Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel

What a phenomenal trip. I was there volunteering on the staff for a symposium and the entire weekend was such a wonderful experience. Decent, moderately priced food inside the hotel itself, the staff were some of the kindest people I've ever met in hospitality, and their event team was completely on their game. There's also a Salon attached to the hotel and accessible through the lobby. I didn't need a cut, but the people working there seemed as polite and friendly as the rest of the crew.

The space is good for weddings, conferences, symposiums and any other potentially large gathering. The town itself is freaking beautiful - the beach is a block from the hotel, there's a boardwalk with a playground and old fashioned arcade nearby, a record store, a bowling alley, plenty of entertainment and food options.

My only complaint is that one of the lamps in our room (817) didn't have a switch. Like... it fell out or was pulled out. We just unplugged it for the weekend. One of the electrical outlets in the room was a super loose fit for most of our chargers, too.

Amenities in the room are an ice bucket and free water bottles, the basic lineup in the bathroom, and cable TV. I do wish they had water bottle refill stations in the hotel common areas and by the ice machines, but the age and infrastructure of the building make sense as to why.

The rooms were a bit on the pricier side, though that appears to be a theme throughout the rest of the town. It definitely requires thorough planning to enjoy your trip - the bill can add up quickly if you're not careful.

Street parking in the off season was a very reasonable rate. Valet was a bit pricey for my agenda and wallet.

Perfect Beachside Stay!
I had a wonderful stay at the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel! The location truly can’t be beat — it’s just steps from the beach and the Asbury Park boardwalk, which made it super convenient to take morning walks along the ocean and enjoy the local restaurants and shops.
The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful from check-in to checkout. They made me feel very welcome and went out of their way to answer questions and offer recommendations. The overall atmosphere was relaxed yet elegant, which made for a really comfortable experience.
My room was clean, spacious, and had that classic charm the Berkeley is known for. I also appreciated how easy it was to get around — everything from the beach to nightlife was just a short walk away.
If you’re looking for a place that’s close to the beach, has a great staff, and gives you that perfect coastal getaway vibe, I highly recommend the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel!

I’m local and have stayed here a few times, plus spent plenty of time at their great events, shows, pool, and the bar — and I’ve never had a bad experience. So when something went wrong with my apartment, this was the first place I ran to because I knew I’d be taken care of and most importantly, my dog would be welcome. Benito was professional, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make a rough day so much better. Even on a busy Friday with a large event, he made sure to take utmost care. I’m so grateful for the kindness and consistency every time I come here.

I’ll be sending my friends and family here when they visit — and I’ll definitely stay here myself if I ever move out of town. A truly magical local gem, loaded with history, classic style, in the best location, and most importantly — backed by genuinely stand-up service.

I had high hopes for this resort but it was disappointing. This was our first time in Asbury Park. The hotel is convenient to the beach and boardwalk. We stayed in the off season for 2 weeknights and 2 weekend nights; the staff during the weekend were remarkably friendlier than the staff we first encountered. The room was surprisingly big and comfortable, but there was an issue with the room my mother stayed in (the faucet in the shower fell off!) Mostly I was surprised how few amenities there were for it being a resort. On our last day we went to the pool; the front desk staff person directed us to where it was, but there were no towels and no staff. A very kind woman in the restaurant brought us towels when I asked. Soon after, what appeared to be the owner of the hotel came outside with 6 or so staff members, and he berated them for the state of the pool. Some staff began vacuuming the pool, but the berating when on for 30 minutes or more. It was incredibly awkward, especially because no one acknowledged us at all, sitting just a few feet away. Only one staff person later sought us out to apologize. Overall, the hotel was sad. I imagine it could reach its potential with new management, but I can’t recommend it. A hotel should only charge resort prices if it is indeed a resort. This, sadly, is not.

We had the greatest time at the Berkeley Hotel. We arrived on a Wednesday and there was ample street parking although they do offer valet. Check in was quick and simple and we were up in our room within 15 minutes. Our room was clean with a beautiful view of the entire boardwalk as well as ocean. You could see all right from bed! The big windows provided so much natural light and we were pleased how large our room was because we were traveling with children. We enjoyed that the hotel was a more luxury feel but was still kid friendly. Our boys enjoyed the coy ponds and it was convenient to get food from the cafe. Proximity to the beach and boardwalk was perfect for us.