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Forbes
29-04-2025
- Forbes
Looking For A Hamptons Alternative? The Weekend? The Asbury Ocean Club Hotel Is A Terrific Option
Memorial Day is just a few weeks away and now is the time to start planning for that fun beach weekend. While the Hamptons has long been the prime choice for New Yorkers, Asbury Park is an amazing and more convenient alternative. Just a short and traffic-free ferry ride, followed by a quick taxi commute, will deliver you to Asbury Park. This iconic beach town boasts a stunning beach, a vibrant music scene and a boardwalk lined with activities such as mini-golf and arcade games. Enjoy a pool with a view Wondering about hotel options? If you want to retreat into luxury, the Asbury Ocean Club Hotel is the place to stay. This property combines high-end touches with a laid-back, beachside charm. Opened just a few years ago, the Asbury Ocean Club Hotel offers excellent service, lovely rooms and terrific food. A suite worth the splurge The rooms are designed with clean lines and neutral tones, and have an abundance of natural light amd a super, beachy vibe. Bathrooms are equally impressive, outfitted with marble countertops, rainfall showers, and premium amenities, providing a spa-like experience right in your room. For a splurge, consider the Penthouse Suite, which comes with a large wraparound terrace and provides expansive ocean views. Grab a poolside snack The beach is just steps away, but most guests tend to gravitate towards the large infinity pool. You can grab a chaise with an ocean view or slip into one of the private cabanas. The poolside restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy al fresco treats such as a margarita flatbread with heirloom tomatoes or a cocktail. The Drawing Room is a stylish and contemporary dining venue that offers both indoor and outdoor seating with panoramic views of the ocean. Here, the menu emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients. Guests can indulge in popular dishes like grilled NY strip steak with caramelized maitake mushrooms or a house-made pasta. Enjoy a sunset yoga experience If you seek a bit of activity, you can spend a morning in the state-of-the-art gym; expansive windows that provide a sweeping view of the ocean make workouts less of a chore. Outdoor yoga and other fitness classes are also available. The property also offers a 'Pedal & Picnic' package which includes bike rentals and a bespoke picnic basket featuring gourmet treats. Asbury Hotel All guests, but especially families, may want to check out additional experiences offered by the hotel's sister property, The Asbury Hotel. Just across the street, The Asbury Hotel has a bowling alley, rooftop movies and an impressive line-up of live performances; and almost every night is karaoke night.
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Monmouth County hotel recognized in Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards is out and this year only one hotel from New Jersey made the cut. The report features top luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises worldwide in a global rating system that distingishes these establishments in three catergories such as five star, four star and recommended. The 67th annual list spans more than 2,100 properties in 90 countries. It features 336 five-star, 645 four-star and 567 recommended hotels, the report stated. "Forbes Travel Guide's Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality," says Amanda Frasier, FTG's President of Standards & Ratings. "This year's list reflects the changing landscape of luxury with properties setting the standard for authentic experiences, unparalleled amenities, enhanced well-being and the delivery of unforgettable moments. We are thrilled to recognize their dedication to creating world-class experiences for today's discerning guest." This year, only one hotel from New Jersey was named on the list and it's in Monmouth County. Asbury Ocean Club Hotel in Asbury Park was named to the recommended list. Here's what the inspectors highlights revealed about this spot on the Shore: "The luxury hotel brings a taste of Hamptons elegance to this newly revitalized town along the Jersey Shore. Sleek, glass-walled exteriors encapsulate warm interiors (Nicholas Nixon coffee table books, plush settees and roaring fireplaces) that attract a well-heeled crowd on cozy New England nights. Asbury Ocean Club Hotel occupies a prime location, just one block from the beach and boardwalk and a stone's throw from shopping, restaurants, nightlife and music." The list also has 79 five-star, 128 four-star and 64 recommended restaurants; 124 five-star and 224 four-star spas; seven four-star and seven recommended cruise ships. Below are the key findings from the United States according to the report. These resorts in the U.S earned five-stars for 2025: Arizona: The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician and Luxury Collection Resort California: The Maybourne Beverly Hills and Olivella restaurant at Ojai Valley Inn Montana: RiverView Ranch and Spa Montage Big Sky This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Asbury Ocean Club Hotel earns Forbes Travel Guide Recommendation
