Lake Como (previously known as South Belmar) is one of the smallest towns along the New Jersey shore. Established as a borough in 1924, it has become a tourist destination known for its lake and Main Street as well as its proximity to the Atlantic beaches. Several nearby hotels offer guest rooms with luxury amenities and convenient locations for exploring this region of New Jersey.
The Breakers on the Ocean is an oceanfront hotel located in Spring Lake, approximately two miles south of Como Lake. Built in the late 1800s, it offers 14 individually designed, nonsmoking guestrooms, some with ocean views and amenities such as whirlpool baths, sofa beds and fireplaces. Guests have access to the outdoor swimming pool, wraparound porch as well as a 2.5-mile noncommercial boardwalk. The property also provides meeting space for both private and business functions for up to 250 people.
On-site dining options include the Seashell Dining Room that offers Italian, seafood and steaks, and the Veranda Restaurant, which serves breakfast and lunch with specials such as homemade pizza. In addition to the activities on the beach (located steps away), the hotel is a short drive from the Monmouth Park Racetrack, Six Flags Great Adventure and the Atlantic City casinos. Several hotel packages are also available that include accommodations with special amenities ranging from champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries to discounts for consecutive stays.
The Grand Victorian at Spring Lake is approximately two miles south of Como Lake in Spring Lake. Built in 1883, it offers 20 individually designed guest rooms with shared or private baths that include amenities such as luxury bedding, wireless Internet access, Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries and bottled water. Guests receive complimentary hot breakfast and access to the wraparound porch, living room and sun room. On-site lunch and dinners options include the upscale Black Trumpet Restaurant, which offers seafood and pasta specials. The hotel is conveniently located across the street from the beach, and guests receive both complimentary beach badges and towels. Other activities include shopping in downtown Spring Lake, which is located just a few blocks away. The property is also available for private parties, receptions and corporate events.
The Chateau Inn and Suites, located in Spring Lake, is two miles south of Lake Como. It provides 37 luxury guest rooms and one-bedroom suites with amenities such as Italian linens, marble bathrooms, wireless Internet access and flat-screen Sony televisions. Some rooms include additional amenities that include Jacuzzis, wet bars, patios, balconies and wood-burning fireplaces. Nearby dining options (all within five minutes) include a number of nearby restaurants that range from Italian to seafood. The property also provides 2,000 square feet of meeting space with state-of-the-art equipment for up to 60 people. In addition to the beach and two-mile boardwalk, nearby activities include the exploring the Spring Lake Historical Society's Museum, watching live performances at the Spring Lake Theater and shopping at the Circle Factory Outlet Center, which is five minutes away. Seasonal, romance and wellness packages are also available.
The historic Hewitt Wellington is a boutique hotel two miles south of Lake Como in Spring Lake. The Victorian structure offers individually designed, nonsmoking guest rooms with larger suites that can sleep up to four people. Special amenities include marble bathrooms, wireless Internet access, beach passes and towels. Guests receive complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and access to the wraparound porch with lake views, outdoor swimming pool and the on-site Whispers Restaurant, which offers upscale dining.
Nearby activities include shopping at the Antique Emporium, with 125 dealers, and downtown Spring Lake, visiting the Sea Girt Lighthouse (built in 1896) and golfing at the Bel-Aire and Spring Meadow courses, which are both a short drive from the hotel.
