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Shawmont Hotel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Ocean Grove

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Free WiFi
Standard Room, Beachfront | Free WiFi
Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront | Free WiFi
Family Room, Ground Floor | Bathroom
Premium Room, Ground Floor | Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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17 Ocean Ave N, Ocean Grove, NJ, 07756
  • Place, Ocean Grove Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradley Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Asbury Park Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Linden, NJ (LDJ)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Room, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Ground Floor | Free WiFi

Family Room, Ground Floor

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

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Premium Room, Ground Floor | Free WiFi

Premium Room, Ground Floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room | Free WiFi

Premium Room

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor | Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor | Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront | Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Partial Sea View | Free WiFi

Premium Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Family Room, Ocean View | Free WiFi

Family Room, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Beachfront | Free WiFi

Standard Room, Beachfront

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

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Grove Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bradley Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Talula's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Moonstruck - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Odyssey Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toast - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Asbury Park Distilling Co. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shawmont Hotel

Hostel in Ocean Grove
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Beach and The Stone Pony less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Shawmont Hotel ?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Shawmont Hotel ?

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

Shawmont Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, a bit run down
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Perfect vacation spot @

Perfect location right on the beach. We had a room with a view. Everyone there was pleasant and helpful. There was coffee and teas in the morning in the lobby. The room with 2 double beds and a refrigerator was perfect and it had a furnished balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Amazing location & friendly staff

Excellent value and location very close to Asbury Park Boardwalk. Staff is extremely responsive and friendly. Felt very welcome. Located directly across the street from the beach abs very near Ocean Grove’s Main Street with has a bunch of shops and also some food options. Very quiet at night so recommend for those looking to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and helpful. Property was well kept. Rooms were clean. Across the street from beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Phyllis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I really liked being across the street from the ocean. Unfortunately I thought I had paid for a partial view of the water and our room didn't even have windows. There was a tiny porch that overlooked other toof tops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location of the Shawmont both to the shopping area as well as the beach. The staff is so friendly and helpful. Have stayed there several times and always plan on coming again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodations. Hotel is literally across the street from the ocean. The beach is pristine. The boardwalk is perfect for a stroll, bike ride or sitting on the bench to take in the ocean view. Parking is street parking. Free but can be challenging. I got lucky and found a prime spot on Ocean Ave. Main Street is a very short walk where some eateries, restaurants are located. Ashbury is also a short 5 -7 minute walk. More food options there as well. Lifeguards are on the beach (schedule depends on time of summer season). A beach pass needs to be purchased to use the beach while lifeguards are on duty. Shawmont Hotel provides a QR code plus password to qualify for a discount. Just in case, visitors are unfamiliar, Ocean Grove is a dry town. Ashbury is not. I enjoyed the tranquility Ocean Grove has to offer its visitors.
View from my room. I had an Oceanview room with terrace. This room is not ocean front. My mistake when booking. There are oceanfront rooms with a terrace.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not the worst, but not the best…

My girlfriend and I stayed the weekend down the shore for our anniversary and stayed here for 2 nights. Staff was very nice, place was clean, and it was right next to the beach. However, the hook on the bathroom door was broken so we had no where to hang towels, the lights in the ceiling fan had 2 white and 1 yellow, the toilet barely flushed and made a very loud noise, room had no fridge, was very small, and had a weird odor when you first walked in. Also, the continental breakfast they offered was just bagels, muffins, and coffee. Overall, not worth the price I paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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