantly surprised. Everything was very accessible, the private beach & snack bar make it super easy to pack lighter than normal (less equipment & food required) Rooms felt clean and renovated. The little retro-style fridge is super cute! We plan to come back and I can see us making many memories here with our family. Thank you for the great hospitality

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    9.0
    We love the Driftwood!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Unfortunately, the parking lot is very small and it is difficult to maneuver especially since we have a large truck.

    The Driftwood is our go to place in the summer-nice rooms-right on the beach-great pool-a food stand right by the pool-we love it!!! Staff is wonderful-we love BettyAnne.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No amenities. shampoo, etc. No blow dryer. Unable to rent chairs or umbrellas.

    Cleanliness. Close to beach.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking

    Location private beach breakfast lunch options and the pool

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    8.0
    Lovely stay. Would definitely recommend and return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking lot, extremely tight. Very difficult to enter and exit. A Microwave and a small table and chairs in room would have been good.

    Great location, right on the beach. Beautiful pool, plenty of lounge chairs and snack shack! Quiet neighborhood. Clean, spacious room. Quick drive to boardwalk and restaurants.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mosquitos had a war with me in the room one night. Also would recommend a top floor as the people above us were quite loud.

    Beach is heavenly. Staff are always available and helpful. We will be back I’m sure!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Too short!!! Very nice and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish it had more of a living space.

    Pool and beach close walk to the boardwalk

    Stayed in July 2023

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