Top 8 New Jersey Resorts (2025)

New Jersey may be close to New York and Philadelphia but it feels far from city life. The famous Jersey Shore is lined with sandy beaches and quiet towns, while year-round resort towns such as Cape May boast boardwalks, fishing piers and a host of activities. Whether you’re after a historic seaside retreat or a sleek modern resort, you'll find it here. From grand Victorian-era properties with beach access to elegant country resorts and contemporary beachfront hotels, there's plenty to choose from. Our experts at The Hotel Guru have selected their pick of the top resorts in New Jersey to help you plan your perfect getaway.

For an elegant escape

• The Madison Hotel offers the best of both worlds. Genteel surroundings for a relaxing stay, whilst the New Jersey Midtown Direct Express to New York is located one minute from the hotel's entrance, so you can be in central NYC in an hour! The spacious rooms feel timeless with period touches, and the grand Victorian-inspired greenhouse-style conservatory hung with chandeliers oozes romance. There are also multiple dining options, indoor swimming pools, a gym and large grounds. 
• Just a block from Asbury Park's vibrant boardwalk, Asbury Ocean Club is a stylish haven with a serene pool, chic rooms with ocean views and a rejuvenating spa. The Drawing Room is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, plus guests can enjoy a cocktail from the poolside bar under the hydrangea-draped pergola. A tranquil beachside experience.

For a great value stay

• Looking for a luxury waterfront resort that won't break the bank? The Reeds at Shelter Haven is hard to beat. It boasts on-site restaurants, sea views, a spoiling spa on two floors and a rooftop terrace with plunge pool and hot tub. With chic, contemporary rooms at reasonable rates, it offers an affordable weekend break with style.

For a golfing getaway

• Set over 670 woodland acres, Seaview, A Dolce Hotel is home to The Bay and The Pines golf courses — considered some of the best in North America. Three restaurants offer a range of dining experiences, plus there are tennis courts and two pools, so it's not just golf on the menu! Nearby Smithville Village is home to more than 60 shops, perfect for some serious retail therapy too. 

For the views

• Set on the banks of the Hudson River with views over New York City, Envue Hotel occupies a prime position. Sleek rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and a rooftop restaurant make the most of the incredible vistas. Leave the car behind — the ferry is nearby, so there's easy access to Broadway, Times Square, Central Park and Madison Square Garden.
• Hotel LBI on Long Beach Island has a stunning rooftop boasting far-reaching views of the surrounding area and the sea beyond. Spacious rooms and suites with flexible sleeping set-ups all feature kitchenettes, plus there's a beach club, indoor pool, and multiple dining options. A complimentary shuttle runs regularly to the beach three blocks away.  

For family fun

• Congress Hall in Cape May has all the ingredients for a fab family holiday in the sun. Two pools (one adult-only), beach, spa, great food, yoga, fitness, kids club, and culture within walking distance. Resort fees include fun children's activities including riding, tree printing, slime-making, hayrides, S’mores and painting. For the grown-ups, the property's Boiler Room pizzeria turns into a bar and nightclub after dark with craft beers and artisanal cocktails.
• With rooms sleeping up to six plus a kids club, kids' menus and direct access to the beach, Wave Resort is another great family pick. Boasting an enviable spot in the heart of Pier Village, this sleek modern hotel offers chic rooms with swathes of glass making the most of the fantastic sea views. There are four dining options, a large pool and swim-up bar, plus a spoiling spa. 

Still not sure? 

• Browse through our full list of accommodations in New Jersey
• Consider our favourite properties on the Jersey Shore
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.