Name: The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa
Address: 1205 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, 08742, US

2/10

Poor

20 Jul 2026

Robert

We checked in all good but was told the restaurant, and lounge closed . Ok , we went out to dinner came back our hotel floor smelled of pot and our hotel room smelled I was throwing up , staff did nothing . Following day again restaurant and round. Closed the last day we were leaving restaurant and lounge was open for one night. They have a hair salon nail salon on site that was never open and we were there for four days so basically he stayed just in a hotel.. the sand kitchen to get lunch we waited for half hour. The service was horrible.. very disappointed for the amount of money that we spent and not even a sorry for me throwing up because of the pot smell. Meanwhile, the hotel is a smoke free environment. Very disappointed will never go back.

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2026

Patricia

The rooms were very quiet, no noise could be heard from any other rooms. The air conditioning was very good.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Jennifer

This was a great Family Vacation my kids enjoyed all the amenities pools/beach access/cafe BEST LOCATION

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Laurie

The staff was great and the amenities are amazing. The two outdoor pools, indoor pool and hot tub were all in perfect condition. The Paddy Wagon transportation service saved us tons of money on uber. This is our second time and we will be back again!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Dawn

We had a blast....

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

Ishaan

This hotel was a hidden gem. Right on the beach, the room was clean and spacious. The staff were friendly and welcoming during our stay. Air conditioning was well maintained during our stay. I would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a good time at the beach. Tradewinds restaurants was very nice and elegant, the hotel was kind enough to give us a 10% off coupon. Our room key wristbands were also helpful in terms of access to the pool and other amenities. The front desk also gave us towl cards for either beach or pool which was a nice gesture.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2026

Emily

Rooms are clean. Amazing proximity to the beach. Safe and family friendly. Stayed here 3 times as a single mom and would go back again.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2026

Lorraine

This was a underwhelming first stay at this property. Check-in process was smoothe enough and desk agent was polite and helpful. However, the motel room was hardly one I would pay $350 for. It was extremely small and needed updating. Beds were ok but barroom was cramped. The air conditioning was hard to regulate (either too hot or blasting cold). Beds were okay. Window had something smeared or stained on it, and the door needed replacing. The tow outdoor pools and beach access were good. However, the main amenities (spa, gym, indoor pool,) were in a building across the street and a block away. And the restaurant/bar was closed, so that was disappointing. Not sure I would book again…

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2026

ELIZABETH

Rooms very dated for the rate paid, check in took 45 minutes and still wasn’t right until the next morning due to miscommunication with hotels.com and the resort even thought it was settled months prior to be sure when we got there there would be no issues but unfortunately no one knew anything about anything and the one person in the notes in the system that did was unreachable. Do not get breakfast there insanely expensive and low quality. Beaches and pools beautiful, and boardwalk within walking distance and so much fun

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2026

Carissa

I haven't been to this place in a long time. This trip my boyfriend and I were here and it was really good! The only downsides were the hot tub jets being broken and the Sandbar Kitchen services, but there was only one (1) person running the front and maybe two (2) in the back. But the staff there was friendly and helpful, and the location was great for the beach and boardwalk. I would stay here again, but if you want to stay here, keep in mind some of the amenities may or may not work/be in service. I highly recommend asking the staff, once again, they are very kind 😊

Partner

4/10

Poor

14 Jul 2026

carrie

Not good- staff not helpful. Restaurant and bar never open (why have them?
And it’s summer) no coffee offered in the am- and they do have a water machine but hidden in corner and we didn’t know about it till we left.
Just an odd place to stay.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Linda

Great bar and restaurant. Everyone was pleasant and helpful. There is a free shuttle.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Steve

Great location away from busiest areas while still walking distance to everything in Pt Pleasant. Resort is large with 3 outdoor pools (2 beachfront). Pools don’t get overcrowded even during a peak weekend. Rooms can use upgrading but I found it to be very clean which is the most important. Would be nice to have functional windows to allow fresh air in the rooms. The AC has to be on blast for temp control. Overall for a beachfront resort the amenities are always the most important and they do a great job of keeping the areas clean and functional. Big plus having some food options on premises and the sports bar/ lounge in the main building is very nice.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2026

