Le Voyageur Motel is a budget-friendly option that’s ideal for families who’d like to be close to it all. The motel is two blocks from the boardwalk, beach, and Wildwoods Convention Center, and is within walking distance of several shops and restaurants. The pool is usually crowded with splashing children, but there are two sundecks that offer a little more peace and quiet. Le Voyageur has three room types, from standard motel rooms with one bed, to efficiencies with kitchenettes and separate living rooms. Despite being clean, rooms are seriously dated and lacking any kind of decorative flair. On-site parking and Wi-Fi are free, but guests will have to pay for laundry. Guests looking for a similar place with nicer rooms should check out sister property Dolphin Inn, which usually offers comparable nightly rates.
Le Voyageur Motel is a budget-friendly option that’s ideal for families who’d like to be close to it all. The motel is two blocks from the boardwalk, beach, and Wildwoods Convention Center, and is within walking distance of several shops and restaurants. The pool is usually crowded with splashing children, but there are two sundecks that offer a little more peace and quiet. Le Voyageur has three room types, from standard motel rooms with one bed, to efficiencies with kitchenettes and separate living rooms. Despite being clean, rooms are seriously dated and lacking any kind of decorative flair. On-site parking and Wi-Fi are free, but guests will have to pay for laundry. Guests looking for a similar place with nicer rooms should check out sister property Dolphin Inn, which usually offers comparable nightly rates.
Renovated in 2012, the Blue Palms is a family-friendly beach hotel with two heated pools. Located in the center of downtown Wildwood, a block from the beach and the Wildwood Boardwalk, this appealingly kitschy budget hotel is a short walk from restaurants and shops. Rooms are clean if a bit basic, and some have kitchenettes, sofa beds, or bunk beds. Free perks like rental bicycles, beach chairs, and continental breakfast in the summer add value.
Renovated in 2012, the Blue Palms is a family-friendly beach hotel with two heated pools. Located in the center of downtown Wildwood, a block from the beach and the Wildwood Boardwalk, this appealingly kitschy budget hotel is a short walk from restaurants and shops. Rooms are clean if a bit basic, and some have kitchenettes, sofa beds, or bunk beds. Free perks like rental bicycles, beach chairs, and continental breakfast in the summer add value.
The Starlux is a family-friendly boutique hotel with highly stylized 1950s futuristic decor. Just over a block from the beach and Wildwood Boardwalk, this 45-room property is a short walk from restaurants and shops. Highlights include a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, game room, and fun-spirited guest rooms with lava lamps and mini-fridges. Free perks like beach chairs, rental bikes, and continental breakfast make the Starlux a solid value in the heart of town.
The Starlux is a family-friendly boutique hotel with highly stylized 1950s futuristic decor. Just over a block from the beach and Wildwood Boardwalk, this 45-room property is a short walk from restaurants and shops. Highlights include a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, game room, and fun-spirited guest rooms with lava lamps and mini-fridges. Free perks like beach chairs, rental bikes, and continental breakfast make the Starlux a solid value in the heart of town.
Esplanade Suites, a Sundance Vacations Resort is a 32-room budget motel that appeals to families and those traveling with dogs. Its prime location on East Taylor Avenue is two blocks from the boardwalk, beach, and Wildwoods Convention Center. There are several room types, including Efficiencies with kitchenettes, but all have cheap motel-standard decor, and some guests complain of cleanliness issues. There is a tiny pool in the front of the motel, which tends to get noisy from boisterous family antics. The motel, which is open year-round, offers free parking and Wi-Fi and has a small barbecue area with two gas grills and a few picnic tables. Those traveling with dogs who would prefer something a bit quieter should check out Rus Mar Motel, which is cleaner and closer to the beach, but doesn’t have a pool.
