Positive Reviews
positive:
Free coffee and cookies.
The little extras, like free coffee and cookies in the lobby, is a nice touch, and guests say it helps to create an enjoyable, social atmosphere, where you can meet other vacationers, as well as being a great start to the morning.
positive:
Central, characterful location.
Guests like the location, saying that while it's near the beach, the Romantic Zone neighborhood of Belmar also offers plenty of character and local amenities, including pleasant restaurants and independent shops. It makes for a perfect, laid-back afternoon of browsing and eating.
positive:
Helpful, personalized service.
The staff at this hotel seem very knowledgeable and guests say that they go out of their way to provide a friendly, personalized service. Whether you have a query about your room or you want to book an excursion, there's someone at the front desk to help.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Some small rooms.
Guests warn that the interior standard rooms are very small, so if you're staying as a couple with a fair bit of luggage, you might find it a tight squeeze. If you think you'll want more space, it's worth paying a bit more and booking a suite.
negative:
Traffic noise.
The traffic noise can be a bit of an annoyance, according to guests, particularly if you're in an exterior, street-facing room. Apparently the hum of the air con can help to drown out the external noise, but it's not an ideal fix for light sleepers.
negative:
Unreliable WiFi.
Don't rely on using the WiFi at Belmar - guests say it's fairly weak most of the time, which can be a pain if you're trying to plan elements of your trip, or contact friends and family back home. You may have to find local cafes with WiFi instead.