Celina

Close to the beach. Private beach.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2026

Ilyse

perfect beachfront stay. good value. simple rooms with a microwave and fridge, which was nice. great location. nice pools. close walk to beach

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

13 Jul 2026

Chandra

worst rooms, ask for the address before you stay Expedia and hotel keep it discrete and you will come yo know it is a stupid motel not 3 star hotel. they upcharge. shoppers must leave reviews then only businesses realize how important it is to be honest and well priced. window unit ac and worst beds

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

13 Jul 2026

Amanda

Great access to the beach from the hotel and nice to have a private beach area. Our room was near the pool which was nice as well.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Carol

Great stay for the shore vacation

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2026

John

Nice room, great location. Righr

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2026

Dean

For a place that has been there for a while, I couldn't tell. I was there for work and still felt like I was the top guest to the staff. Great place to stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Kelly

Pool

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

08 Jul 2026

Don

Why you spend all that money to stay in a resort type area and their hotel bars closed it’s pretty sad

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Oreatha

From the beginning of my stay to the end, everything was beautiful. Ms Hodge add the reception desk was extremely kind and helpful. The whole staff went out their way to make the lions move fast and each da

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Kevin

There are plenty of great places to stay in Point Pleasant in the summer. But nothing is quite like the White Sands. I've been staying there all my life. The proximity to the boardwalk, the amenities of the hotel, the two pools, access to beach. You can save a few dollars staying elsewhere. But it's the total package and completely worth every dollar. And the restaurant Tradewinds is the hidden gem of it all. Highly recommend.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Andrea

The amenities were perfect having access to pool and beach made everything so easy. The only thing I can recommend is better mattresses or a mattress topper at the least.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Kaitlin

Loved the property & access to beach was great !

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Jonathan

Loved the proximity to the private beach, the boardwalk and plenty of places to get good food. Facility is clean. The room we had was decent with a little balcony. I’m going back, getting a better room and not booking through Expedia.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2026

Joe

Great location, clean rooms

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2026

Maria

This was the best location, right on the beach, and not too close to the noisy boardwalk. It was kept very clean. And they had their own private beach.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2026

Frank

Liked everything!
Except: the bathroom is tired - old tub and the toilet was too low!

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jun 2026

Melissa

Small room, and noisy air conditioner with no option for running a continuous fan. So you were woken up every time the air conditioner kicked on. Very Loud toilet flushes. Pillows were flat.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Aimee Lynn

Nice staff and clean

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

antonia

This was a nice place to stay except the breakfast by far was one of the worst breakfasts I’ve ever had. The food came out cold.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Jennifer

The White Sands is my go-to stay in Point Plea

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Matthew

Second time staying at White Sands and we will be there again next year! Thank you

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Melissa

Overall excellent!

Friends

2/10

Poor

22 Jun 2026

Danielle

Staff not helpful at all

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Joseph S

PROs: Location, clean, modern, true resort, great staff, pools (outdoor and indoor), spa, proximity to the beach, sunrise view from our balcony, e-wristbands that conveniently serve as room keys and more. Bonus points for the cute towel swans on our bed when we arrived.

CONs: (No actual cons for this resort).
We were only staying over for a night but hope to return for a longer stay in the near future to more fully experience the resort.

Having stayed in a few of the nice properties in Point Pleasant over the years, this one is the best I have experienced. Location is close enough to walk to the rides and boardwalk but just far enough away from the summertime crowds to relax. Proximity to the beach couldn't be more convenient. The staff is positively wonderful, professional, friendly, and very helpful. Overall, this resort is very well thought out, offers amenities beyond other properties in the area. I easily recommend it to anyone searching for a place to stay in Point Pleasant.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

Mark

Excellent location. Walking distance from the amusement area, and right on the beach.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Tara

Perfect location for a quick getaway. The White Sands is located right on the beach, with two amazing outdoor pools, as well as an indoor pool and spa. Delicious iced coffee was served by an amazingly friendly, hardworking employee at the Sandbar. The place being on site is so convenient for breakfast and lunch. A very easy walk to the boardwalk made my 12 year old twin boys very happy. We will definitely be back!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Krysten