Esplanade Suites, a Sundance Vacations Resort is a 32-room budget motel that appeals to families and those traveling with dogs. Its prime location on East Taylor Avenue is two blocks from the boardwalk, beach, and Wildwoods Convention Center. There are several room types, including Efficiencies with kitchenettes, but all have cheap motel-standard decor, and some guests complain of cleanliness issues. There is a tiny pool in the front of the motel, which tends to get noisy from boisterous family antics. The motel, which is open year-round, offers free parking and Wi-Fi and has a small barbecue area with two gas grills and a few picnic tables. Those traveling with dogs who would prefer something a bit quieter should check out Rus Mar Motel, which is cleaner and closer to the beach, but doesn’t have a pool.
Resorts Casino Hotel opened as the first casino in Atlantic City in 1978. Located on the boardwalk, this hotel has evolved its original Art Deco theme into a "Roaring Twenties" theme, building on the success of HBO's Boardwalk Empire. Dated rooms are split into two towers: the original Ocean Tower and the newer Rendezvous Tower (which opened in 2004). Rooms lack modern amenities such as duvet covers and flat-screen TVs, but there is an indoor/outdoor pool, and nightlife options -- including ProBar, the city's first gay club -- are solid.
Resorts Casino Hotel opened as the first casino in Atlantic City in 1978. Located on the boardwalk, this hotel has evolved its original Art Deco theme into a "Roaring Twenties" theme, building on the success of HBO's Boardwalk Empire. Dated rooms are split into two towers: the original Ocean Tower and the newer Rendezvous Tower (which opened in 2004). Rooms lack modern amenities such as duvet covers and flat-screen TVs, but there is an indoor/outdoor pool, and nightlife options -- including ProBar, the city's first gay club -- are solid.
The Sand Box Motel is a 24-room budget-friendly motel that caters to families. The Sand Box has a heated pool with a tiny waterslide and a sand box for the little ones, as well as a sundeck, hot tub, and two separate grilling areas for the adults. Completely renovated in the summer of 2015, rooms feel refreshed with updated furniture, carpeting, bedding, and fresh coats of paint on the walls. Bathrooms maintain their charming, original 1950s tile, but most are teeny tiny and some smell musty. The San Box’s major pitfall is its location -- five blocks and a good 10-minute walk from the beach. The motel is pet-friendly for a fee, and offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Guests traveling with pets who’d prefer to be closer to the beach should check out Rus Mar Motel, although its rooms aren’t as nice and it doesn’t have a pool.
The Sand Box Motel is a 24-room budget-friendly motel that caters to families. The Sand Box has a heated pool with a tiny waterslide and a sand box for the little ones, as well as a sundeck, hot tub, and two separate grilling areas for the adults. Completely renovated in the summer of 2015, rooms feel refreshed with updated furniture, carpeting, bedding, and fresh coats of paint on the walls. Bathrooms maintain their charming, original 1950s tile, but most are teeny tiny and some smell musty. The San Box’s major pitfall is its location -- five blocks and a good 10-minute walk from the beach. The motel is pet-friendly for a fee, and offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Guests traveling with pets who’d prefer to be closer to the beach should check out Rus Mar Motel, although its rooms aren’t as nice and it doesn’t have a pool.
The Water Club is an 800-room modern and exclusive escape from the bustle of Atlantic City. Guests have access to the casino, restaurants, and nightlife of the attached Borgata -- but have their own exclusive amenities, including five adults-only heated pools and a serene two-story Immersion spa. Rooms have more amenities than at the Borgata next door, including iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, and Keurig coffeemakers, but the pools can be crowded during the summer, and this level of quality comes with one of the highest price tags in Atlantic City.
The Water Club is an 800-room modern and exclusive escape from the bustle of Atlantic City. Guests have access to the casino, restaurants, and nightlife of the attached Borgata -- but have their own exclusive amenities, including five adults-only heated pools and a serene two-story Immersion spa. Rooms have more amenities than at the Borgata next door, including iPod docks, flat-screen TVs, and Keurig coffeemakers, but the pools can be crowded during the summer, and this level of quality comes with one of the highest price tags in Atlantic City.
