Crystal Sands Motel - Motel in Wildwood - 307 E Hand Ave, USA

This Motel is like a step back in time. In a good way! A very family-friendly motel, the Crystal Sands offers very clean rooms with a nostalgic vibe. I don't think the owner was looking to purposefully offer a throw-back setting, but one step into our room with kitchenette was like going back to my childhood in the 1980's. From the electric coil cooktop, to the toilet with a HUGE tank, to the wall decorations, the room brought back a flood of memories. I was shocked at how well everything was maintained and how clean the room was. Dave, the owner, was very nice and offered tips on the neighborhood. I got the impression he doesn't favor people who are intoxicated on his property. This is not the place to party. But it is the place to bring your family for a nice, clean, and boardwalk-adjacent stay!

We decided to do a last-minute, extended-weekend trip to Wildwood. This was the ONLY room that we could find for less than $200 per night. The owner, Dave, is very kind, friendly, and helpful. Our room is a really nice size and very clean, the beds are comfortable, and the pool and deck are beautiful. This place gives me old-school vibes in the best way! It feels like the motels I used to stay in when I was a kid (in the 1990s lol). It's right next to the boardwalk as well. We will absolutely be coming back here!

Super clean rooms, great hotel owner, easy to work with and very accommodating. Friendly staff, great location, owner takes pride in the facility. ||The motel is a Doo Wop motel, and the owners are committed to maintaining the family-oriented, Doo Wop experience at the Jersey shore. If you're looking for a great place to stay, this is it!||No complaints. Our group will be back next year!

My husband grew up spending summers in Wildwood, NJ, as his family had a place there until they sadly sold it. Despite that, his love for Wildwood remains strong. For the past decade, we've brought our three children here, staying at different places each year. Last year, we finally found our perfect spot at Crystal Sands Motel.||Just a few days ago, we returned home from our annual family vacation at Crystal Sands, and I already can't wait to go back! This was our second consecutive year staying there, and I can confidently say it's become our home away from home for future vacations. Here are some highlights from our stay:||Positives:||Impeccable Cleanliness: Cleanliness is super important to me, and the Crystal Sands Motel exceeds expectations. The rooms, the pool, the property—everything is always spotless. This level of cleanliness is truly impressive and appreciated.||Family-Like Atmosphere: The owner, Dave, is wonderful. He goes above and beyond to make you feel at home and part of the Crystal Sands family. Need anything? Dave will make it happen. His dedication to the motel, including his constant cleaning, contributes to the welcoming environment.||Perfect Location: Situated right off Rio Grande and only a block away from the boardwalk and beach, the location is unbeatable. There's so much to do nearby: a delicious ice cream shop next door, a breakfast/lunch spot a 15-second walk down the street, Kohrs Bros Ice Cream around the corner, an awesome mini-golf place, bike rentals at the end of the street on the boardwalk, and the beach, the beginning of the boardwalk, the WW sign, and Convention Center all just a block away!||Affordable Pricing: You truly cannot beat the price, especially compared to other hotels on the island. Dave isn't price gouging like other places, and everything is very reasonably priced. I always prefer to save money on a room and use that saved money for activities and dining out.||Cons:||Retro Style: The motel has a 50s-era Wildwood style, which many people like and enjoy. It doesn’t bother me, but it might turn off guests who prefer a more modern look.||Firm Beds: The beds can be a bit on the harder side. Some people might prefer this, but it's worth noting.||Long Walk to the Beach: This isn't the motel's fault, but the beach at this spot is probably the longest in all of Wildwood. It took me about 10 minutes to walk from the boardwalk to the water. To combat the long walk, call the beach taxi service—they’ll pick you up on the boardwalk or at the beginning of the beach and drive you to the water.||Despite these minor cons, the pros outweigh them by a long shot. We absolutely love it at the Crystal Sands Motel and cannot wait to go back! I am hoping we can go for a long weekend again this summer for our oldest kiddo's birthday.||Thank you, Crystal Sands Motel, for another fantastic family vacation!||— The Iannuzzi Family

If you’re looking for a clean family friendly hotel, this is the place. The hotel is very clean and smells good when you walk in. The cleaning lady was very nice and gave us fresh towels everyday. The pool is the perfect size along with a crossed off area just for the kiddos! The pool is very clean, they clean it every night. The beds were comfortable and the air conditioner worked amazing! The mini fridge worked wonders and helped us freeze our water bottles to take along to the beach. Right around the corner is ice cream shops, miniature golf and a bagel cafe, the boardwalk and beach is very close as well. This hotel I would 100% recommend. It is very tidy and well taken care of. The owner Dave was very kind and helped us with whatever we needed. They don’t have ice machines but they do have an ice freezer which you can get the owner and he will fill your ice bucket up for you for free! 10/10 best hotel in Wildwood, NJ

Recently stayed at the Crystals Sands for a weekend while in town for Beach Blast. The location was great . We were a block from the boardwalk main entrance. The staff was very friendly and accomodating! The rooms were outdated they were very clean and the kitchenette was nice to have. Would definitely go back!

Made a last minute beach trip last summer and found this place out of pure luck, one of the few spots with availability and pleasantly close to the boardwalk! Clean rooms, clean pool, clean property, very friendly staff. The check-in office feels like walking into someone’s home and the gentleman behind the desk made sure we had everything we needed that they could provide. Definitely planning another trip with them this summer and for years to come!

My family has been staying here the last 3 years. It's quiet, clean & close to the beach. The owners are very friendly and helpful. They clean the pool every night, have a grill for use and a large sun deck. Very affordable and a short walk to the shops and boardwalk.