The following is a list of several motels near the boats that we use. THIS LIST IS NOT A RECOMMENDATION OF ANY FACILITY, though we will mention if any of them offer a birder's discount. The prices listed are approximate and do not include tax. Be sure to ask about the rates and conditions when actually making a reservation.
If you have any place that you would recommend that is not on the list, please let us know. Also, if enough people send in comments about the motels that are on this list, we would like to set up a "Participant's Comments" section.
Freeport Motor Inn & Boatel
445 So. Main Street
516-623-9100
Link to Web Site
Price: about $100, depending upon room and season
Comments: About 1 mile from the boat.
Yankee Clipper Motor Inn
295 Main Street
516-379-2005
Price: about $100, depending upon room and season
Comments: Just over 1 mile from the boat.
We are currently looking for more information about nearby hotels, particularly those less expensive than we've found. If you know of any, please let us know.
Food in the Freeport Area
Belmar Motor Lodge
Highway 35 & 10th Ave.
732-681-6600
800-848-8382 (reservations only)
Link to Web Site
Price: about $55-$150, depending upon season
Comments: 2 night minimum in summer, located right across the street from the dock
Comfort Inn
1909 State Route 35, Wall, NJ
732-449-6146
Link to Web Site
Price: from about $65 in winter, higher in summer
Motel Search Sites for Belmar
Mariners Guide - Belmar Region
Internet Lodging Directory - Belmar Region
ChooseHotels.com - Belmar Region
Food in Belmar
7-11 Convenience Store
From Rt 35 northbound, on the right-hand side a few blocks before the dock. Breakfast sandwiches and pre-made sandwiches available. Open 24 hours.
Dunkin' Donuts
Main St. & 11th Avenue. No breakfast sandwiches. Opens at 5:00 AM. 732-681-1333
Freedman's Bakery
Main St. & 8th Avenue. Good breakfast sandwiches. Opens at 6:00 AM. 732-681-2334
Anchorage Motel
4540 Highway 1
Rehoboth Beach, DE
1-800-472-6972
302-645-8320
Link to Web Site
Price: about $50-$170, depending upon season
Comments: Mary's favorite, no minimum stay.
Blue Water Inn
407 E. Market Street
Lewes, DE
800-493-2080
302-645-7832
Link to Web Site
Price: about $100-$150 (winter), check for summer rates
Comments: A bed and breakfast that's a bit more upscale, but might be a good choice if you have a non-birding guest with you. Within walking distance of the dock.
Discounts:Be sure to ask about discount for pelagic participants!
Motel Search Sites for Lewes
Lewes Today
Beach-Net.com