Name: The StarLux
Address: 305 East Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood, New Jersey, United States of America, Wildwood, New Jersey, US
Price range: US$113–US$153 per night
Rating: 8.3

What guests think

The StarLux delivers a clean, retro‑themed stay with friendly staff, convenient extras like bikes and beach chairs, and a heated pool and hot tub that many guests highlight, creating a fun base for visits to Wildwood.

Location is widely praised for being steps from the Wildwoods sign, boardwalk, and restaurants, with safe, convenient parking. Rooms range from simple motel-style and small cottages to larger suites; decor is fun mid‑century, though some find rooms small, dated in spots, or bright without blackout curtains. Common drawbacks include occasional noise, especially near the road or boardwalk, a basic continental breakfast, and off‑season amenity closures or inconsistent hours. Expect a nostalgic, well‑kept motel‑style stay focused on convenience and friendly service.

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Facilities

Guests consistently praise the heated pool and hot tub, plus complimentary bikes, beach chairs/towels, and convenient parking; a lounge and retro extras add to the vibe. Some report off‑season closures or inconsistent hours (e.g., pool/hot tub, fire pit).

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Matthew

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was super clean which is a big thing for our family. Location was excellent with the beach & boardwalk right there along with mini-golf, ice cream & food places. Staff was friendly & awesome. Property was a great doo-wop experience/vibe, clean pool & hot tub area, great hang out room with pool table & big screen smart tv options with plenty of seating that my kids loved, vending machines & free breakfast/ice, complimentary bikes. This place is great all around and we'll definitely be staying here often.

10

Michael

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking was very good. Front desk was excellent customer service. Room was spacious and very clean. Definitely will be back

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Joseph

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff misled me twice—once the day before I arrived and again at check-in—saying the hot tub and pool were available when they were not. When I checked for myself, there was no sign of “tile maintenance” as claimed: no tools, and neither the pool nor hot tub was drained. It seemed more like staff didn’t want to monitor swimmers that evening. With no amenities, my wife and I had nothing to do but sit in our room watching TV. At check-in, we were told breakfast was from 7–10 a.m., but the next morning it wasn’t ready until 8. Staff seemed confused and at times rude. For example, I was told the bikes were unlocked, only to find them locked. I had to return, then carry a bike out from a pile while the employee watched without offering help, putting my back at risk. I would not return to this hotel.

10

Michael

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Family Weekend at Star Lux ! Check in was fast and friendly on Friday night. Our room was clean and beds comfortable. The heated pool was amazing in the morning. All staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is steps from the boardwalk. All restaurants and shops are walking distance. Parking was convenient and safe well lit lot. We will for sure be staying here again.

10

Michael

22 Apr 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

StarLux is a fun place as always. Good to see they installed a charger for EV's Don't ever change!

10

Nicole

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed in one of the small rooms and it was perfect! About the same of a standard bedroom, perfect for 2 people and some luggage. A nightstand would have been great! But the close proximity to the beach, the pool, the hot tub, the free beach chairs, the free bicycles available made this the perfect stop! Loved it, will be back again.

10

Eric

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very satisfying… Staff was very polite and helpful… It was downtime… So not that crowded… We got the small little yellow house in the back… Which we were totally fine with… Very comfortable… And the bed and the pillows were great… The hot tub was awesome… And the pool was great temperature as well… Although we didn’t use them… They offered free beach chairs , bicycles , boogie boards were available as well… Miniature golf right next-door… Beach across the street… Coffee station right next-door… Breakfast right across the street… Ice cream right across the street… And a very reasonable price…👍👍💯

10

Michael

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We've stayed here many times, and it has always been excellent. It's a fun place, 60's space doo-wop. Pool and hot tube were immaculate, Comfortable beds.

10

Michael

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The cottage is pretty sweet. The room is definitely small, and the TV is small too, but otherwise it was nice; comfortable bed, mini fridge, quality shower head/flow, even a balcony. It's really close to the boardwalk in an excellent location, too. Considering that you get use of the other hotel amenities, like loaner bikes and beach chairs and use of the pool and hot tub, it's a great value.

10

Michel

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Heated pool & spa are awesome

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point across reviews, with rooms and common areas frequently described as very clean or spotless. A few note isolated bathroom issues (e.g., grout or tub/shower).

