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Desert Sand Resort

2.5 star property
Beach hotel with indoor pool

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Enjoy a refreshing swim from the rooftop pool or relax on a balcony with stunning views.
Relax on the patio with ocean views, surrounded by comfortable seating and dining areas.
Two single beds with white bedding, a dresser, and a bedside table with a lamp and vase.
Cozy living space with a dining table, sofa, and bed, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove.
Enjoy a city view from the kitchen window, where you can cook and relax with a view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$803
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

Cozy living space with a kitchenette, dining table, and sofa.

Classic Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Cozy living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and comfortable seating for relaxation.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
2 bedrooms
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio

Relax in this serene space with a large bed, a sofa, and a small table, perfect for unwinding.

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, Multiple Beds

Relax in this open-plan living space with a dining table, sofa, and kitchen area.

Premium Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Suite, Multiple Beds

Relax in a comfortable living space with a sofa, couch, dining table, and flat-screen TV.

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Cozy living space with a sofa, dining table, and kitchenette, featuring a bed in an adjacent room.

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
7888 Dune Dr, Avalon, NJ, 08202

What's nearby

  • 7 Mile Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wildwood Beach
    13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Wildwood Boardwalk
    15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Stone Harbor Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary
    3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Springer's Homemade Ice Cream
    2 min drive
  • Fred's Tavern & Liquor Store
    2 min drive
  • Stone Harbor Bar & Grill
    2 min drive
  • Yacht Club of Stone Harbor
    16 min walk
  • Avalon Brew Pub
    3 min walk

About this property

Desert Sand Resort

Property highlights
Desert Sand Resort provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A gift shop, a front desk safe and a lift
  • Beach towels, multilingual staff and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 69 rooms offer amenities such as dining tables.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Wednesday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Thursday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 7:30 AM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Free WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Desert Sand Resort Avalon
Desert Sand Avalon
Desert Sand
Desert Sand Avalon
Desert Sand Hotel Avalon
Desert Sand Resort Hotel
Desert Sand Resort Avalon
Desert Sand Resort Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Sand Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Sand Resort?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Sand Resort on 22 Aug 2025 start from NZ$802.74, including 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 Desert Sand Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Desert Sand Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Desert Sand Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Desert Sand Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Desert Sand Resort located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Avalon hotel is within a 5-minute walk of 7 Mile Beach and Stone Harbor Beach. Seven Mile Beach and Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 82nd St are also within 10 minutes.

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Desert Sand Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Love the indoor and outdoor pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved our stay here! I fell in love with Avalon and I will definitely be returning back to this resort one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My daughter had a rugby tournament at the fields two blocks away. This property was perfect for our needs and beaching it. We also enjoyed the nearby Icona dining options within walking distance. Sunsets on the bay side were beautiful. The pool was clean and a great temperature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff we dealt with were super friendly especially at check in. It was all so easy. They let us park hours before check in and texted us while we were enjoying the beach thay our room was ready! Kids had a good time in the pool every day. We will absolutely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a very quaint property. Very clean and staff is very friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Solid place to stay near good beaches.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Clean, comfortable, and a perfect place to stay if you’re visiting for a few days. The room came with a kitchenette and a sitting area. Sadly, we were only there for one night. The bed was so comfortable I fell asleep immediately. Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management was very pleasant and easy to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place in all ways
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our time there. Quiet and nice hotel/condos
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JEFFRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jessica at desk is very helpful & cleaning staff friendly. Bathroom lacked towel rack & grab bar in shower. Swimming pools are clean & plenty of patio furniture. 1 long block from beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and easy parking. We will stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I never stayed here and we were quite impressed with the room and all its amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very well kept. Plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very chill weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well apointed room. Pefect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024