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Thunderbird Motel

2.5 star property
Motel within walking distance of Breakwater Beach

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Beach nearby
Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Living area
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Interior entrance
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Near Breakwater Beach and Seaside Heights Beach, Thunderbird Motel offers a welcoming stay with in-room WiFi and free self parking. Guests appreciate the helpful staff that makes their visit truly special.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge

Room options

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Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Living area

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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132 Kearney Ave, Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751

What's nearby

  • Casino Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Breakwater Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seaside Heights Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaside Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ortley Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 30 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 66 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪EJ's Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Aztec Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Captain Hooks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Three Brothers From Italy Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Roll - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Motel

When you stay at Thunderbird Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Seaside Heights Boardwalk and Seaside Heights Beach. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 1 and April 30.

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Thunderbird Motel Motel
Thunderbird Motel Seaside Heights
Thunderbird Motel Motel Seaside Heights

Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Motel currently open?

The property is closed between September 1 and April 30.

Does Thunderbird Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thunderbird Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 25.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Thunderbird Motel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Breakwater Beach (5-min walk) and Casino Pier (8-min walk), along with Seaside Heights Beach (11-min walk) and Ortley Beach (1 mi).

What's the area around Thunderbird Motel like?

Thunderbird Motel is a short 4-minute walk from Seaside Heights Boardwalk and 11 minutes' walk from Seaside Heights Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Thunderbird Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Boardwalks
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Air conditioning
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Parking
Bathroom
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What guests liked

  • The property offers a perfect walking distance to the beach, boardwalk, and restaurants. (20 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and easily accessible for guests. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good and convenient stay

The hotel is affordable and close to the boardwalk, we enjoyed our stay will be coming back to seaside to stay here again
Dakota, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, check in was a breeze everyone working was friendly, great hospitality. It will be a go to spot to stay whenever I’m in town!
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Affordable

The service was great & the room was very clean. We had a really good 2 night stay.
Lani, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay! Staff super friendly, very close to boardwalk, clean and spacious room, felt very safe, bed bug covers, microwave, fridge, etc. Owner let us park there when we got there at 10am even though we couldn’t check in until 3pm. Our one night here was great and we will definitely be back!
MaKena, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

About 4 blocks from the beach.
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this Gem

Never disappoints! Great stay as always! New pullout couches would be a good investment because just a little to lumpy and uncomfortable sleeping on the bed.
LESLIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, only spot I stay at here
Laura, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay was great and fast check in. Close to the beach and the rooms were sizable and clean.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a much needed weekend away and hotel was perfect, super clean owner super nice and cant wait to go back..
kathy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, close to everything
Felix, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

No coffee pot.
Janet, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room had black mold in bathroom and no towel rack and no cups. No hangers in the closet. I would not stay at this motel again.
Joe, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Ac was insanely loud sounded like a helicopter and banged when it went on and off
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jane and her people were very accommodating excellent service I would stay here again just for the the service thank you
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This motel was amazing!! Stayed here for the week of the 4th of July and could not have been happier. There was a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, clean rooms, plenty of towels, and even 3 locks on the door to assure you feel safe (normal, deadbolt, and a chain lock). Not that you need it because the area felt safe, but it’s nice to have that regardless. About a 5 minute walk to the beach. The staff was above and beyond. They provided us with an extra parking pass we requested, gave us a rundown of the place, and even helped us carry up our luggage to the second floor! I will 100% be staying here again when I return to Seaside.
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Cassidy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Seaside Heights vacation

Great place to stay! Very friendly staff! Me and my daughter stayed in a room with a kitchen and we loved it! We will DEFINATELY stay here again on our future trips back to Jersey!
Candi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms were old, but very clean would stay there again surrounding area a little rundown but the stay was great. Staff was very friendly.
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owner is super accommodating and friendly. Stayed ther 3 years in a row.
David, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

We couldn't even stay with the bugs. Owner said he would refund me and didn't. Smoking as you walk in to check in.
Melanie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

On a scale from 1-10 I’d give a 7. Positives are cost, large rooms, quiet, some parking is covered. Negatives are cheap mattress and pillows, dark inside (room 1). Not a 10/10 for sure.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean space friendly staff
Jovani, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous friendly check in. Room super clean! Great parking for the area.
TONY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a comfortable stay. The rooms were clean, the shower pressure was good, the water was hot, and the beds were comfortable. Linen, soap and shampoo were provided, but I recommend bringing hairdryer, moisturizer etc. with you. The room we were in had a microwave, and medium sized fridge, larger than the regular hotel mini-fridge. There was also a gas range, but no utensils. If you're booking the junior suite, and plan on cooking, bring utensils with you. However, there are plenty of places nearby to eat, and that's what we did. Quiet place, not too far from the boardwalk, wouldn't mind staying there again.
Sonali, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jersey shore weekend

I stayed here this past weekend. I really enjoyed the stay. The room was clean. The staff is super friendly. Parking was easy. The best part is the location. Would stay here again.
Matthew, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location! You can walk everywhere! Hooks restaurant and bar isnjust around the corner as well ! The manager and the owners son were extremely quick to reapond to any issues ! The 2 bedrooms were excellent
Austin, 3-night trip