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Kathleen

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were amazingly helpful, room was super clean, except shower/tub. Front desk staff were so helpful!

10

Michelle

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was lovely and accommodating! The room was clean. A very easy check-in/check-out process. I would stay here again.

10

Lisa

8 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service from start to finish. Hotel smelled great. Very clean. Could walk to the beach.

10

Kate

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great family place to stay. Close to the beach. Super clean. Friendly and helpful staff.

10

Sarah

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The Starlux was clean, very friendly staff and a great location. The pool was lovely - and heated which was great given that the temp dropped quite a bit the week we were there. There are beach chairs and bikes available at no extra charge which was wonderful. We would stay there again for sure.

10

Jacqueline

15 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel was just off the boardwalk, so it was very convenient to the beach, shopping and dining. The rooms were very clean and loved the vintage decor. The tile in the bathroom is a little older, but adds to the vintage feel. Pool is heated which is a nice bonus when the ocean water is still cold. Free continental breakfast was a nice unexpected surprise.

10

Thomas

7 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable.

10

Robert

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a wonderful stay. The room and environs were very clean. The cleaning staff should get extra credit.

10

Jeffrey

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This place was extremely clean and the staff was super helpful! Great location as well

10

Caroline

9 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Girl at front desk was helpful, friendly and courteous. Room was ready, clean and exactly what we needed!

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Rooms

Rooms have a playful mid‑century style, ranging from compact motel rooms and tiny cottages to larger suites with kitchenettes; many find beds comfortable. Downsides include some small or dated spaces, noise and light bleed, view disappointments, and occasional maintenance or Wi‑Fi issues.

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Elizabeth

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It was a little noisy at times with kids screaming. Our room was right by the elevator and I believe would always be noisy. But it was tolerable. Layout of the room was perfect!

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Eric

14 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros - Clean, friendly staff, great location, bikes/lawn chairs/beach gear available for use for free Cons - noisy, extremely bright in room due to poor blinds, no curtains and bright lights that you can’t turn off right out the rooms,

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Peter

29 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this property in January, 2024, on our way to Florida and before taking the Cape May / Lewes ferry. The room was clean. However, the room was cold because the door, which opened to the outdoors, did not have weather stripping along the bottom of the door. the gap was at least 1/2 inch. The room should not have been rented to us. Also, the room was too small for the amount & size of furniture. Probably a great room & location in the warmer months.

10

Daniel

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This business stay was an amazing experience. The hotel is classic. As soon as I entered my room I immediately thought of the Jetsons. The room looked like it was built in 1950 but it was immaculate. Plenty of towels and all of the amenities that anyone could ask for. A great hotel and highly recommended.

6

Laurel

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice surprises were a cute free breakfast with coffee/juice from 8-10am And streaming tv ( no DVD player) In room lava lamp is adorable. Not-so-nice things I didnt appreciate that the partial ocean view was mostly of the parking lot and dumpsters In room coffee maker is awful!! Even though 58 degrees outside at night, the fire pit wasn’t on? I was told the fire pit isnt on during summer- yet fall began 2 days ago in 2025… Overall, cute little room (king suite 310) and nice stay considering off season. I would never stay in season because outside noise was quite disruptive of loud motorcyles and garbage trucks.

6

Patrick

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stay in the Bungalow, it is really small, bed one table lamp and that is it. if what you want is where to sleep this is your option.

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Rene

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das ,,Hotel,, ist ein Motel mit Pool. Das Frühstück ist ein Witz und die Räume sind zwar sauber, haben ihre besten Tage aber schon hinter sich. Für ein oder zwei Nächte ok, allerdings für den Preis völlig überzogen. Laut und hellhörig. Einzig die Lage firekt an Strand hat den tweiten Stern gebracht.

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Ron

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had problems connecting to the internet other than that everything was good

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DEBORAH

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location for convenience, very clean, fantastic staff, great shower and towels. Would stay again. Might bring earplugs next time due to proximity to boardwalk. Stayed in little green cottage on 2nd floor with balcony.

