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The Forum

2.5 star property
Family-friendly motel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Living area
Deluxe Family Apartment
2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

Explore the area

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800-814 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • OC Waterpark
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playland's Castaway Cove
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Queen Beds - Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment Upper

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family Apartment

Deluxe Family Apartment

Deluxe Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment Lower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - queen
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - king
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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About the area

Ocean City

A family-friendly stay in Ocean City awaits you at The Forum. You'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from OC Waterpark and 10.9 km (6.8 mi) from Atlantic City Boardwalk. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a short walk of this Downtown Ocean City motel include Ocean City Boardwalk and within a 20-minute walk you'll find Ocean City Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • OC Waterpark - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Atlantic City Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Music Pier - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Three Brothers Pizza - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Forum

Family-friendly motel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
The Forum offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly The Forum.

This Ocean City motel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Forum offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Restaurants on site

  • FROSTED

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at The Forum.

Property is also known as

Forum Inn
Forum Motor
Forum Motor Inn
Forum Motor Inn Ocean City
Forum Motor Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
Forum Motor Hotel Ocean City
Forum Hotel Ocean City
The Forum Motel
The Forum Ocean City
The Forum Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Forum?

Yep, The Forum is a short 19-minute walk from Ocean City Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forum?

As of 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forum on 8 Sept 2025 start from NZ$318.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Forum have a pool?

The Forum has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does The Forum have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at The Forum, but OC Waterpark is a short 3-minute walk away.

Is The Forum family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Forum is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Forum?

No, The Forum does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Forum?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Forum?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Forum?

There isn't one on site, but Pirate Island Golf is a short 9-minute walk away.

The Forum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 697 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANETTE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a little bit overpriced of what they offer but the place is close to the to the beach. It’s easy parking. We always stay there every summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ginny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Forum was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Some information could be given more easily.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

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

Very nice staff

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haido

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property. Rooms are very nice and the balcony was perfect size
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We’ve stayed here before and we’re super happy, but they’ve let it go. Dirty carpets in the room, smeared hand prints on the entry door, carpet frayed so bad the tacks hurt you if you step on them. The balcony area had fresh mustard tracked all through the area. I alerted the hotel and it was still there 4 days later including on the carpeted area. The best features about the hotel are the pool & the upper outside decks. The rooftop deck with fire pit was great on a chilly night. The staff is super friendly and accommodating. Housekeep did a wonderful job. It just needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bhakti

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Property was good, bathroom was also good but no coffee in the room or in the reception area for the price they charge. When we asked the manager, he said people steal so we don’t keep it. That’s not the way you treat customers. If then they should return the $400 I paid for a night and charge only half. We will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narjs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach. Very accommodating staff, clean rooms, nice pool, parking family friendly location, close to boardwalk rides, attractions, and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kalapna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gunjan, Warrington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Forum is an updated, family friendly motel in OCNJ. The front desk was friendly, and I appreciated the easy check in. The bathroom is modern and spacious. Parking is fine, and easy walk to the beach. I love that they have an outdoor shower to rinse off sand. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jamon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Yessenia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised with this property. Typically shore hotels/motels are outdated and worn but not this property. It has obviously been remodeled very recently. The room looked like it was brand new, it actually smelled of bleach when we walked in so I knew it was clean. The beds were very comfortable with good linens. There are no extras really, lobby is just for checking in- staff was very friendly, location was GREAT! Close to everything. It was very convenient to walk back and forth to the boardwalk. I would definitely return. What this place may lack in amenities it makes up for in cleanliness. It gets the job done.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property, including the room, was clean and the staff was friendly, helpful and responsive. The property is starting to show its age a bit so some renovations are probably necessary. The biggest issue we had was the noise coming from Atlantic Ave. We stayed in a room that overlooked Atlantic Ave and while the noise from the street is not something the hotel can control, a bit more soundproofing might be helpful. It was especially loud at 6:45am with the multiple garbage/recycling trucks and nj transit buses.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my quick trip. Walking distance to the beach, easy check in and check out. Clean modern room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with family

Clean

Clean room. Great location. Got here late and leaving early. Just one night passing through so can’t give much more info. We didn’t use many amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff and easy check and check out process. Parking is easy and if have to park in a stacked spot, the staff can move your car for you if needed. Beach passes were provided during the stay and a free gift bag was given during check in. The rooms are very nice, clean and updated. Tv has satellite and options for hdmi ports for video game consoles. Very nice pool access during the day. The only downside would be noise levels despite a noise curfew in place. If you are a light sleeper, be aware the doors to the rooms are heavy and every time someone enters or exits their rooms, you will heard the doors slamming shut. Also, you can hear the transit buses since there is a stop right outside the hotel across the street. If you like to sleep in darkness, I recommend an eye mask since the curtains are not completely light blocking. Otherwise the stay was very pleasant, safe and very close walking distance to the boardwalk and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nestor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024