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Reviewed 20 September 2016

I really enjoy staying at this hotel. It's the only hotel in town with balconies for relaxing while looking at the ocean or overlooking the pool. The hotel rooms are older, but they have all the modern amenities and cleanliness is clearly a top priority. The bedding is high quality and comfortable. There were about a half dozen clean white pillows on the bed and the sheets were so soft. There is no better feeling than waking up in a clean, comfortable bed and being able to see the ocean. Downstairs there is a friendly bar, restaurant, and nightclub. Whether you come to relax or to party, this place has it all. My favorite part was waking up in the morning and literally walking right across the street to the boardwalk. There was a continental breakfast available, so we grabbed a cup of coffee and went for a stroll next to the beach. I honestly have no complaints. This place has charm, is clean, extremely friendly staff, best location, and is affordable.

Room tip: Ask for a room with a certain view and they will accommodate if available. I love the oceanside.
Date of stay: September 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank Christian F
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Reviewed 18 September 2016

Fantastic location - just across the road from the boardwalk and a short walk to The Stone Pony. The staff were very welcoming and friendly and tried to help wherever they could (although I was slightly bemused that they could not tell us how/where to mail a postcard). The hotel itself desperately needs a refurb, the rooms are clean and well equipped, but dated, and in some areas starting to look a bit shabby.
Do not stay here if you want early nights and unbroken sleep though..... the bar stays open late and we were disturbed numerous times by slamming doors and people running along the corridor (security staff as well as other guests).
I did feel the price was high for what was offered and can only assume this is due to the location, not the facilities.

Date of stay: September 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank Pauli925
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Reviewed 15 September 2016

The location is phenomenal! Right across from the board walk and beach. The staff is wonderfully delightful, helpful and knowledgeable especially about what is open in the offseason. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is that the entire hotel needs a refresh!! Rooms are very clean but they are not aging well. I also found it odd they only offered a few local channels on the tv yet the lobby, pool and bar were showing HGTV, Logo and the cable station News12. Also founf it odd that the bar closes at 7p.m. on weeknights. All in all though a very good stay!

Room tip: Ocean View
Date of stay: September 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank wbfnyc
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Reviewed 14 September 2016 via mobile

We had a blast, right across from the boardwalk, great Pool, good food and drinks. We had my 3 year old nephew with us, he thoroughly enjoyed the pool. And the for predominantly gay crowd enjoyed having him there! Not our first time here, but was with a child and could not have been better. Only draw back was getting woken up at 6:00am and not going to bed at 6:00am...lol. already booked this coming weekend.

Date of stay: September 2016
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank michaelbK179KK
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Reviewed 9 September 2016

My husband and I learned about the Empress hotel years ago when we were in search for a pet friendly hotel at the Jersey Shore, The Empress is definitely one of the few. From the first time we stayed we fell in love with the people, the service and the environment. We love Asbury Park so much that we recently had our wedding there this past August. All our guests stayed at The Empress and had nothing but amazing things to say about the staff and the service. Everyone had a terrific time at Paradise, after the wedding. I will never forget how accommodating they were in making our guests as comfortable as possible and we truly appreciate it!

Date of stay: August 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Thank Stephanie G
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