Weekend Getaway to Beach Haven
1hr 15min from Philly • 1hr 40min from NYC
Long Beach Island's Beach Haven is a small town with good restaurants and water sports on an 18-mile barrier island. Bayside sunsets are the evening routine.
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Why Beach Haven for a Weekend Getaway?
Beaches with $10/day badges
Family amusement park with rides, games, and attractions for all ages.
Easy drive from NYC and Philadelphia
Island Entertainment Hub
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Your Beach Haven Weekend Itinerary
Friday Evening
Arrive in Beach Haven
Check into your hotel and freshen up
Dinner
Dinner close to where you are staying
Evening stroll
Walk the boardwalk or downtown to get oriented
Saturday
Breakfast
Start with a local breakfast spot or hotel dining
Beach time
The beach is quietest before late morning
Lunch
Grab lunch at a casual beachside spot
Afternoon activity
Explore local attractions or water sports
Sunset
Watch the sunset from the beach or a scenic spot
Dinner
The weekend’s main dinner — reserve ahead in summer
Sunday
Breakfast
Relaxed breakfast before checkout
Final beach time
One more dip or walk on the beach
Check out & depart
Check out and head home
Tip: Leave by noon to beat traffic
Where to Stay in Beach Haven
Spray Beach Oceanfront Hotel
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Oceanfront hotel at East 24th Street in the Spray Beach section.
Best for: beach-access
Sea Spray Motel
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Motel on South Long Beach Boulevard in Long Beach Township.
Best for: beach-access
The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club
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Resort and beach club on South Atlantic Avenue in Beach Haven.
Best for: beach-access
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Where to Eat in Beach Haven
Smokey's Bar-B-Q
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Must try: Barbecue plates at Smokey's in Surf City.
Side Door Donuts & Coffee
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Must try: Donuts and coffee out the side door in Beach Haven.
Shore Good Donuts Inc
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Must try: Shore Good Donuts is Ship Bottom's donut stop.
Ship Bottom Brewery
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Must try: Craft brewery pouring its own beers in Ship Bottom.
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Beach Haven Weekend Getaway FAQ
How long does it take to drive to Beach Haven from NYC?
About 1hr 40min from New York City without traffic.
How long does it take to drive to Beach Haven from Philadelphia?
About 1hr 15min from Philadelphia without traffic.
Do I need a beach badge in Beach Haven?
Beach Haven beach badges cost $10 per day or $50 for the season; children under 12 are free.
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Choose your stay
Choose a place in Beach Haven, then check the room and full price for your dates.
Check dates, full price, room details and terms.
Compare the full price and cancellation terms
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