Albatross Hotel

Feb 16th, 2024

We spent two nights with my wife in this hotel. It was so romantic and dreamy. All the stuff is so friendly and kind. Great experience all over
Sep 22nd, 2023

GREAT energy, fueled by the new owners as of 2023. Cant wait to come back after the Remod in 2025!!
Sep 9th, 2023

The new ownership of the 1881 Albatross Hotel (sister to the Majestic Hotel) in Ocean Grove goes to great lengths to make your stay comfortable in an old eclectic shore hotel which has been touched up (awaiting a major 18 month renovation beginning November 2023) after getting worn for several years. The rebirth of the Albatross and touch up on the great room/lobby, freshly painted rooms, new mattresses/pillows, rugs, AC window units, made it a great stay for us and has become another gem for Ocean Grove and nearby Asbury Park. The building is 130+ years old and even though it is a three floor walk up, they will be adding an elevator and baths to all rooms when they close for the renovation. Currently, some rooms have a shared bathroom and shower. Our room was two twins (my daughter and I) and shared shower/bathroom across the hall. We never had to wait to use them, they were maintained and very clean. Our room had a sink and mirror. AC unit, ceiling fan and comfortable beds. Bring an extension cord as you may not have a plug near your bed if you are charging hour device and using it as a clock. The porches at the Albatross are so inviting and welcoming, and have a great view and gives opportunity to meet the other wonderful people who work there and stay there. Parking is free and in the street and we didnt have any issue finding something a very short walk from the building. The Albatross offers discount beach passes, had some bikes we could use, a snack station with coffee, water and tea, some mini fridges by the snack bar to keep some things cold, and a continental breakfast with yogurt, fruit, and pastries. The Albatross is centrally located and about a 10 minute walk to Asbury by boardwalk or bridge. I absolutely fell in love with this charming old building, its location and the people who manage it. It was home away from home. As it awaits its renonvation, the new owners make it affordable, welcoming and comfortable. Thank you To the staff: Trudy, Kirk, Dominic (dad Roger), Renee, (fellow with a beard and cant remember his name). You all made our stay wonderful and memorable. Cant wait to see the next phase of the Albatross completed! Before November 2023, if you have the chance, stay at this old school eclectic shore hotel before its renovation and then comeback after its transformation. Very excited for The Albatross and its new ownership/management! Linda and Mackenzie
Sep 17th, 2023

I LOVED the character and charm of this old Victorian hotel. I was able to book my room the day before with Katy, who was delightful over the phone. She explained, in case I didn't know, that bathrooms and showers were shared. I've stayed in hostels and college dorms, so this is nothing new. Kirk greeted me when I arrived and gave me a tour with some history of the hotel. He was extremely kind and friendly and even welcomed my friend, who was staying at their "sister" hotel a few blocks away. Trudy, the hotel's hard working manager, was authentic, intelligent and kind. The wonderful staff made me feel at home and were happy to help with anything I needed. The bed in my room was extremely comfortable and I appreciated the sink. The room was very clean as were the bathroom and showers. Children are welcome at this hotel. There is a quiet time after 10:00 pm, which I appreciated. The location is perfect and on street parking was easy to find. I hope that once the renovation is complete, the Albatross Hotel will maintain its 19th century magic.
Sep 3rd, 2023