Stay on Ocean Avenue or a few blocks back from it if you want to walk to the Stone Pony. The Asbury Ocean Club, The Asbury Hotel, and the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel are the three partner hotels the club lists on its own site, and all sit in Asbury Park. Most people don’t think about the base until show night, when parking and train times start to matter.
The Stone Pony sits at 913 Ocean Ave and has no hotel attached. Your real choices are the oceanfront strip, the blocks around 4th and 5th Avenue, the neighboring town of Ocean Grove, or Neptune, which is a separate town. Here is who should book where.
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Best For: Choosing Your Base
Before the hotel details, here is the decision matrix.
Stay on Ocean Avenue if you:
- Want to be on the same street as the club and near the beach
- Are coming by train and want to skip parking entirely
- Want a pool, a spa, or an upscale base (the Asbury Ocean Club) or a midscale oceanfront option (the Berkeley)
Stay near 4th and 5th Avenue if you:
- Want live music in the building, since The Asbury Hotel houses Asbury Lanes
- Like a poolside bar and an ocean-view restaurant on site
- Want to stay on the Stone Pony’s partner hotel list
Stay in Ocean Grove or Neptune if you:
- Prefer a different part of the Shore, or beachfront options are full
- Are driving and have already checked parking at 913 Ocean Ave
- Have confirmed the ride or walk to the club before booking
Oceanfront on Ocean Avenue
Ocean Avenue is the street the Stone Pony is on, and two of the club’s three partner hotels are here. Distance figures vary by booking site, so we list addresses and suggest checking a map for your own walk to 913 Ocean Ave.
Asbury Ocean Club Hotel
An upscale, 54-room oceanview hotel on four floors at 1101 Ocean Ave. Booking sites list a seasonal outdoor pool, a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. It is the pick if you want the Stone Pony night to be part of a splurge weekend.
- Address: 1101 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park
- Tier: Upscale (4-star)
- Best for: Couples, special occasions, travelers who want a pool and spa
- Book via: The Stone Pony’s where-to-stay page lists a discounted-rate link for this hotel
Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel
A midscale hotel at 1401 Ocean Ave, across the street from the beach. Booking sites list a pool and three on-site restaurants, and one site lists an 8-minute walk to the Stone Pony.
- Address: 1401 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park
- Tier: Midscale (3-star)
- Best for: Travelers who want an oceanfront stay at a lower tier than the Ocean Club
- Book via: Direct or major booking platforms
Near 4th and 5th Avenue: The Asbury Hotel
The Asbury Hotel (210 5th Ave) is the music-first stay. Booking sites list an ocean-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar, and the property hosts concerts and live shows. It also houses Asbury Lanes at 209 4th Ave, a bowling alley that doubles as a concert room two blocks from the beach.
- Address: 210 5th Ave, Asbury Park
- Tier: Midscale to upscale (3.5-star)
- Best for: Music fans who want a show in the building, groups, couples
- Book via: The Stone Pony’s where-to-stay page lists a discounted-rate link for this hotel
Other Options Near the Stone Pony
These show up on the Stone Pony’s own list or on major booking sites. We have not verified walking times, so check a map before you book.
- The Empress Hotel & Adult Nightclub (101 Asbury Ave, Asbury Park): listed under other hotels on the Stone Pony’s site, with a nightclub on the property
- Ocean Plaza Hotel and Ocean View Inn (18 Ocean Pathway, Ocean Grove): listed by the Stone Pony as another option
- Ocean Park Inn (Ocean Grove): a 3-star option on booking sites
- Holiday Inn Express (3510 Hwy 66, Neptune): a familiar chain, listed by the Stone Pony
- Crystal Inn Neptune: a 2-star option listed at about 3 km from the club
Show-Night Logistics: What Your Hotel Choice Affects
Your base changes your whole show night.
If you’re on Ocean Avenue or near 4th and 5th: You can skip parking. Ocean Avenue street parking fills quickly on show nights, and metered spots use corner kiosks, so staying close is the cleanest fix. Our Stone Pony transportation guide covers the train and driving details.
If you’re in Ocean Grove or Neptune: Plan transport before you book. Confirm how you will get to 913 Ocean Ave and back, and look up parking if you are driving. A lot on 2nd Avenue beside the club has been listed as free for some events, but rules change.
If you’re coming by train: NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line serves Asbury Park, and many trips from New York transfer at Long Branch. Look up the last train home before you plan a day trip. If it does not fit, book a room instead.
Tips for Booking a Stone Pony Weekend
Check the stage on your ticket. The indoor club and the Summer Stage share 913 Ocean Ave but are ticketed separately. The Summer Stage season runs May to October.
Look at the partner hotels. The Stone Pony’s where-to-stay page lists booking links with discounted rates for the Asbury Ocean Club and The Asbury Hotel. Compare that rate against the booking sites for your dates.
Watch festival weekend. Sea.Hear.Now ran September 19 and 20 in 2026, and the weekend opened with a Stone Pony show on Friday. Check the festival’s site for next year’s dates and look at hotels as soon as you know them.
Eat before you walk over. Reviewers mention limited food options inside the club.
More Stone Pony Planning
Pick Your Base, Then Lock In the Show
Asbury Park gives you a few clear choices. Ocean Avenue is the closest to the club, 4th and 5th Avenue is the music-first stay, and Ocean Grove and Neptune are the fallback options with more planning attached.
Choose the base first, then buy tickets. Start with our Stone Pony guide for the show-day details.
FAQ: Places to Stay Near the Stone Pony
The Asbury Ocean Club (1101 Ocean Ave), The Asbury Hotel (210 5th Ave), and the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel (1401 Ocean Ave) are the three partner hotels the club lists on its website. Distance figures vary by booking site, so check a map for your own walk to 913 Ocean Ave before you book.
No. The Stone Pony at 913 Ocean Ave has no hotel attached. Its website lists partner hotels in Asbury Park, including the Asbury Ocean Club, The Asbury Hotel, and the Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel, plus other options in Ocean Grove and Neptune. Pick based on how you will get to and from the show.
Stay in Asbury Park, on or near Ocean Avenue, if you want to skip parking and keep the night on foot. Ocean Grove and Neptune are listed by the club as other options, but they are separate towns, so confirm the ride or walk to 913 Ocean Ave before you book.
Its website lists booking links with discounted rates for partner hotels, including the Asbury Ocean Club and The Asbury Hotel. Offers can change, so check the where-to-stay page and compare against the rate on the booking sites for your exact dates before you commit.
The Asbury Hotel at 210 5th Ave houses Asbury Lanes, a bowling alley that doubles as a concert room at 209 4th Ave, two blocks from the beach. Booking sites also list an ocean-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It is on the Stone Pony’s partner hotel list.
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