Long Branch, New JerseyPier Village
Bungalow Hotel
Playful coastal lodge
Pier Village Long Branch, New Jersey
Opened
2009
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
Playful coastal lodge
It runs like an eccentric seaside lodge, with roll-up garage doors opening to board games, local drafts, and patio fires.
“Save Bungalow Hotel for any winter beach visits; all 24 rooms have fireplaces to enjoy after a blustery beach walk.”
What it’s good at
Listed
Long Branch boardwalk life unfolds outside, past classic confectioneries and salt-air beach pavilions.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
Rooms are stylish, sunny and bright, decorated mostly in white with whimsical splashes of color, with king beds, plush linens, and well-designed modern bathrooms.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Long Branch beach and the boardwalk sit steps away, lined with bookstores, ice cream parlors, and oceanfront dining.
The rooms
Kitchenettes and California king beds outfit every room, and select suites add deep soaking tubs beside two-way fireplaces.
At the table
Bartenders pour local draft beers and mix signature cocktails across a custom wood bar built by John Houshmand.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.