The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel is a historic property situated directly on the New Jersey shore in Asbury Park. This hotel offers a resort-style atmosphere with multiple dining options and proximity to local attractions. It features an outdoor swimming pool with private cabanas and a fitness center. The hotel's location makes it convenient for exploring the Asbury Park Beach and Boardwalk, among other nearby points of interest.
Should you book Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel?
A historic hotel directly on the beach with multiple dining options and an outdoor pool.
Best for
- Beach access
- On-site dining
- Historic surroundings
- Pet-friendly stays
Maybe not ideal for
- Rooms vary in view
- Seasonal pool operations
Beachfront setting
This historic hotel sits directly on the Jersey Shore. Guests can enjoy direct access to the beach and boardwalk, with views of the ocean from select rooms.
Outdoor pool and bars
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool with private cabanas. The Tiki Bar offers poolside service, while the Shoreline Social Club & Grille provides a sports bar atmosphere.
On-site dining
Three restaurants are available. Berkeley Backyard serves coastal-inspired dishes, the Shoreline Social Club & Grille is a sports bar, and the Pool & Cabana Club offers poolside dining.
Historic architecture
As a landmark on the Asbury Park waterfront, the hotel retains its historic character while offering modern amenities and resort-style accommodations.
Rooms & rates
Standard King Room
33.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
37.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe King Room
39.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Pool view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
41.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe King Room with Partial Ocean View
46.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Sea view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
ADA Room Two Queen Beds
35.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queens Beds - Partial Ocean View
40.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Standard King Room with Ocean View
37.0 m² · 1 king bed
Sea view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Ocean View
37.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Sea view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
46.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Sea view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Ocean View
45.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds
Sea view · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private Parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 3 restaurants
- Beachfront
- Fitness center
Great for your stay
- 3 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Garden
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Temporary art galleries
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- Evening entertainment
- Nightclub/DJ
- Ping-pong
Location
1401 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712, United States, Asbury Park, New Jersey
Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel is located in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Sunset Park at 0.3 mi; the nearest train station, Allenhurst, is 0.9 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Sunset Parkpark0.3 mi
- Loch Arbour Village Beach Clubbeach0.5 mi
- Liberty Square Parkpark0.5 mi
- Church of St. Andrew by the Seaplace of worship0.6 mi
- Allenhurst Beach Clubbeach0.7 mi
Getting around
- Allenhursttrain station0.9 mi
- Asbury Parktrain station1.0 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
7.9 / 10 · Good on Booking.com, from 476 guest reviews
The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel earns consistent praise for its unbeatable beachfront location, clean rooms, and genuinely friendly staff, making it a solid choice for a beach getaway. However, guests repeatedly flag high parking costs, a lack of complimentary amenities (beach towels, breakfast), patchy housekeeping, and occasional operational issues — raising questions about value for money at its price point.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 7 · average 9
They wrote about: location, staff, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 23 · average 7.6
They wrote about: location, room, facilities
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
- Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What are the on-site dining options?
The hotel has three restaurants: Berkeley Backyard for coastal-inspired dishes, Shoreline Social Club & Grille for sports bar fare, and the Pool & Cabana Club for poolside dining.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool with private cabanas.
Does the hotel have parking?
Yes, private parking is available for guests.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the hotel offers pet-friendly rooms.
What room amenities are provided?
Rooms feature premium bedding, climate control, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and attached bathrooms with toiletries.
What is nearby?
The hotel is steps from Asbury Park Beach and Boardwalk, and close to Asbury Splash Park and Asbury Tower.
What is the starting price for a room?
The lowest price found starts from $337.
Can I use Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.