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Michael

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The cottage is pretty sweet. The room is definitely small, and the TV is small too, but otherwise it was nice; comfortable bed, mini fridge, quality shower head/flow, even a balcony. It's really close to the boardwalk in an excellent location, too. Considering that you get use of the other hotel amenities, like loaner bikes and beach chairs and use of the pool and hot tub, it's a great value.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, accommodating, and efficient, with smooth check‑ins and staff who offer upgrades or extra help. A few guests reported misinformation or limited support/off‑season staffing.

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Joseph

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff misled me twice—once the day before I arrived and again at check-in—saying the hot tub and pool were available when they were not. When I checked for myself, there was no sign of “tile maintenance” as claimed: no tools, and neither the pool nor hot tub was drained. It seemed more like staff didn’t want to monitor swimmers that evening. With no amenities, my wife and I had nothing to do but sit in our room watching TV. At check-in, we were told breakfast was from 7–10 a.m., but the next morning it wasn’t ready until 8. Staff seemed confused and at times rude. For example, I was told the bikes were unlocked, only to find them locked. I had to return, then carry a bike out from a pile while the employee watched without offering help, putting my back at risk. I would not return to this hotel.

10

Michael

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Family Weekend at Star Lux ! Check in was fast and friendly on Friday night. Our room was clean and beds comfortable. The heated pool was amazing in the morning. All staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is steps from the boardwalk. All restaurants and shops are walking distance. Parking was convenient and safe well lit lot. We will for sure be staying here again.

10

Diane

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was very good at the Starlux hotel, Mr. Bob and the staff were very welcoming and helpful, because this was our first time staying there, it was great to be welcomed and the service was excellent. We will be staying here again.

10

Emory

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Your manager, Bob that runs the front desk he’s a very great person. I love this personality. Bob did not have no issues upgrading my room to make me and my family comfortable. I appreciate the work that he does. He walks around the property to make sure everybody’s OK. I will see you next year. Thanks again Starlux Yes

10

Jason

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Carla was absolutely the best! Other staff also great. We will be staying here from now on!

10

Michelle

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was lovely and accommodating! The room was clean. A very easy check-in/check-out process. I would stay here again.

10

Debra

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Front desk clerk was very accommodating and upgraded our room after the original room we booked was not appropriate.

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Raymond

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfriendly check in clerk and noisy neighbor. Won’t be back.

10

Sharieff

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk representative was fully prepared upon my arrival and directed me to my room without delay; there was no confusion.

10

Caroline

9 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Girl at front desk was helpful, friendly and courteous. Room was ready, clean and exactly what we needed!

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Location

Highly walkable location by the Wildwoods sign, beach, boardwalk, and convention center, with easy access to restaurants and activities. Some mention noise or foot traffic due to proximity, or a longer walk to certain piers.

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Michael

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Family Weekend at Star Lux ! Check in was fast and friendly on Friday night. Our room was clean and beds comfortable. The heated pool was amazing in the morning. All staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is steps from the boardwalk. All restaurants and shops are walking distance. Parking was convenient and safe well lit lot. We will for sure be staying here again.

10

Jason

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location with a doo-wop feel. We stayed for a long weekend during the car show. It was awesome.

10

Sandra

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, close to the boardwalk. Rooms were clean, staff very helpful. Would definitely stay again.

10

Katie

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Place felt clean and staff were always present and available. A little further than I'd like to walk to the middle pier of the boardwalk (where my kids spent most of their time) but worth the trade-off in having a clean hotel room that was walkable to good restaurants and had ample parking that wasn't too tight.

10

Daniel

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a blast during a late-September trip to Wildwood. The boardwalk and restaurants were within walking distance, so it was convenient. A lovely retro hotel with clean rooms and a kind staff.

10

Scott

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay in Woldwood. One block from ocean and 2 blocks from convention center. Very clean rooms, great bedding and towels. Very friendly staff

10

Jackie

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a find! We loved it at the StarLux! Best position in town, right by the Wildwoods sign. And the pool was great!

10

Holly

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to all the action in wildwood, great location for a family with children.

10

April

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location close to mini golf, ice cream, the beach and boardwalk. Walkable to a lot, we didn’t have to move our car at all. Loved that we could borrow beach chairs, and get a discount at Morey’s Piers. At the end of the day the room is a traditional motel room. It just happens to be in a great location with a nice aesthetic , cool vibe, warm hot tub, and pretty awesome faux palm trees. We will be back!

