The Forum

Property class: 2.5
Family-friendly motel within walking distance of OC Waterpark

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You'll be in a fantastic location at The Forum, just a 5-minute walk from OC Waterpark and Ocean City Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at FROSTED, which serves light fare. A children's pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $140
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

Double Queen Beds - Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a mirror, and a skylight.

Family Apartment Upper

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a lamp, and a chair.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a mirror, and windows with blinds.

Family Apartment Lower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern kitchen with a stove, oven, and coffee maker, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and decorative plants.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bathroom with a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Premium Suite, Patio, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
800-814 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226

What's nearby

  • OC Waterpark - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 24 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 38 min drive
  • Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal) - 51 min drive
  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ZRA-RR Station) - 26 min drive
  • Atlantic City Rail Terminal - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Curly's Fries - Colony Walk 2003 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Forum

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at The Forum, just a 5-minute walk from OC Waterpark and Ocean City Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at FROSTED, which serves light fare. A children's pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 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
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 25

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bike repair services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

FROSTED - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves light fare only. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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

Is The Forum currently open?

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

Is there a pool at The Forum?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Forum?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Forum?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Forum?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Forum?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Tropicana Casino (18-min drive) and Caesars Atlantic City Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Forum and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, an arcade, and a picnic area.

What's the area around The Forum like?

The Forum is a short 4-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk and 19 minutes' walk from Ocean City Beach.

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Reviews

The Forum Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, well-maintained, and offered many places to sit, with umbrellas for shade. (32 reviews)
  • The hotel is within a short walking distance to the beach, making it an ideal location for beachgoers. (21 reviews)
  • The motel is located close to restaurants and the boardwalk. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Place was wonderful room was super modern, nice size bathroom, close to boardwalk which is a big plus, with two coffee places across the street. Big pool, very friendly staff they came out at one point for ice cream for everyone. A great place very family focused!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Don’t hesitate to book. Place is clean! Modern amenities and a great town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great locations- walking distance to boardwalk, beach and shopping, restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, 1 block from the beach. Room and pool were very clean, staff very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Our recent trip to OCNJ and our stay at the Forum were excellent, the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Parking like any shore town and hotel is ample but tight overall we did have a parking space. The room was nice, the owners are in the middle of renovating the hotel and it shows. I definitely would recommend the Forum and looking forward to future stays.
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10/10 Exceptional

perfect location, super clean, and great service.
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8/10 Very good

Convenient to biking, beach, has parking
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean Pool was clean and temperature just perfect Liked the microwave and refrigerator Beds are comfortable Close to boardwalk and restaurants
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6/10 Good

This property is all about location. No frills motel two blocks from the boardwalk and beach. Check in was smooth and luckily we were able to get in our room two hours early. Room is basic with small fridge and microwave. No ventilation in bathroom was a bummer. Employees we dealt with were all nice but one of our towels was accidentally taken by a cleaner.
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location. Updated rooms. Great pool. Friendly front desk staff. Staff maintained a quiet environment in the evening.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very kind and polite. Parking was easy. Pool was very clean. The view was incredible.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms are updated and clean. We had one small issue with our door and it was fixed immediately. Great location in town.
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8/10 Very good

Great location staff was helpful one issue was I wish you can check in before 4 pm. Thanks for a pleasant stay will be back
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, everyone in the staff that I came in contact with was extremely pleasant and helpful. Kids loved the pool.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean, the beds were firm but very comfortable. Our room was ready early. The staff was great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay. Convenient location. Staff was very nice and super helpful. Only concern I had was stacked parking if didn’t get a single space. That just stressed me out so we just waiting for a single spot and didn’t go anywhere in our car while we were there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay! Staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Room was clean, nicely decorated and offered all needed item. Housekeeping was on site to assist with items or services on request. I Pool was clean, we'll maintained and offered many places to sit. Cyld use a couple of more umbrellas but all in all a very enjoyable stay!!
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is clean, modern and very comfortable. The location is excellent , about a block or two to the beach and also to downtown shops and restaurants. Parking is included, as are 2 beach tags. The pool is great and a nice feature. The reception staff are very pleasant and helpful. Definitely will stay here again and highly recommend.
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8/10 Very good

Staff are friendly, rooms clean. Only issue: AC makes loud noise when turning on. Everything else perfect.
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8/10 Very good

Overall, we had a very good stay at The Forum. The location is excellent and just a short walk to the boardwalk and beach, with a great coffee shop and bike rental place conveniently located right across the street. There was a slight miscommunication before our arrival regarding beach towels. We were under the impression they would be provided, but upon arrival were told we could use the bath towels for the beach, which we preferred not to do, so we ended up purchasing our own. That said, whenever we had a question or issue during our stay, the staff was extremely courteous, responsive, and helpful. We had reserved a pool view room but ended up with a room facing the street/parking area. Surprisingly, this worked out in our favor because it was much quieter, so no complaints there! A few things that would make the experience even better: dedicated pool/beach towels, a heated pool, and TVs with streaming capabilities. Overall, a solid 4-star experience…comfortable, convenient, friendly service, and you really can’t beat the location in Ocean City.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place for kids and walkable to boardwalk. Really enjoyed our stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in, clean, updated, great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

They are very nice and their pool is good.
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10/10 Exceptional

great location, close walk to boardwalk and to a cafe for breakfast, nice and clean hotel with friendly staff who followed up each day to assure good services
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Accommodation!

Very impressed with the Forum. Looked newly renovated, very clean and room was cleaned and beds made in the morning...will definitely stay again!