Driftwood Motel is a 30-room luxury motel situated directly on the beachfront in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. Operating from April to October, this family-run establishment provides a tranquil escape with direct access to the sand. Guests can enjoy a heated outdoor swimming pool staffed by a lifeguard, alongside the motel's own private beach area. The motel features a range of well-appointed rooms and suites designed for a comfortable stay, with many offering ocean or pool views.
Should you book Driftwood Motel?
A beachfront motel experience with a pool and private beach access, open seasonally.
Best for
- Beachfront location
- Pool access
- Family rooms
Maybe not ideal for
- Seasonal operation (April-October)
Beachfront setting
The motel sits directly on the sand, offering direct access to the beach. A private beach area is available for guests to use.
Outdoor swimming pool
A heated outdoor pool is available for guests. A lifeguard is on duty during operating hours.
On-site dining
Breakfast & Lunch Foodshack offers food on-site for guests. The motel also provides picnic areas with outdoor seating.
Room options
Accommodations include standard rooms, suites, and apartments, many with balconies, sea views, or pool views. Family rooms are available.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Street parking
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Garden
Activities
- Beach
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Street parking
Location
1414 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742, United States, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
Driftwood Motel is located in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Saint Peter's Church at 0.5 mi; the nearest train station, Bay Head, is 0.5 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Saint Peter's Churchplace of worship0.5 mi
- Jenkinson's South Amusement Parktheme park0.7 mi
- Pleasure Parkpark0.7 mi
- Jenkinson's Aquariumaquarium0.9 mi
- All Saints Episcopal Churchplace of worship1.0 mi
Getting around
- Bay Headtrain station0.5 mi
- Point Pleasant Beachtrain station0.8 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.3 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 471 guest reviews
The Driftwood Motel earns consistent praise for its unbeatable beachfront location, private beach access, clean and updated rooms, and genuinely attentive staff — all at strong value. However, the parking lot is a recurring and serious concern, with multiple guests describing it as dangerously cramped and reporting on-site accidents, while noise between floors and the absence of in-room basics like coffee makers and microwaves are additional drawbacks worth noting.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 8 · average 9
They wrote about: location, staff, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 22 · average 7.6
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 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.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Driftwood Motel?
Driftwood Motel is located on the beachfront in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey.
What types of rooms are available?
The motel offers a variety of rooms, including Standard Double Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, King Rooms with Sea View, Suites, and Apartments, many featuring balconies.
Does the motel have a restaurant?
Yes, the motel has an on-site restaurant called BREAKFAST & LUNCH FOODSHACK.
Is parking available?
Free private parking is available on site and does not require a reservation. Street parking is also available.
What are the operating dates for Driftwood Motel?
The motel is open seasonally from April to October.
Does Driftwood Motel offer Wi-Fi?
Yes, free high-speed Wi-Fi is provided for guests.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a heated outdoor swimming pool with lifeguard service.
Can families stay at the motel?
Yes, family rooms are available, and the motel's amenities like the pool and beach access are suitable for families.