Commander by the Sea Motel is a two-storey, family-run hotel situated directly on the beachfront in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey. It offers a variety of rooms and suites, many featuring private balconies with sea or city views. Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace, and barbecue areas for guest use. The motel provides free parking and free Wi-Fi. Bicycle parking is also available.
Should you book Commander by the Sea Motel?
A straightforward beachfront motel experience with essential amenities for a family stay.
Best for
- Beach access
- Family stays
- Poolside relaxation
- BBQ gatherings
Maybe not ideal for
- Upscale dining
- Luxurious spa treatments
beachfront setting
This two-storey motel is located directly on the sands of Wildwood Crest Beach. Guests can step outside to access the beach and enjoy ocean views from many of the rooms.
Outdoor pool and terrace
The motel features an outdoor swimming pool with surrounding sun deck for guests to relax. A picnic area and barbecue facilities are also available for outdoor dining.
Room amenities
Rooms come with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Many rooms offer private balconies with views of the sea, city, or pool.
Rooms & rates
Junior Suite
37.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Balcony · Sea view · City view · Pool with a view · Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Apartment
37.0 m² · 2 full beds and 1 sofa bed
Balcony · Sea view · City view · Pool with a view · Air conditioning · Patio
Studio with Pool View
23.0 m² · 2 full beds
Entire studio · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool view
Family Suite
37.0 m² · 2 full beds and 1 sofa bed
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · City view · Pool with a view · Air conditioning · Patio
Studio with Ocean View
26.0 m² · 2 full beds
Entire studio · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool view
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
Location
8803 Atlantic Ave, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260, United States, Wildwood Crest, New Jersey
Commander by the Sea Motel is located in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Five Mile Beach, is 0.7 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Diamond Beach Parkpark0.4 mi
- Bayview Memorial Parkpark0.5 mi
- Five Mile Beachbeach0.7 mi
- Marsh Trail Observation Towerviewpoint0.8 mi
- Two Mile Beachbeach1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.1 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 194 guest reviews
Commander by the Sea earns consistent praise for its unbeatable oceanfront location, cleanliness, and friendly staff, making it a solid choice for a beach getaway. However, one glaring issue dominates the reviews: the beds are overwhelmingly described as uncomfortably hard, a problem acknowledged across nearly every recent stay. Guests who can look past dated furnishings and firm mattresses will find good value in a well-situated, well-kept property.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 12 · average 9
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 18 · average 7.7
They wrote about: room, location, cleanliness
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 8:00 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 25
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the room types available?
The motel offers a Junior Suite, One-Bedroom Apartment, Studio with Pool View, Family Suite, and Studio with Ocean View.
What facilities are on-site?
On-site facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace, a picnic area, and barbecue facilities.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available for guests. There is also bicycle parking.
Are pets allowed?
Information regarding pets is not available.
Does the motel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is provided for guests.
What is the distance to the Wildwoods Convention Center?
The Wildwoods Convention Center is 4.8 km away.
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. Some rooms have a private kitchenette.