10

Debra

27 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location

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Dining

A free continental breakfast is provided and appreciated, but it’s simple and limited in variety. Occasional timing inconsistencies are reported in the off‑season.

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Heather

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a really nice property steps from the boardwalk. Great pool, amenities, and free continental breakfast. Highly recommend!

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Joseph

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff misled me twice—once the day before I arrived and again at check-in—saying the hot tub and pool were available when they were not. When I checked for myself, there was no sign of “tile maintenance” as claimed: no tools, and neither the pool nor hot tub was drained. It seemed more like staff didn’t want to monitor swimmers that evening. With no amenities, my wife and I had nothing to do but sit in our room watching TV. At check-in, we were told breakfast was from 7–10 a.m., but the next morning it wasn’t ready until 8. Staff seemed confused and at times rude. For example, I was told the bikes were unlocked, only to find them locked. I had to return, then carry a bike out from a pile while the employee watched without offering help, putting my back at risk. I would not return to this hotel.

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Laurel

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice surprises were a cute free breakfast with coffee/juice from 8-10am And streaming tv ( no DVD player) In room lava lamp is adorable. Not-so-nice things I didnt appreciate that the partial ocean view was mostly of the parking lot and dumpsters In room coffee maker is awful!! Even though 58 degrees outside at night, the fire pit wasn’t on? I was told the fire pit isnt on during summer- yet fall began 2 days ago in 2025… Overall, cute little room (king suite 310) and nice stay considering off season. I would never stay in season because outside noise was quite disruptive of loud motorcyles and garbage trucks.

10

Michelle

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a good place to stay with very easy walk to the boardwalk. You can get discounts at Moreys and there is a light continental breakfast included. Rooms are small but work and lean into the 60s theme (my daughter loved our pink bathroom!). Bikes and beach equipment also available for no extra cost.

10

Diego

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

loved free breakfast

10

Frances

4 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I loved the cottage room. It was bigger than I expected. Very clean and comfortable. Exellent continental breakfast with hot oatmeal, bagels, juice and danish. I would LOVE to stay again!

4

Claude

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Horrible section of the hotel …almost on the road (noise) no water pressure ; climatisation noise like a tank entering n the room . Only bagel no toast for breakfast . Full of ado yelling all the time . Room smells javel water . Only positive point was the bed

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Harrison

30 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice property, great and convenient location and reasonable rates. Room was small, but not unexpected for this kind of hotel/motel. Free breakfast was a nice perk, considering breakfast nearby could run $60 for a family of 4.

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Elizabeth

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We loved our stay at the Star Lux Hotel! The concierge and staff were all very helpful and friendly. We stayed for 5 nights. My family enjoyed the pool! We were there for 4-5 hours out of the day! Every picture we took in front of the building turned out amazing.We loved the location. The details were incredible. Two suggestions for improvement would be having some items at the continental breakfast other than bread items. Maybe hard boiled eggs? My daughter loved the hotel so much she resisted going out to the restaurant for breakfast and I am used to having some protein for breakfast. The second would be to have more rental bikes on hand (and some even smaller ones for the young sturdy bikers) and rent them for an hour and a half. It was too hard to rent a bike small enough for my daughter at the bike rental and get the hotel bike back in time. While we were staying at the hotel my daughter was asking when we could come back again. It was a complete hit!

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Jacqueline

15 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel was just off the boardwalk, so it was very convenient to the beach, shopping and dining. The rooms were very clean and loved the vintage decor. The tile in the bathroom is a little older, but adds to the vintage feel. Pool is heated which is a nice bonus when the ocean water is still cold. Free continental breakfast was a nice unexpected surprise.

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Month	Average price
January	US$113
February	US$105
March	US$105
April	US$123
May	US$111
June	US$139
July	US$328
August	US$293
September	US$102
October	US$99
November	US$101
December	US$98

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5 $113	6 $114	7 $114	8 $114	9 $142	10 $142
11 $113	12 $114	13 $114	14 $113	15 $114	16 $141	17 $141
18 $119	19 $119	20 $119	21 $119	22 $119	23 $153	24 $153
25 $119	26 $119	27 $119	28 $119	29 $119	30 $153	31 $153

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