Shawmont Hotel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Ocean Grove, near Asbury Park Boardwalk

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Family Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Family Room, Ground Floor | Bathroom
Family Room, Ground Floor | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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17 Ocean Ave N, Ocean Grove, NJ, 07756
  • Place, Ocean Grove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Asbury Park Boardwalk
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Belmar Beach and Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Linden, NJ (LDJ)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Family Room, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ocean Grove

Shawmont Hotel places you next to Ocean Grove Beach and within a 5-minute walk of The Historical Society of Ocean Grove. This 28-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Grove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Asbury Park Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Stone Pony - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Asbury Park Boardwalk - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Belmar Beach and Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Talula's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Odyssey Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cross & Orange - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Moonstruck - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Asbury Park Distilling Co. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shawmont Hotel

Hostel in Ocean Grove, near Asbury Park Boardwalk
Shawmont Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 34-inch plasma TVs with cable channels. Wardrobes or closets are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 34-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Shawmont Hotel
Shawmont Hotel Ocean Grove
Shawmont Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Shawmont Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ocean Grove

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Shawmont Hotel ?

This hostel is located in Ocean Grove, just steps from Ocean Grove Beach and The Historical Society of Ocean Grove, and within a short walk of Bradley Beach. You'll also find Asbury Park Boardwalk and Belmar Beach and Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Shawmont Hotel ?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Shawmont Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Shawmont Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shawmont Hotel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Shawmont Hotel ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Shawmont Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Shawmont Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Shawmont Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shawmont Hotel .

Does Shawmont Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Shawmont Hotel ?

The closest major airport to Shawmont Hotel is Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive), which is 8 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shawmont Hotel ?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Shawmont Hotel .

Shawmont Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Just ok. The room has the necessities but no extras, and the look and feel of the space, especially the bathroom, is bare minimum. Beds were comfortable and air conditioner worked well. Not sure if this is just the price for the area but for the price point (almost $500 a night) we were expecting more. The location was very nice though, right next to the beach, so likely that’s what you’re paying for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We stayed for two nights and, unfortunately, the experience was far from ideal. On the second night, there was no Wi-Fi or air conditioning. It was extremely hot, and the only fan available made an unbearable noise, making it almost impossible to sleep. Additionally, on the first morning I asked for some hot water and was told it wasn’t available because “the time to boil water” was over. I didn’t even understand what that means.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not Happy

I have already reviewed this in detail but one more time: I booked my room through Hotels.Com with the understanding that they offered a breakfast. However when I called to check before we went, there was no breakfast offered at that time of year just coffee. I asked for a refrigerator in my room as I have food allergies, but they could not accomodate unless I got an upgraded room to the tune of 225.extra. The front desk clerk tried to help but I ended up in the same room as I was unwilling to pay that amount extra, and Hotels. Com would not cover the upgrade. So not happy with the lack of updated information website provided re: breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

liz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we needed. Perfect location. Kind of basic but all the essentials. Friendly, safe and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miroslaw

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gisela

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff, clean room, great location. We had reserved a room with a king bed, we thought, but only got a double, and the air conditioning didn’t work well- that part would have been a lot more difficult to tolerate at a hotter time of year. There were so many positives on this stay though, it wasn’t really a big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Shawmont were exceptional, the rooms tidy and comfortable and the location right across the road from the boardwalk and beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel oozes style. It is warm and chic. The “basic” rooms make you feel like you’re at home in a NYC apartment. The green room staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Housekeeping was friendly and accommodating bringing more creamers into the room at a rapid rate….and YES !! …there are nespresso machines IN the room!! (As well as a Dyson hairdryer with multiple attachments). This hotel is 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well kept, close to the beach and had a lovely front porch for guests to use. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Only complaint is that the noise from the hallway and other rooms was a little loud, but nothing against the property itself when guests are noisey. Overall, great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mykeata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was so wonderful. I loved my room and the location of the hotel right on the beach was beautiful. The staff was incredible we especially loved Liv who made our experience personal and extra good. Definitely plan on staying here in future summers!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

gandharv

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024