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The Forum

2.5 star property
Family-friendly Ocean City motel in North End with a seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Deluxe Family Apartment | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Double Queen Beds - Pool View | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
800-814 Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Popular LocationOC Waterpark3 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean City Boardwalk4 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean City Music Pier19 min walk
  • AirportAtlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)23 min drive
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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

The Forum is located in North End, a neighborhood in Ocean City, and is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Atlantic City Beach, while Boardwalk Hall and Borgata Event Center are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Don't miss OC Waterpark. Kayaking, scuba diving, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • OC Waterpark - 3 min walk
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 4 min walk
  • Gillian's Wonderland Pier - 7 min walk
  • Carey Stadium - 8 min walk
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Curly Fries - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Music Pier - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Forum

Family-friendly motel near OC Waterpark
A short walk from Ocean City Boardwalk, The Forum provides a terrace, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Bike rentals, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at The Forum feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 25-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Restaurants on site

  • FROSTED

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

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
The seasonal outdoor pool opens in May
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
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
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is 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

Does The Forum have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forum?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forum on Aug 27, 2024 start from $295.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Forum pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Forum?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Forum?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Forum?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Forum located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from OC Waterpark and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Atlantic City Boardwalk.

The Forum Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 610 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

dana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed here once before in a family suite and had a wonderful experience. This time not so much, room was dirty , chips on the pull out sofa bed , says it slept 5 but only slept 4.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For our first time staying over in Ocean City it was fantastic. Everything from the start of the booking and going in to get the keys to our room went great. Questions were answered quick and straight to the point. Liked the staff as well. Rooms were clean and everything was organized.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great and everyone that worked there was very accommodating for anything that we needed. But the listing is for a room that sleeps 5 and in the picture the room has a day bed that looked like it would work great. After checking i we had 2 queen beds. I asked if the room we booked was available they stated that the room that is listed on Expedia can not be guaranteed by them. They brought in a cot which worked but i was disappointed in Expedia for advertising a room that was not available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

IRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love The Forum we stayed an extra night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

jennifer, Jersey City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room categories in their site vs Expedia do not match. The hotel checked me into a room that didn’t match the description of the one I paid for. We didn’t have washer dryer as falsely advertised. I called The front desk. They were going to speak with manager. It’s now 2 full days later I still haven’t heard from anyone with a resolution or refund for not honoring the room originally booked. We traveled with family. One of the other rooms had a dirty toilet and when we expressed that to front desk, they said we should’ve filed a complaint via documentation received at check in. In addition yesterday someone at front desk stated room service started at
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly loved our stay at the Forum! It is located conveniently a block away from the beach. There is easy on site parking. Beach tags provided. The room was clean and modern. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Oludare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location decent price clean rooms , updated and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anna, Butler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Troy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was advertised for 4 people. The sofa bed was tiny and didn’t fit 2 kids. It also wasn’t well padded. Worse than a futon. The staff were unhelpful and kids had uncomfortable sleep. They told me I should have brought an air mattress. I actually called before our stay and they told me it was sofa for 2 adults. There is a lot of street noise and street lights until very late. They didn’t clean the room during our stay. I would not stay here again. They should have given us a discount, different room, roll away bed or spare mattress. Their disregard for our comfort was ridiculous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

ENRIQUE

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are big and new. Floor of room was dirty. Very good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a great stay.
Did a great job remodeling. Aesthetic is beautiful and cozy. Pool was great. Front desk staff amazing. Room could be a little cleaner. Stains on the wall like someone threw something and it was half cleaned, comforter had some staining. Would definitely stay again though, maybe cleaning staff had a off day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Raina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to beach and boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
The hotel staff was incredibly friendly and very helpful. The room was exactly what we needed and very close to the beach/boardwalk. The pool was perfect (very clean) and the live music was a nice touch. Thank you for a fabulous stay in OC. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yenith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very satisfied with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The housekeeping was not good they didn’t clean the bathroom or swept the room. The bathroom door kept Coming off the railing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went for a quick weekday trip and stayed 2 nights. Rooms are updated and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dianna

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5