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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English
Location
694 Main Ave, Bay Head, NJ 08742
The Bentley Inn
251 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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Another great weekend at The Bentley Inn. Tess, Ana and crew do a fantastic job. Great breakfast, one block from the beach and a short walk to anywhere in town. The hotel is updated with a relaxed comfortable vibe. You can bring your own beach chairs or rent them and store BYOB wine, etc. in the guest fridge. The hotel is full of nice local touches and the all important beach badges are included in the room rate.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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There are those who are fortunate to get to be a part of Bay Head, then there are those of us who get to go to Bay Head. The new Bentley Inn gives you the unique opportunity to experience the best of this special beach town. The location could not be more perfect. Johnson Avenue just north of East Avenue with direct beach access is a premier location for the Bentley Inn. Recently adopted by new owners affianced, Tess and JR, they are in the process of adding modern updates and have a lot of plans to utilize this property with cultural activities commensurate with the character of the town. This is not your grandma's bed and breakfast. Urban newbies will be taken by the warm tasteful minimalist decor along with cozy places tucked away in the common spaces. With their innovation, the Bentley Inn will be the boutique Jersey shore hospitality destination. Tess and JR, being locals from a family steeped in Bay Head tradition, acknowledge that personal porch space, complimentary beach passes and board games are amenities tantamount to any guest stay. A wonderful breakfast that includes plenty of goodies from Mueller Bakery is the perfect way to start your Bay Head day. From there you can, as we did, browse the shops along Main Avenue on the way to Bridge Avenue then head to the beach. Everything is in walking distance! The Bentley Inn is a "girls getaway”, a couple's weekend retreat, a singleton's refuge and a (fantastic) option for Bay Head house-guest overflow. Our experience was a spontaneous weekend escape, and while we may know Bay Head well, this is a place we are sure to come to again and again. Thank you Tess and JR for a lovely stay in a fantastic town. Heather C.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is our second stay at the Bentley. The Bentley is one block from a beautiful beach and walkable to the lovely town of Bay Head where you will find EVERYTHING you could possible need for a weekend getaway. Park you car and walk to everything! Beach badges included which is essential as during Co-Vid access to the beach is controlled and limited day badges are available! Glenn has organized the Inn to feel safe and friendly during this challenging time. These are not criticisms but considerations for your stay: the rooms are quaint and old fashioned with carpeting; bathroom is small so if you are overweight this will be an issue; the A/C is window units in each room which are noisy ( we slept without as we had a beautiful ocean breeze); the location of Bay Head makes it impossible to avoid the noise from Rt 35 traffic in the summer months. The porch, cleanliness and kind host made our weekend a perfect getaway and we will return. We highly recommend and will return.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Room Tip:This hotel has rooms with shared baths. It is a house not a hotel. I prefer the rooms with...
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Response from Glenn Kithcart, Owner at The Bentley Inn
Responded 7 Jul 2020
Thank you for staying with us. Naturally we try to make everything comfortable and clean for our guests. In between stays we do an additional sanitizing step with UV light and ozone gas (which is what operating rooms are sanitized with) which kills virus throughout the room (including the carpet). If you are used to central air conditioning, window a/c units may seem noisy (white noise) but the upside is that they drown out road noises. We also have quieter rooms towards the rear of the inn. We supply everything you need to enjoy take-out food at the inn.
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This is absolutely a hidden gem!! If you’re looking for a beautiful, cozy, spotless, charming, peaceful, relaxing getaway place where you can walk all day in a beautiful neighborhood, bike ride or enjoy the beach, while having excellent food and an amazing nights sleep, this is the place to go!!! Oh, almost forgot , with the best coffee you’ve ever had waiting for you when you wake up!! This was my first time and I definitely plan to return. My advice to anyone coming for the first time, make restaurant reservations in advance, Teresa’s and Charlie’s, are two of the best that are walking distance from the Inn, seem to book up quick by the locals. Second option is a short ride to Point Pleasant which has tons of restaurants. The Owners have done an excellent job in making this a relaxing modern cozy and comfy place! I would not recommend for small children who need to run around, this would not be the place for that but great for older children, couples, girls getaway, etc You will not be disappointed!
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Make reservations at Charlie’s and Teresa’s for dinner in advance. If you enjoy quality coffee,...
