Hotels in Ventnor City

A boardwalk paradise where the Atlantic laps against wide sandy beaches that somehow feel more relaxed than their flashier Atlantic City neighbors. The wooden promenade invites barefoot wandering past ice cream stands that haven't changed their recipes in decades. Summer brings an influx of 'shoebies' (day-trippers named for their old habit of packing lunch in shoeboxes), though locals maintain their small-town rhythms year-round. The casinos and entertainment of Atlantic City beckon just up the shore, but many visitors prefer Ventnor's quieter charms. Margate City Beach lies just south, while Lakes Bay offers calmer waters for those who've had enough of ocean waves. Seafood restaurants serve the morning's catch with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.