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Reviews of Anchor Motel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

145 Sheridan Avenue, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751, United States

#10 of 46 hotels in Seaside Heights

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Review Score

Based on 146 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    9.0
    I've enjoyed my stays at Anchor and will use them again in the future!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only thing that was not great was the construction going on across the street. I think people with rooms on that side of the hotel should be informed there will be construction noise during the day. It was barely noticeable in the room, but when sitting outside, it was loud. (Still, not louder than it is in Brooklyn where I live!)

    This is the 2nd time I've stayed at Anchor. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The pool is sparkling. I got a room with two queen beds for a friend and me. The room itself isn't very big but that's fine with me since we don't spend much time in the room anyway (except to relax and sleep). There's everything I need in the room so that's all that matters. The chairs outside the room are great for reading, sipping on coffee or adult beverages, daydreaming, and relaxing. Super close to the boardwalk & beach and bars/restaurants in the area.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    8.0
    My stay was fine. Very basic with nothing fancy
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Proximity to the boardwalk.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had 2 rooms, one of the rooms had no hot water in the shower. Told front desk twice about it and was told to just turn the knob slowly and it should work. It did not. No one ever came up to check.

    Close to boardwalk.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great price for location.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pool hours could have been longer. More towels.

    We had a great stay! The owner was very friendly and welcoming. The room was clean, perfect for our family. One of the things we really appreciated was the peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere — it was nice no yung kids partying. Definitely a place we’d come back to!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Slightly squeaky bed, TV was too loud on the lowest volume so couldn't watch TV at night as I didn't want to disturb the neighbors. Toilet was really close to the wall so was a bit awkward as I'm tall.

    Friendly staff, great location near the boardwalk, very clean and beds were comfortable enough! Great stay overall!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good value for the location and staff was very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very small. The bed was comfortable but very squeaky everytime you moved.

    Location and the room was very clean.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    8.0
    Grandma and 4 teens for 5 nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Should have a bar or hook by the bathroom sink, for hanging a hand towel. Also need a replacement carafe for the coffee maker. I was disappointed the first morning when I couldn't make coffee, because the carafe to the coffee maker was missing. No major issues. Staff is sweet and helpful, and would have probably fixed these 2 minor issues if I had remembered to mention them during my stay.

    5 minute walk to the beach. Very quiet, clean family- run place. No loud parties at night. Nice, little ,clean pool. Comfortable beds. Air conditioning, toilet, shower, all kitchen appliances are newer and in excellent working condition.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Four Double Beds
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn't like that we had to go get our own towels and the garbage was full I had to go ask for bags to change out the cans. No one even came in and checked the room, the floor was covered with sand.

    The location was perfect you could walk to the beach a 7/11 was very close for coffee. The owner was very friendly.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2024

    8.0
    For the price it was okay. I was not happy that the room I wanted was not available to me.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite with Four Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I picked a room through booking.com and when I got there the room I picked was not what was given to me. I was told by the owner that if I wa Ted a specific room I should have contacted them directly. I told the owner I specifically picked that room because it had 2 rooms seperate from eachother and I was traveling with my son and daughter. An offer to move was made but I would have to pay more. I refused.

    The place was close to the boardwalk.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2024

    7.0
    Better than expected. Would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite with Four Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For a beach hotel it was decent! Pretty clean and the beds and furniture were in okay shape. Was next to the police station. Close to the beach.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2024

    9.0
    Great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Great location, friendly staff, very clean.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    7.0
    It was what I was expecting so I'm happy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    - The Motel is pretty old, if you are stay-in-the-hotel person, pass by - there is a central police / fire dmp station right next to Motel so sometimes you hear the siren and also there isn't much to look at outside of your room

    - The staff was very kind and helpful - The pool was small but great - BBQ in the pool area for everyone to use - Location is spot on

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2024

    7.0
    We had a good time. Hope prices do not continue to increase yearly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    TV could have been set up to come on immediately with the remote or at least provide instructions for it's operation. More towels than one per person for the stay could have been provided. Perhaps just two sets each?

    Good location. Old facility. Room was clean and fully acceptable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Glad they allowed me to park early and walk up to the beach from there. Thanks!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My mattress was so stiff/firm. My wife's mattress was much more comfortable and not stiff. There were two different mattress types. I'm not sure if that was on purpose. The room was a bit cramped and small. The shower was clean but very tiny. Overall, though, a good value for the money.

    The location was great. The rate was fair. The staff were very friendly and courteous. The bathroom had hand soap, body wash, and conditioner in dispensers.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2024

    9.0
    Will come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool was small, but the kids still had fun. Plenty of seats to watch them play. Can't complain, really.

    Amazing location. Clean rooms. Easy check in. Great price.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2023

    8.0
    Fun safe place close to the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathrooms could've been a little bigger.

    That staff was very nice and family oriented.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2023

    8.0
    Nice “classic” beach-town motel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms are rather small, but have refrigerator and microwave, so a lot is packed into a relatively small space.

    Good location near the boardwalk and beside the police station. Very nice staff. Hotel shows it’s age, but is very well cared for. Small, clean swimming pool.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    7.0
    pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    room space was good but there should be a place for clothes to hang beds were comfortable and room and bathroom were clean air conditioner was good locks need to be replaced on doors

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2023

    8.0
    Great value for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ive been going to the ancor for a few years now multiple times a season....the family that owns it is great ..the rooms are clean and pretty much the best your going to get for the price point . The location is great as its right behind the police station 2 blocks off the boardwalk

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2023

    8.0
    Friendly family owned & operated. I would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room is very small and does not have a coffee maker. Although there is a 7-11 one block away, I would have loved to be able to make my own.

    The location for the price! 2 blocks to the beach, the water park, and the ride section of the boardwalk! I had 2 young children with me, ages 3 and 4, and both were able to handle walking even after a day at the beach and night on the boardwalk! Right next to the police station, so it also made me feel safe walking at night.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Mattresses were a bit too hard, the room was really tight with 3 beds(we could barely move with 5 of us) & parking was super tight

    Location was great,staff were friendly

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Two Double Beds Nonsmoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the rooms are a little dated and not 5 star quality but that was to be expected... there definitely could be minor renovations made and a little more diligence when cleaning but the location and price really make it worth it...

    less than a 5 minute walk to the boardwalk/ocean... a lot of activities to do within walking distance... the staff was also incredibly kind and helpful when needing assistance.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    7.0
    Great place, awesome location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Price was very expensive. Outdated kitchen, fixtures. Beds were not to comfy.

    The anchor motel has a convenient location. It is located a couple of minutes from the board walk. The apartment was clean. Some of the items can be updated as it was very outdated. Staff is very friendly and accommodating and always on site so I felt very safe there with my family. Communication was excellent. Parking was close to room. I would visit again.

    Stayed in August 2023

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