The Tropicana is an enormous megaresort with over 2,000 rooms and suites spread across three towers. The rooms, which are plagued with dated decor and tube TVs, are not the highlight at this boardwalk hotel. Its Havana-inspired three-story streetscape called the Quarter is much more inviting, with an IMAX Theater, shopping, restaurants, and nightclubs. The Tropicana also draws visitors for its high-end spa, Broadway-style theater, and seasonal outdoor pool and bar -- not to mention the huge casino floor. A location right on the boardwalk and freebies such as Wi-Fi are convenient perks, but beware of long lines at check-in.
The Tropicana is an enormous megaresort with over 2,000 rooms and suites spread across three towers. The rooms, which are plagued with dated decor and tube TVs, are not the highlight at this boardwalk hotel. Its Havana-inspired three-story streetscape called the Quarter is much more inviting, with an IMAX Theater, shopping, restaurants, and nightclubs. The Tropicana also draws visitors for its high-end spa, Broadway-style theater, and seasonal outdoor pool and bar -- not to mention the huge casino floor. A location right on the boardwalk and freebies such as Wi-Fi are convenient perks, but beware of long lines at check-in.
Bally's Atlantic City is a hotel and casino with a prime spot along the beach and Boardwalk, next to sister property Caesar's Palace. The 1,760 rooms and suites are spread throughout several buildings -- including the historic Claridge Tower -- and have coffeemakers and mini-fridges. The Ruby Rooms are the most recently renovated and feature contemporary decor along with nice linens, (some) flat-screen TVs, and iPod docks. However, not all areas are the same, and many rooms still contain worn, outdated furnishings and tube TVs. Hotel features including the attached Wild West Casino, an indoor pool with huge skylight, fitness center, and 24-hour room service. This big complex has several nightlife options and restaurants ranging from casual to upscale, but expect fees for parking, Wi-Fi, and use of the indoor pool and fitness center.
Bally's Atlantic City is a hotel and casino with a prime spot along the beach and Boardwalk, next to sister property Caesar's Palace. The 1,760 rooms and suites are spread throughout several buildings -- including the historic Claridge Tower -- and have coffeemakers and mini-fridges. The Ruby Rooms are the most recently renovated and feature contemporary decor along with nice linens, (some) flat-screen TVs, and iPod docks. However, not all areas are the same, and many rooms still contain worn, outdated furnishings and tube TVs. Hotel features including the attached Wild West Casino, an indoor pool with huge skylight, fitness center, and 24-hour room service. This big complex has several nightlife options and restaurants ranging from casual to upscale, but expect fees for parking, Wi-Fi, and use of the indoor pool and fitness center.
The Beach Terrace Motor Inn is one of Wildwood’s larger hotels, with 78 rooms spanning eight stories. The hotel’s prime location on Atlantic Avenue, just one block from all the action of the beach, boardwalk, and water parks, is possibly its only truly great attribute -- otherwise, the place is pretty much a dump. The entire property shows signs of disrepair and neglect, from moldy air-conditioning vents in the rooms, to shaky railings on the balconies, to the stench of urine and cigarette smoke near the elevators. If you can ignore these failings, the hotel usually offers reasonable room rates, has a fairly nice rooftop pool, and is home to an on-site buffet restaurant and a happening bar and nightclub. Just about any hotel in the area is a better pick -- The Sunflower Motel has better hospitality, while AA Heart of Wildwood Motels has nicer rooms. Both have more expensive nightly rates.
The Beach Terrace Motor Inn is one of Wildwood’s larger hotels, with 78 rooms spanning eight stories. The hotel’s prime location on Atlantic Avenue, just one block from all the action of the beach, boardwalk, and water parks, is possibly its only truly great attribute -- otherwise, the place is pretty much a dump. The entire property shows signs of disrepair and neglect, from moldy air-conditioning vents in the rooms, to shaky railings on the balconies, to the stench of urine and cigarette smoke near the elevators. If you can ignore these failings, the hotel usually offers reasonable room rates, has a fairly nice rooftop pool, and is home to an on-site buffet restaurant and a happening bar and nightclub. Just about any hotel in the area is a better pick -- The Sunflower Motel has better hospitality, while AA Heart of Wildwood Motels has nicer rooms. Both have more expensive nightly rates.