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Sunset Motel

Stay at Sunset Motel, a low-key motel with Wi-Fi, parking, and seasonal breakfast just minutes from Casino Pier, Seaside Heights Boardwalk, and Island Beach State Park.

56 Webster Ave, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751, United States View on map
6.6/10
Average Based on 160 recent guest reviews
Air-conditioned Kid-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort close to the beach

Recent reviews highlight the motel’s convenient location and value, with clean rooms and helpful staff balanced against dated furnishings and some comfort compromises.

Guests often praise

  • Very close proximity to the beach, boardwalk, and local attractions.
  • Clean and bug-free rooms, considered a strong point for the price.
  • Helpful and friendly staff who are accommodating and responsive.
  • Included amenities like full-size refrigerators, stoves, and beach badges appreciated.
  • Good overall value for budget-conscious travelers.

Worth knowing

  • Mattresses and pillows are frequently described as stiff and uncomfortable.
  • Some rooms show signs of age and could benefit from updating and better maintenance.
  • Parking can be limited, sometimes requiring double parking due to few spaces.
  • Light intrusion in rooms at night due to strong exterior lighting and lack of curtains.
  • No daily maid service or consistent towel availability reported by some guests.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a budget-friendly stay within walking distance of Seaside Heights attractions.
  • Groups or families valuing functional kitchen amenities in the room.
  • Travelers prioritizing location and cleanliness over luxury or modern décor.
  • Those desiring friendly staff and a low-key atmosphere near the beach.
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About this property

Welcome to Sunset Motel

Located just a short 2-minute walk from the beach, Sunset Motel offers a straightforward and unpretentious lodging option in Seaside Heights. The motel benefits from its proximity to popular attractions such as Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach Waterpark, within a 5-minute walk, and FunTown Amusement Pier, around 7 minutes away on foot. This makes it a convenient choice for visitors looking to explore the boardwalk and nearby entertainment.

The property provides basic amenities including air conditioning, Wi-Fi, beach badges during the season, and weekend breakfast service when available. Parking is available onsite, though limited, with 19 rooms and fewer designated spots, which may require double parking arrangements. Guest reviews highlight cleanliness and the helpfulness of staff, although some note that rooms and furnishings are somewhat dated and could benefit from updates, especially the mattresses and pillows.

Rooms come equipped with practical features like full-sized refrigerators, stoves, and ovens, which appeal to guests planning longer stays or those who value in-room cooking facilities. While service lacks airport shuttle options and pets are not allowed, the motel is family-friendly and offers a comfortable base for beachgoers and those attracted to nearby amusement facilities. Check-in is from 14:00, with check-out by 10:00.

Travelers looking for budget accommodations close to the beach and boardwalk will find Sunset Motel a suitable option despite some limitations. It is praised for its location and value, though prospective guests should be prepared for some simplicity in both décor and comfort levels. The motel sits conveniently near several other lodging options and is accessible from major airports within roughly an hour and a half by car.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

HD
Heather D Apr 11, 2026
8.0

You get what you pay for. The price was good for a place to sleep close to the board walk. Our room was clean and no bugs anywhere. The beds are stiff and pillows are flat. The whole place could use a little updating. If they put some minor work in, it could have way more potential. But like I said it's a place to sleep that was clean which is hard to find in seaside based on all the other reviews I've read. The staff was nice and available 24/7 with a phone number. Free parking for one car was also a plus.

GS
Giana Solorzano Apr 03, 2026
10

My 4 friends and i had a time to say the least! There was an Odor but over time you get used to it. Though the couch had multiple mysteries stains and had a lot of sand. I couldn’t ask for a better place to enjoy my cold iced beatbox and play twister. Thank u to the lovely neighbors. Three Seventeen forever!!!!

