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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the sunset. - Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel (Beach Haven)
A beach view from a covered deck with white railings and two white chairs. - Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel (Beach Haven)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view. - Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel (Beach Haven)
A beach scene with a wooden fence, sandy beach, and a sunset over the ocean. - Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel (Beach Haven)
A reception area with a counter, a phone, and a window with a view of a building outside. - Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel (Beach Haven)
Located close to Sandbar Golf and Brant Beach, Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel provides a terrace. This motel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, surfing, and fishing. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the beach and a balcony with chairs.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront (1st Floor )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean through a balcony door.

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Panoramic Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a balcony with a view, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a painting of a sunset.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a balcony with a view.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel is in Ship Bottom, a walkable area in Beach Haven with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brant Beach and Jacques Cousteau Coastal Center, while Fantasy Island Amusement Park and Eagleswood Amusement Park are popular area attractions. Sandbar Golf and Bay Village are two other places to visit that come recommended. With parasailing, windsurfing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Beach Haven travel guide
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119 E 9th St, Ship Bottom, Beach Haven, NJ, 08008

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse at night with a starry sky and the Milky Way.
    Long Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flamingo Miniature Golf Course
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
    1 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sandbar Golf
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hartland Miniature Golf & Arcade
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    3 min walk
  • Burger 25
    12 min walk
  • How You Brewin?
    14 min walk
  • Joe Pop's Shore Bar & Restaurant
    12 min walk
  • The Boatyard
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
In order to rent a room a person has to be 21 years of age. with proof of identity.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 79.69 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 159.38 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 79.69 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 159.38 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay and a fee of USD 79.69 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ship Bottom motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandbar Golf and Brant Beach. Bay Village and Fantasy Island Amusement Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1000 reviews

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8/10 Good

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The staff was helpful and friendly and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice property, simple and clean. Great location and views. Close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its location was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and view were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff! We loved our room, tastefully decorated for beach front. We loved the balcony and being able to lay in bed and watch the waves. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The second floor balcony was great to sit and enjoy the views and the surfers in the ocean. It was conveniently located in the middle of lbi. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, beach amenities available, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Looking modest accommodations at an Outstanding Location you will love the second and third floor Oceanfront rooms at The Drifting Sands!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly, easy parking, beach was very accessible with chairs to borrow.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My wife and I have stayed there at least 9 times with our dog. Love the location and d the overall Hotel. Will continue to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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First time my husband and I stayed at the Drifting Sands. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back in the future. The location was perfect and we loved being oven front with a balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our room looking out over the ocean and took advantage of the additional amenities including fresh coffee in the lobby and beach chairs. It is a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect for a relaxing weekend at the beach. Views from the balcony were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The location was perfect, not crowded. Room was nice and clean. Great views from oceanfront balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay in Ocean front room. Location was awesome! Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was so friendly, welcoming and supportive! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!! Location, staff, and room made another trip to LBI a memorable one!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place needs a little facelift but you can't beat the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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They had a person above who walked around all morning noon and night cause of hard wood floors people above 1st floor need carpet It ruined our trip by not being able to sleep comfortably Over all very nice on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The beach view just breath taken, so gorgeous and relaxing at anytime of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location with room looking directly to Ocean . Nice balcony with 2 chairs to enjoy coffee in the morning. Room has 2 comfortable beds and a small fridge. There is no elevator though. Restaurants are nearby and beach access is right outside hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Liked the location right by the beach and access to nearby restaurants. Easy parking too. One change I would make is to have breakfast served all week rather than just weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent interactions with staff, great location, partial ocean view room was clean, but carpeting should be removed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026