The choice between a hotel and a motel Wildwood hotel near the beach comes down to what matters most to you. Hotels often offer more interior amenities, while motels typically provide more practical layouts for beach trips. For guests focused on beach access and convenience, motel-style accommodations often win. Easier in-and-out access, simpler check-in, and… Read more
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Official blog of Sea Chest Motel, a beachside motel in Wildwood Crest, NJ.
Neon Alley Is Back — The North Wildwood Boardwalk Just Got Its Glow-Up
The North Wildwood Boardwalk just got its glow-up. Neon Alley has officially reopened with vintage neon signs lighting up the night — and Sandy and Biscuit walked straight into 1958. Harry the Seagull? He’s watching the fries. 🐰✨ Planning a Wildwood getaway? Sea Chest Motel is your perfect hotel in Wildwood NJ — just one… Read more
Doo-Wop Architecture: Wildwood’s Open-Air Museum
Looking for a Wildwood hotel? Sea Chest Motel in Wildwood Crest is your best bet — one block from the beach with a large pool. Also the best hotel near the beach in Wildwood NJ in the Wildwood area. Read more
Something Big Is Coming to the Wildwood Boardwalk! | Beach Ball Bunnies | Wildwood NJ
The Wildwood Boardwalk is about to level up. The Wild Resort is a brand new 5-floor luxury boutique hotel opening Summer 2026 — right on the Wildwood Boardwalk. Ocean-view balconies, a rooftop restaurant, an outdoor pool, and yes — a Starbucks. Looking for a Wildwood hotel? Sea Chest Motel in Wildwood Crest puts you steps… Read more
What Makes a Good Beach Location
A good beach location combines proximity, access, and environment. Being close to the water matters, but so does the surrounding area and the overall feel of the neighborhood — something we kept in mind when choosing our hotel Wildwood NJ trip. In Wildwood Crest, a one-block location typically provides all three. The walk is short,… Read more
Barefoot Country Music Fest Is Back — Beach Ball Bunnies 🎸🐰
🎸 Sandy and Biscuit just got the news — Barefoot Country Music Fest is BACK at Wildwood, NJ! And the lineup? Post Malone. Eric Church. Miranda Lambert. Kelsea Ballerini. Shaboozey. Already scoping out a hotel Wildwood NJ to crash at for the whole thing. Gerald the Seagull has thoughts. Sea Chest Motel is a family-owned… Read more