TH
Travis Hontz Mar 25, 2026
10

Very clean motel and is very close to the middle of the beach and the boardwalk. It was very nice having a large fridge and a stove and oven in the room. Beach passes where also provided for the stay. For the money this place was more than what I expected. However, there where a few things that I guess some quest could be unhappy about. To us though, it wasn’t a big deal. Things that could improve: Mattresses!!!! They are worst than college dorm mattresses. Rooms are not dark, even at night time. Due to lights in the parking lot and lack of curtains. No maid service. And haven’t seen someone in the office for the past few days to get clean towels. None of there things impacted my stay too much and I would recommend this place to anyone. I think it is a great value for the price.

MM
Michael Mccollum Feb 28, 2026
8.0

The beds are very hard the first room tv had a line in it and ac didn't work second room the vol don't work for the TV the fridge isn't really cold and it could of been cleaner the staff was great and helpful the outside the hotel looked really nice as well I would say they need a update

RS
roger shup Jan 28, 2026
10

We stayed here this past weekend in the room that sleeps 6. We enjoyed our stay the staff was very nice and answered any questions that we had. The staff went out of there way to clean up a broken bottle in the road. We liked having the full refrigerator compared to a mini fridge. Pros Friendly staff Close to the beach Clean rooms Great value Cons Parking they have 19 rooms and 14 spots but the staff will have you double park which I didn't mind The pillows could be more fluffy and the mattress could be more comfortable but I didn't have a problem Overall for what you pay this place is great its clean great staff highly recommend and I plan on staying here again

LC
Lauren Christman Jan 07, 2026
10

Amazing visit, our room way ready on time and the staff were super accommodating. The manager exceeded our expectations and made sure we always had everything we needed for our stay even while being understaffed. Would highly recommend and we will return. Thank you for a great stay.

GS
Gracie Simmons Dec 28, 2025
8.0

2 years ago my boyfriend and I were searching for a place to stay for just two nights when our other hotel canceled on us. We called up the owners late at night and they were so helpful and saved us from disaster. For two broke college students this place is perfect. We’ve come back every summer since. By no means is it a 5 star hotel and although the rooms appear a bit outdated it gives you everything you need. We bring own supplies sometimes just to feel safe and prepared but for what you pay you get what’s necessary. Location and service are a 10/10. The owners are always available and are very kind.

JB
Jake Brazil Dec 23, 2025
10

I booked this hotel for a guys vacation to seaside... upon arrival it looks ok it's a 2 minute walk to the boardwalk and from all the essentials. The staff was available around the clock to meet our every need. All around great people to have to deal with. had a nice conversation with the manager very personable and stand up guy as well as his wife is very nice and helpful. Rooms are clean we moved rooms because we added people to the reservation but rooms were clean bug free and all amenities worked(hot water, stove, full size refrigerator & a/c. I've stayed here 3 times now and never saw a bug, mold or had any problems with the staff or rooms anytime I've been there. I would recommend for anyone that wants to be close to the beach and not pay an arm and a leg. Good price good quality all around

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Sunset Motel

Seaside Heights, New Jersey, USA

This unassuming motel is a 2-minute walk from the beach, a 5-minute walk from the Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach Waterpark, and a 7-minute walk from FunTown Amusement Pier.

  • Seaside Heights Central Ave (Near Webster) 4 min Walk
  • Cornerstone at Seaside Heights 10 min Walk
  • W Central Ave & RT-35 N 15 min Walk
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 43 Car · 3 hr 27 Transit
  • Newark Liberty International Airport 1 hr 16 Car · 3 hr 25 Transit
  • Philadelphia International Airport 1 hr 42 Car · 4 hr 14 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in New Jersey. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach 3,480 reviews

Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach

800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751, United States

4.5 · Amusement Park
Island Beach State Park 1 reviews

Island Beach State Park

Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734, USA

5 · Marine Protected Area
Seaside Heights Boardwalk 2,490 reviews

Seaside Heights Boardwalk

Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751, United States

4.6 · Tourist Attraction
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