The Forum OCNJ

"I enjoyed my stay here. The location is awesome and the rooms are really nice especially for a motel. But the back door to the room I stayed in didn’t shut properly. At one point we came back to the room and it was cracked open even after shutting it all the way. We kept it padlocked for the rest of the trip. Also we had to use a chair to hold the curtains back because they didn’t shut all the way. The doors don’t insulate sound very well so you can hear the neighbors if they’re loud. Also a bit pricey but it was a nice stay."

"The Forum was a great choice! I looked at several places to stay in OCNJ and decided on The Forum. My biggest reason were the positive reviews for cleanliness and the reviews were very accurate! The morning of our stay I received a text to verify that I was over 25 and some other details (by the way this checked another box on my list, because I didn't want to stay where there were a bunch of kids partying). Digitally signed the document and when we arrived the only thing I had to do was head to the office to show ID. Check-in is not until 4 but, I was told that the room should be ready no later than 3 and they confirmed my cell number and told me I would receive a text that the room was ready and the door unlock code. At 2:50 I received a text that the room was ready. Some reviewers of other locations said the pics on the website did not reflect the room they were getting but, the room I received matched perfectly! I took pics as soon as I was inside so the room looks like the pics minus the bag on the bed. The room was clean and there were plenty of towels. The pool was great! It was very clean and there was more than enough lounge chairs and umbrellas. If you have kids they have a gentleman at the pool each day we were there making balloons for the kids and one day he was making sand art for/with them. The Forum is about 1.5 blocks from the boardwalk so all I had to do is park and I could walk to the boardwalk or the shops on Asbury. Even though this is a kid friendly place you could not hear the kids outside or above you for that matter. The beds were comfortable, the water was hot and had very good water pressure with a great walking shower. The rooms were modern. There was a big screen TV in the room and although I didn't need wifi the signal was strong anywhere around the property. As far as parking goes it can be a little tight but, they have an overflow lot which we used that was right across the street from the hotel and it was safe and secure. Some other places I looked at had you parking your car 3 blocks away or, charged you $15.00 to $25.00 a day to park. We had a great time and overall experience at The Fourm and this stay made me decide to stay here and not look around elsewhere. Sure, there are cheaper spots in OCNJ but, for the cleanliness, peace and quite along with being able to walk just about anywhere made paying a little more definitely worth it! I forgot to mention that as part of your fee you get beach tags to use while you are a guest at The Forum which was great! Thank you to all of the staff from the owners to the housekeeping staff and support personal for a great getaway!"

"This was my husband's and I first time staying at The Forum and we couldn't have been any happier! The rooms were clean, the pool was nice and the workers were so sweet and made sure their guests were happy. We loved that they got rid of carpet because I stayed at places before and they had trapped odors because of them. The room was beautiful! We even wanted to extend our stay, but couldn't since they were fully booked. We will definitely be back! Thank you to The Forum!!"

"Fantastic staff! The youg lady I believe her name was Anisha. She was absolutely incredible and helpful. She went above and beyond for my family and I after the hot water went out. She took the time to make sure we were OK and gave us another room so we could use the shower. The rooms were incredible really clean especially the bathroom. They also had entertainment at the pool when I was there. They had a guy making balloon animals for the kids and a guy who was rocking out with the guitar playing some good tunes. I would definitely recommend this place to stay and I'll definitely be back next summer ☀️"

"What a great find in OC where the prices usually give you the bare minimum because hey you’re at the shore right? This motel was impeccably clean with a comfy modern room and everything is updated and pristine. Great, friendly service. Excellent location. Impeccable pool and cold air in the room. The beds and pillows are so comfortable. Microwave, blow dryer, iron. No need to bring toiletries because they have you covered with full size products in the shower and not those tiny tubes. Cafe across the street, one block from the boardwalk. The staff/owners are amazing and so helpful. We will definitely be back."