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Hurricane sandy slammed into the east coast with fury seldom seen in these parts. I live an hour inland, and I lost power for the better part of a week. When I finally got it back, I learned of the tragedy that had befallen areas to my east. Seaside seemed to get whacked the hardest and the star jet roller coaster was the most palatable image of the destruction, as the hurricane had pulled the pier out from underneath the behemoth. The houses and communities that had been leveled didn't resonate with as many people as the star jet, though they were much more tragic. Soon after seeing it in the ocean like a steel kraken, seaside heights mayor Bill Akers remarked that he'd like to see if it could be left there as a tourist attraction. He was roundly criticized for the comment, as the owners of the coaster would like to get it back into action and are trying to figure how to return it to its grounded location. In January 2013, a local man boated out to the structure, climbed up it, and mounted a flag. For some reason, they arrested him. The flag is still up there, and it seems like a good addition to me. It may be months before it's pulled out of the brine, but until then, as the mayor wanted, it made me drive into town. I surely won't be the last.

Seaside Heights Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Seaside Heights Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Seaside Heights Beach
Casino Pier showing rides

Casino Pier

Enjoy classic boardwalk fun at Seaside Heights’ perennially popular amusement park and oceanfront pier.

Casino Pier

Ortley Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ortley Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ortley Beach

Breakwater Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Breakwater Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Seaside Heights. Amble around the area's seaside or experience its art scene.

Breakwater Beach

Breakwater Beach Waterpark

Bring the family to Breakwater Beach Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Seaside Heights. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Breakwater Beach Waterpark

Seaside Heights Sky Ride

You can take time to visit Seaside Heights Sky Ride during your travels to Seaside Heights. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Seaside Heights Sky Ride

Ortley Beach Hotel Deals

Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore

Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore

3 out of 5
290 Route 37 East, Toms River, NJ
The price is ￥22,354 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥22,354
￥25,623 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Toms River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Comfortable stay.
"Older hotel that has been refurbished into a Days Motel. Is in good shape and a decent value for TR in the summer. Beds were good. Room was clean. Overall property was clean and kept up. Only negative was not all elevators were working."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Days Hotel by Wyndham Toms River Jersey Shore
Aire Hotel North Beach

Aire Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
133 Carteret Ave, 133, Seaside Heights, NJ
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Seaside Heights. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (494 reviews)
"Overall good experience would stay again"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

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Atlantic Inn & Suites

Atlantic Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
1916 Rt 35, Belmar, NJ
The price is ￥14,881 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
￥14,881
￥17,057 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Belmar. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
A simple place to lay your head
"Arrived to a power outage in the area. The front desk manager was nice enough to allow me into my room so I could change and hit the beach, which was the reason for my visit After a looooong day working in the heat the ocean was about perfect. Got back after my swim and power was restored, as was ..."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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Aztec Ocean Resort

Aztec Ocean Resort

2.5 out of 5
901 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ
The price is ￥14,311 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥14,311
￥16,404 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Seaside Heights. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (683 reviews)
"The room is what you should expect at the Jersey Shore. No frills, yet clean and conveniently located. The staff was very kind and helpful and welcoming. The bed is hard and needs extra pillows."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Aztec Ocean Resort
Crystal Inn Neptune

Crystal Inn Neptune

2 out of 5
706 Highway 35, Neptune City, NJ
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Neptune City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Good quality room, good staff, great location, has a pool."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa

The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa

3 out of 5
1205 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
The price is ￥27,252 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
￥27,252
￥35,645 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Point Pleasant Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The property itself is nice and was very convenient for our family. 3 different pools, private beach and the boardwalk is a short walk away. There were 2 things we were not happy with. The mattresses were rock hard and the sink is outside of the bathroom. Besides that, we enjoyed pur stay."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa
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