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Seaside Heights

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Hurricane sandy slammed into the east coast with fury seldom seen in these parts. I live an hour inland, and I lost power for the better part of a week. When I finally got it back, I learned of the tragedy that had befallen areas to my east. Seaside seemed to get whacked the hardest and the star jet roller coaster was the most palatable image of the destruction, as the hurricane had pulled the pier out from underneath the behemoth. The houses and communities that had been leveled didn't resonate with as many people as the star jet, though they were much more tragic. Soon after seeing it in the ocean like a steel kraken, seaside heights mayor Bill Akers remarked that he'd like to see if it could be left there as a tourist attraction. He was roundly criticized for the comment, as the owners of the coaster would like to get it back into action and are trying to figure how to return it to its grounded location. In January 2013, a local man boated out to the structure, climbed up it, and mounted a flag. For some reason, they arrested him. The flag is still up there, and it seems like a good addition to me. It may be months before it's pulled out of the brine, but until then, as the mayor wanted, it made me drive into town. I surely won't be the last.

Seaside Heights Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Seaside Heights Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Seaside Heights Beach
Casino Pier showing rides

Casino Pier

Enjoy classic boardwalk fun at Seaside Heights’ perennially popular amusement park and oceanfront pier.

Casino Pier

Ortley Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ortley Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ortley Beach

Breakwater Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Breakwater Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Seaside Heights. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its art scene.

Breakwater Beach

Vision Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Vision Beach during your trip to Seaside Heights? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Vision Beach

Breakwater Beach Waterpark

Bring the family to Breakwater Beach Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Breakwater Beach Waterpark

Top hotels in Ortley Beach

Asbury Ocean Club Hotel

Asbury Ocean Club Hotel

4 out of 5
1101 OCEAN AVENUE Asbury Park NJ
Stay at this spa hotel in Asbury Park. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (459 reviews)
The views were splindid. The room needs to be better maintained. Clean but could use small repairs. Ie burn and ripped curtains, chipped sink in bathroom, frayed rugg, etc.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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Aire Hotel North Beach

Aire Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
133 Carteret Ave, 133 Seaside Heights NJ
Stay at this beach hotel in Seaside Heights. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (564 reviews)
All service was very good.

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore

Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore

3 out of 5
290 Route 37 East Toms River NJ
The price is ₹9,969 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
₹9,969
₹11,427 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Toms River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,038 reviews)
Room and staff were great . Chemicals in pool were pretty harsh caused my grandsons skin to be irritated. No one said they had just treated it and we should wait .

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore
The Asbury Hotel

The Asbury Hotel

3.5 out of 5
210 5th Avenue Asbury Park NJ
The price is ₹11,746 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
₹11,746
₹17,112 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Asbury Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Cool place.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

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Blue Creek Inn

Blue Creek Inn

2 out of 5
535 Highway 9 Waretown NJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,629 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹9,629
₹10,749 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Waretown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (679 reviews)
Clean facility and room was very clean. Staff was exceptionally helpful and nice. Cozy place. Will def.go back and stay here .

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

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Sea Girt Lodge

Sea Girt Lodge

2 out of 5
2168 Highway 35 Sea Girt NJ
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Sea Girt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Jenkinson's Boardwalk and Algonquin ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Good people and clean new rooms

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

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