Clean rooms and beautiful social spaces. Close to the boardwalk and right off the beach. We only stayed the night so we didn't use all the amenities but we would have loved to.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

joseph

great restaurant.tradewinds great location 10 minute walk to boardwalk

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Sharon A

wonderful beach front room! short walk to the boardwalk. very clean. staff excellent. would definitely go back.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

18 Jun 2026

Aaron

our room was never cleaned . had twalk across the stret for towelsd. Never got a receipt upon checkout
would never stay there again

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Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jun 2026

Julie

The room had a wonderful view. HOWEVER, when I search hotels I look for hotels with hottubs. I called and made sure it was working. They said yes. Get there and it is not working. She said I should of asked if it was a jacuzzi. That is not how it is stated on line. I was VERY disappointed. The one thing I wanted. The staff needs to communicate appropriately and state it is not running as it should be.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Janet

Room was very clean, friendly staff, quick checkin and checkout. Great location!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Philomena

We had a view of the parking lot but if you looked right, there was the ocean. It was like having ocean front without paying for it. The room was ok. But the convenience to the beach and boardwalk was great. You give a little you get a lot. Also the lounge and bourbon bar and restaurant were very good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Gabriel

We had an amazing stay at White Sands! The property was well maintained. We arrived early and despite our room not being ready we were able to park and received bracelets for the pool and beach. My daughter loved the pools and it was never overcrowded. The front desk texted us when our room was ready and it was modern, spacious, clean with a balcony overlooking the street. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend the White Sands and we are already planning our next weekend here!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Claire

It was an amazing vacation at a beautiful hotel. The White Sands has everything needed for a wonderful ocean front vacation.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Joseph

Beautiful hotel with lots to do, strongly recommend

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Laura

Location was great. The property on the ocean side a bit dated. Staff and amenities were perfect.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Aleksandrs

Great AC, very spacious room and courteous staff

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Kimberly

Great place to stay!

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

William

Just know there are additional charges at check in . 135 dollars extra for one night .

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jun 2026

Nicole

The room was beautiful and the view was amazing! My only complaint is that the air conditioner in the room that had the balcony did not work at all. That thing was going non stop but was not blowing out cold air. Due to this the room remained between 78-80 the entire stay.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Jun 2026

Raymond

I went for two days with my son and my grandson, we visit Jensen amusement park. We had a good time. My room was very clean, we had two rooms with king-size beds, which was amazing. The room was nicely painted moldings brand new floors. I was impressed, I would advise to get some type of area two hook, the towels and your bathing suits. There was nothing to hang beachwear., I will say the restaurant are building 50 was very nice. Also, the food was very good, but we were served our food with no utensils, we repeatedly had to ask for straws, utensils, coffee. I seen a few people also ask for jelly for their toast, Chris was OK but was not very attentive… we wanted to eat outside, but the music was very very loud. How could you enjoy breakfast?…. If you’re going to book there for vacation, a lot of the places are closed because they focus only on Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday…. So after 8:00 PM, there’s really nowhere to eat., I had an issue and maintenance came right away and resolved the problem….

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

11 Jun 2026

Letitia

We didn’t realize the dunes were present and blocking much of our ocean front room view.
The waves were blocked. Even when we walked up the beach up the dunes we were not high enough. We understand they are necessary.
We are visiting from Florida and formerly from NJ.

