Dry Dock Motel, near Seaside Heights Boardwalk, offers a cozy retreat with a seasonal outdoor pool and free self parking. Connect to WiFi in public areas and enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk.
Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 30 min drive
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
The Sawmill - 5 min walk
Beachcomber Bar & Grill - 3 min walk
Three Brothers Pizza - 4 min walk
Midway Steak House - 7 min walk
Spicy Cantina - 5 min walk
About this property
Dry Dock Motel
You'll be in a fantastic location at Dry Dock Motel, just a 5-minute walk from Seaside Heights Boardwalk and Seaside Heights Beach.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to May 20:
Swimming pool
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dry Dock Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dry Dock Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Dry Dock Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Dry Dock Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Dry Dock Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dry Dock Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Dry Dock Motel and nearby?
Dry Dock Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
Does Dry Dock Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Dry Dock Motel like?
Dry Dock Motel is located near Seaside Heights Beach, just a short 2-minute walk from Seaside Heights Boardwalk and 7 minutes' walk from Casino Pier.
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Dry Dock Motel Reviews
Reviews
5.8
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5.0/10
Cleanliness
6.4/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
4.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
2/10 Poor
Jun 23, 2025
I will never stay here again 200 plus dollars for a nasty dirty room shower had no pressure and then the water wouldn’t drain in the shower. the smell was sooo bad we had to go buy a candle.
Hector
Hector, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
The staff was very nice room clean and very nice. The parking was very close too!
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 16, 2024
Was ok for a night…pool was great!
Kathi A
Kathi A, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
Good place
Jordin
Jordin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
The property has a pool and is in walking distance to the boardwalk and beach. The room looked okay.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2022
Very friendly staff Helpful at check in Allowed us to stay parked in the parking lot after we checked out
Shawn
Shawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2023
Location was wonderful, staff was friendly, and room was nice with ice cold AC. We will be back next year!
Janine
Janine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2022
Staff is very kind and will gladly give whatever you need. Also the price is great for the location and they have a pool :)
Gary
Gary, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 11, 2025
Treat Yourself Not Your Wallet
Just needed a place to sleep over night. Went the cheap route. Condition of the motel was terrible. Entry door trouble to open and close due to deterioration. Air Conditioner accessible if you are 8 ft tall and 3 inches wide as you squeezed your way to get to it. Luckily your phone camera helped to see what you needed to do. On and off every 5 minutes all night long. TV stopped working after an hour and had to unplug to shut it off since the remote wouldn't do it. The adjoining room had a young family in it with a little girl who likes to scream which continued to 9pm and started up again at 6am. The bed was a nightmare. The pillows were as flat as can be. I couldn't find the sheets so I sleep with just the bedspread. Found sheets were all tucked in on four sides.I felt like a slept on rows of metal springs without padding. I had major trouble getting up from lying down. Every bone, muscle and nerve hurt from my neck to my feet. Don't do what I did. Even for one night treat yourself so you get sleep and can feel clean when you leave.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2022
They were doing some construction on some of the rooms so parking was a little bit of a pain but other than that it was very nice very pleasant stay very pleasant staff
Shawn
Shawn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2024
No complaints
Stephen
Stephen, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 10, 2024
the most disgusting motel i’ve ever stayed in!
Kylie
Kylie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2022
We had such a great stay at the Dry Dock Motel. Great location, very close to the beach. The staff are very friendly. The pool was very clean. The room was very comfortable and inviting.
Earl
Earl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Jhhvvvv guy
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 22, 2024
Do not stay here.
Pictures on website does not even remotely represent this motel. Service was fine. Motel is extremely rundown and filthy. The only plus that is one block from boardwalk.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2024
Very close to beach and boardwalk. Sanitary and smelled okay (had a tile floor, thus, no absorbed smells of a carpet). AC excellent. Hot water good. TV was slow responding and confusing. WiFi very good. I would definitely stay again.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2024
24 hour office. 2 staff onsite at night
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 1, 2024
Very outdated. Sheets were clean, but bathtub not so much.
Tami
Tami, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2024
The bathroom was to small but everything's else was fine
Tyler
Tyler, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2022
Good
Josédavid
Josédavid, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 15, 2024
Not like pictured on Expedia webite. Bathrooms are not new as pictured on Expedia! Filthy room. Dangerous steps made of plank wood. I couldn't sleep after I felt something crawling on me, it was a centipede. The bed was hard as a rock. The room is worth $30 night stay not $100! Also, I use a cane but was given a 3rd floor room.
Chrissey
Chrissey, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 18, 2023
I don’t suggest staying here the have so many bugs it’s so nasty like no one ever cleans
Mason
Mason, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 22, 2023
Absolutely disgusting. Room was moldy and falling apart. Smelt like old fish and basement mildew
Isabella
Isabella, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 1, 2022
The room was run down and seemed like they hadn’t mopped in quite some time
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 19, 2024
It was only a couple blocks from the boardwalk which was nice but the rooms weren’t very clean, everything in the room was very old, the mini fridge was full of scratches and had stickers all over it. The toilet had stains on it from what looked like bleach and the shower had no liner on the tub so the floor would get all wet. The light was dim so it looked gloomy. There was open trash bags on the floor in the hallway so that wasn’t the best but the pool was nice and clean. It was a one night thing for me I don’t think I would return.