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My husband and myself just stayed at the Bentley Inn on Sunday of this past Memorial Day weekend. Glenn, the owner (who is so nice) did a great job of making the experience stress free. The check-in was contactless, gave us a code for the door and he just asked for guests to wear masks in the common areas. What is nice about the Bentley is that a few of the rooms do have a porch so you can sit outside if weather isn't nice or eat out there. You can also bring your own food into the dining room, but have to follow social distancing rules. There are several local restaurants available for takeout. Overall it was a great experience!! The best part about the Bentley is they are 1 block from the beach. If you have a bike, bring it. There were several people biking up and down Ocean Ave. Rooms are comfortable, clean and perfect for a weekend getaway!! #Supportlocal. (Just a quick note: They aren't serving breakfast, however it was very easy to get bagels,etc. at Delicious Bagels in Pt. Pleasant or another location. Because they are not serving breakfast, he has reduced the rates!)
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Response from Glenn Kithcart, Owner at The Bentley Inn
Responded 7 Jul 2020
Thank you so much for the kind words. We're finding that people are able to enjoy the inn and beach amid the Corona virus thing. We've tried to make everything easy (and of course extra clean) for our guests. We have an extensive dining guide available online for our guests and provide everything you need to enjoy take-out food in the inn. look forward to your return.
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This is a top notch Inn. Everything was exceptional from the bedding, the bathrooms and common areas to the breakfast in the morning. The Inn is totally renovated to high standards and to top it off the location is a block from the ocean.
I came to celebrate my birthday with my husband and was so warmly received by the staff. I hands down recommend this wonderful Inn. You will love it. We can't wait to return!!
Thank you for such a memorable stay.
The Walker's Maryland
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I just returned from a wonderful stay at the Bentley Inn. Janet and Glenn are terrific hosts at this gorgeous bed and breakfast in one of the most idyllic towns on the Jersey Shore. I recommend booking one of the smaller rooms on the second floor with direct access to the wrap around porch. While we are emerging from COVID restrictions, I was able to eat takeaway lunch and dinner on the porch, and do some yoga outdoors. Internet is high speed, bring your tablet if you need to stream tv! But visitors are really here to enjoy the beach, which is a block away.
Quiet, considerate, lovely inn, with a common room for coffee and tea, and breakfast, when the COVID restrictions are lifted.
I am a returning visitor, who stays at the Bentley Inn on and off season.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Room Tip:2nd Floor rooms with direct access to the porch are my favorite.
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Response from Glenn Kithcart, Owner at The Bentley Inn
Responded 7 Jul 2020
Thank you for staying with us once again. I am so pleased that you've enjoyed your stay.
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Wonderful Bed & Breakfast !!! Beautiful home, decoration superb and accesible to everything and everywhere. Our room you can see ocean and hear it too. Healthy breakfast and nice room to read !!! Surprise balcony for guest to read or having a glass of wine or bottle 🤪We will back and highly recommend to stay.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Great parking and safe , walking distance to store, restaurants and beach. Avoid rush hours to...
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The Bentley in is an amazing B&B, and in addition to comfortable, clean and quiet rooms, delicious breakfast, coffee every morning, and anything else you could need, what makes it so special is how wonderfully accommodating and warm the staff is. Glenn, the main innkeeper, goes above and beyond to meet each guest's needs and make sure their stay is comfortable. He really is the best!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Glenn Kithcart, Owner at The Bentley Inn
Responded 29 Feb 2020
Thank you so much for the kind words. We strive to make our guests happy and try to think of everything. My staff and I would like to thank you for staying with us and hope that you will return.
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What a wonderful place to stay. One block to the beach, lovely wrap around porch access from some rooms, outdoor showers, and very clean. Glenn, the host, was very accommodating and a pleasure to deal with. The Bentley Inn is conveniently located - walking distance to several eateries, etc. and a quick drive to the inlet, etc.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip:Rooms with private bath and access to the porch a plus!
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Response from Glenn Kithcart, Owner at The Bentley Inn
Responded 2 Sept 2020
Thank you Sherryll for sharing your feelings with us. It was great to have you back at The Bentley Inn. While we've always felt that clean is king, we are now doing deep sanitizing of the inn with UV light and ozone gas to combat any potential virus. We call September "local's beach month" because it is still summer weather, the water is warm and the area is not crowded. It's a great tome to come to the beach. We look forward to your return. Stay well.
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There are more places to choose from in the Bay Head area.
PRICE RANGE
RM 1,278 - RM 1,997 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesNew JerseyJersey ShoreBay Head
NUMBER OF ROOMS
19
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