We could not get a simple egg breakfast on Sunday at the beach restaurant. Only the buffet was offered. And then it was closed on Monday and Tuesday.
The stairs needed sweeping and the terrace floor needed painting and the rail was moldy.
The staff when asked was very helpful. Front desk cordial and efficient.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Beth

We had a great time

Friends

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

KIM

First, I’m gonna qualify my response by saying I stayed on a Monday and Tuesday during the second month of June. While I realized they’re not in full swing for the season even though they should be since it’s after memorial day the outside restaurant and coffee shop was not open while I was there. This was one of the reasons that I book this hotel. It would be great to stay on the property to get coffee in the morning breakfast and or lunch, but that was not the case. It should have been explained to us at the time of booking that it would not have been open and might have meant the difference in me booking this hotel. Other than that, the place was ok, a little dated maybe particularly for having the name”resort “ attached to it instead of just “hotel “. I would suggest that the hotel think about putting some kind of hooks or command hooks in the bathroom as there were no towel, racks or hooks to hang any towels or clothing. There was a musty smell to the hotel room. There were plenty of outlets in the room. I thought the pools were well-maintained and they were plenty of lounge chairs by the pool.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2026

Dorothy

Nice motel on the beach, a few block south of the boardwalk. Good location.

Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2026

Mindy

This place is right on the beach and they have beach chairs and towels you can use. The office to check in is across the street. After noon, you can pre check in and they tell you they will contact you when your room becomes available. This is not true. They don’t contact you so expect a line at check in time. It’s walking distance to the board walk.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Christopher

Great Historical spot. Can’t wait to come back.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Jennifer

Have stayed here the past few years. Great location. Staff are wonderful. Hotel is very clean. Great pools and beach access!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2026

Krista

Proper Was very nice water pressure and never got very hot the breakfast and lunch restaurant really needed help one person there doing everything pools were very nice easy to get to the beach Away from hoardwalk but only a few minutes walk I would stay here again

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Linda

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was extremely clean. Would stay again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2026

Luis

Right at the beach!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Jayne

I enjoyed the location to beach and boardwalk. Several pools and plenty of lounge chairs.

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Paula

The location is fantastic- beachfront, walk to the boardwalk but enough distance from it that it doesn’t feel chaotic. Check in wasn’t great because we never got a text that the room was ready! Lucinda was one of the nicest and helpful staff members I’ve encountered-
The pools are very nice -3 of them plus a small kid pool. Some tlc needed on screen doors and bathroom fans, etc. but pretty nice for the Jersey shore overall.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Michele

The girl at the front desk was unbelievable I have not had such good customer service in years. I hope she is recognized for her exceptional work. She had blonde hair I’m sorry if didnt get her name her positive attitude and attention to detail was so appreciated.

Partner

4/10

Poor

01 Jun 2026

samantha

The room seemed like it hasn’t been cleaned since last summer. sink was dirty and shower was freezing cold. Staff was great when checking in.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Brandy

Always a great time

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jun 2026

Mona

Location good, beach access good, beds comfortable, room clean but no hot water. Staff unconcerned, advised third party chooses the rooms and to book direct for a better experience. Agree with a fellow traveler during our stay, “one and done”.

Partner

4/10

Poor

31 May 2026

Miriam

Pool towels were not available in the afternoon, staff was not knowledgeable, didn’t know how to use the system, shabby interior

Partner

4/10

Poor

30 May 2026

Diana

The hotel manager and staff were telling us a dozen times that we should have booked from the hotel directly and not use third party services such as Expedia. The clerks at the check-in desk didn’t know how to use their system, took three people to figure out the check in. We stayed one night in one room and other two nights in another room and the staff was very unhelpful - no late checkout or early check in whatsoever. We had a sense that they even enjoyed our discomfort. Having stayed in two rooms, only the ocean view room was nice the other was shabby.

Partner

4/10

Poor

30 May 2026

Mark

Very disappointed with the overall experience. The location is great but that’s about it. Room was musty and we woke up the first morning to no hot water.
I’m glad we only stayed two nights. Lesson learned… don’t be drawn in by Resort & Spa label.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2026

Gregory

No table lamps only very bright room lights or darkness. I had to use TV as a night light. No USB charging ports in the suite.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Jorge

Excellent service, clean and right at the shore and board walk

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

27 May 2026

Barbara

Room was not as described on website and when asked about the room I was told that when you “use a third party to book a room- this is what you get and no changes are allowed’. I asked if the rates work the same way………

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Mia

Rooms have always felt very clean! Friendly staff. Great place to stay close walk to boardwalk

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Mary Ellen

The room was clean and comfortable, we didn't use the pool or hot tub but both looked very nice and well maintained. Dinner at Tradewinds was lovely and the breakfast restaurant was not yet open for the season. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful.
The hotel is close enough to the boardwalk to be an enjoyable walk and the beach was beautiful!

