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The Forum

2.5 star property
Family-friendly motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double Queen Beds - Pool View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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800-814 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Place, OC Waterpark
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Queen Beds - Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Apartment Upper

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Apartment Lower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Apartment | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Located in Central within a short stroll of OC Waterpark, The Forum is within a 15-minute drive of Atlantic City Boardwalk. This 49-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • OC Waterpark - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Johnson's Popcorn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chickie's & Pete's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Forum

Family-friendly motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Forum enjoy a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this family-friendly motel include an arcade/game room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
50-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Restaurants on site

  • FROSTED

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served or permitted at The Forum.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Forum Inn
Forum Motor
Forum Motor Inn
Forum Motor Inn Ocean City
Forum Motor Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
Forum Motor Hotel Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
The Forum Motel
The Forum Ocean City
The Forum Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Forum?

This motel is situated in Central, just steps from Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge and OC Waterpark, and within a short walk of Ocean City Boardwalk. You'll also find Playland's Castaway Cove and Ocean City Music Pier less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Forum?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Forum have a casino on the premises?

No, The Forum doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Forum?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is The Forum good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and pool views.

Does The Forum have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Forum feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Forum doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Forum allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Forum though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Forum?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Forum?

The closest major airport to The Forum is Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY), which is 14.9 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is located 29.9 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Forum?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

The Forum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 738 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 738 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 738 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 738 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 738 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Turgut

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are very nice and their pool is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed with the cleanliness and premier condition of his property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sylicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process and staff was friendly. Was able to get a parking pass before check in which was nice so I could walk around and enjoy my time around the area. Room was clean and cozy but could use some brighter lighting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prefer a coffee maker in room. Vent in the bathrooms. Shower outside for beach visits to remove sand from shoes/feet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
loved the apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Berwyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Forum over Labor Day Weekend. It was a wonderful hotel! Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly staff, centrally located (only one block from Boardwalk). We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leycharis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a visit to OCNJ! Easy check-in, clean, remodeled and comfortable room, friendly staff, and a nice pool. Very family friendly and an easy walk to the boardwalk, beach, bike rentals and other shops. We only stayed one night so weren't able to enjoy all the amenities but we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend The Forum for anyone needing a motel/hotel style accommodation down the shore!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nermin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Accommodation!

Very impressed with the Forum. Looked newly renovated, very clean and room was cleaned and beds made in the morning...will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist at the front desk was super nice, and helpful. The pool was super nice and the kids enjoyed it. Overall I had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No coffee anywhere on the property. Need have so me in the main area. Lines at coffee shops were ridiculous- they went around the block. Expedia said I had pool view and I did not. was stuck under a set of stairs. Expedia also said my room had a couch and there wasn't one. I will call the office next time and double check before booking. The office manager didn't seem to care nor could he do anything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Turgut

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very good at this hotel. I’d stay there, again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Salvatore, Naples

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The renovation was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
The Forum was a great place to stay at OCNJ. Very clean and the staff was incredibly friendly. I would recommend staying here if you are looking for a quick get away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable! Great lighting, and excellent water pressure in shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An abundance of towels and products. Great shower head.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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