ICONA AvalonvsThe Asbury Hotel
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Asbury Hotel scores significantly better than ICONA Avalon. The Asbury Hotel is ranked #1 in Jersey Shore with approval from 5 reviewers like Jetsetter, Wallpaper and Lonely Planet.
ICONA Avalon
Jetsetter
Oceanfront at 78th Street, Avalon, NJ 08202
From $153/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Jetsetter "A newly reopened, laid-back retreat on a peaceful stretch of the Jersey Shore, with room for up to four." Full review
The Asbury Hotel Jetsetter
Wallpaper
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide![The Points Guy]()
The Points Guy
210 5th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
From $128/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "A hip mashup of Asbury Park's Victorian past and rock-and-roll present at a new Jersey Shore hotspot." Full review
Wallpaper "Located in a former Salvation Army brick building, there is a spacious swimming pool, a rooftop bar, an outdoor cinema on a separate rooftop lawn known as The Baronet and a backyard beer garden." Full review
Afar Magazine "The 110-room property reflects the music and arts culture of Asbury Park through its vintage design—from the Soundbooth bar with a wall of vinyl LPs and cassettes, to The Baronet rooftop." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "In the summer, this laid-back bolthole becomes a gathering place for Jersey Shore’s bright young things, thanks to a beer garden, rooftop cinema and spirited pool parties." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Wow." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"It’s been a long time since the storied seaside town of Asbury Park was as uncomplicatedly pleasant as it is today, and the Asbury Hotel, a block from the famous boardwalk, aims to weave..." Full review
"With a pool, rooftop bar, multiple entertainment spaces and a price tag that wouldn't break the bank, I was finally persuaded that it was indeed time to sleep by the beach. The Asbury..."
Condé Nast Traveler