Partner

4/10

Poor

19 May 2026

Cara

While the location is ideal, the hotel is in desperate need of a complete rennovation if they are going to charge the rates they are charging. The room was beyond filthy, old and run down. No hot water, walking around barefoot was a risk beyond health concerns, and nothing worked (TV, AC, MICROWAVE, COFFEE) until we called for a maintenance person (who was great). Think twice before spending your money at this very old dated property.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Lisa

Nice property and rooms were clean and roomy. Great location in point pleasant!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Deanna

Beautiful property and incredibly kind staff.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

Joshua

No information about the property amenities, no restaurant menus in the room, no directory, no times pool is open, had to kept going downstairs for information.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

27 Apr 2026

Patrick

The rooms were very basic, the walls very thin. TV was small with a grainy picture. They lock the hotel at midnight and I had to beat on the door for 30 minutes to get into the building after a wedding.

Self

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2026

mary

Stayed for a wedding which was in the area. Room was comfortable and clean. The hotel was fairly empty since my stay was off season.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2026

Kristie

Nice rooms

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2026

Kim

The room was clean and comfortable but had a very strong smell of air freshener we had to open the slider for a few hours to air it out.

2/10

Poor

22 Mar 2026

Kathleen

Booked this property for the use of the indoor pool during a mother/daughter trip and last minute find out they have the pool closed down for maintenance. The website was not updated to reflect this and finding out the day of too late to make other plans

6/10

Pleasant

02 Nov 2025

William

Room was good, Staff was ok, Pools were advertised as heated but were ice cold, hot tub was broken.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 Sep 2025

Doreen

Staff was helpful, room clean and comfortable

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Angela

Nice hotel with free shuttle service

Nice hotel with balcony room and nice amenities including a refrigerator, microwave, hand held shower and magnifying mirror. Fitness center with indoor swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, hair salon, onsite lounge and dining options are all a plus. Motel section across the street has outdoor swimming pools and beach access and restroom facilities in the pool area is convenient. I visited off-season so the cafe on the motel side was closed but it's located by the outdoor pool overlooking the beach which is nice.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2025

Sonja

Good location, clean and easy to deal with.
Would definitely stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Sep 2025

Barbara

Website indicates breakfast available, not true,
Room not soundproof

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

16 Sep 2025

Massimiliano

I am putting below what I put in my email to the hotel via the expedia portal:
\"Hello, there are a couple of things bothering me. First, your hotel is marked as an \"Oceanfront\" hotel and that is what I thought I was booking. When we pulled up, I see the hotel is one block away from the beach. I did not say anything when checking in as I did not want to seem like a complainer with my companion so we went about our business. The stay was generally ok but after getting home yestrerday and reviewing my reservation, there is nothing state on my reservation that said I would be a block away. I went and looked at all those beautiful photos online remembering why I booked this hotel, but yet I did not get any of that! no patio facing the water, no outdoor pool, no convenience of having a bathroom a couple steps away from the beach, nothing. yes, the room was ok. The next day when we went down the street to get coffee, I see you have another hotel there, on the beach. Why was I not staying on the Ocean front? We were never told about this at check in. Were there facilities there that we were allowed to use? Does not look like that was the case and yet you are charging us a resort fee. For what? you don't need beach passes after labor day. There are no outdoor grounds in the building we stayed and feel like it was a bait and switch. I feel like we got way less of a product than we were shown on your Expedia listing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Katherine

Beach access, parking, convenient!

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2025

Ann

All a wonderful experience

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2025

Rachel

Room was fine. Hot water took forever.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

14 Sep 2025

Larry

I was disappointed because the hot tub was broken. The mattresses need be replaced. The hotel is due for upgrade. It was fine for a weekend. Point Pleasant Beach is nice and the area. I wouldn't stay at this hotel again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

Paul

Excellent pool, family friendly and walkable to all the major attractions.

Leisure Family