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Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel is a Perfect Pet-Friendly Getaway

Dogs are welcome at the Drifting Sands Oceanfront Hotel ... and there is plenty of pet-friendly places to explore in Long Beach Island. More than a dozen resort-area restaurants, bars and shops have open doors for diners, shoppers and travelers of all kinds (whether they have two legs or four). The local dog park offers a place to congregate and play.

Dog Friendly Restaurants, Bars & Shops

  • Biggie's Beach Grill (6.5 miles)
  • The Boatyard (2 miles)
  • Dockside Diner (6 miles)
  • Jersey Girl Grill (4.5 miles)
  • The Local Market & Kitchen (0.3 miles)
  • The Mainland Kitchen & Pub (6.1 miles)
  • Pearl Street Market (7.6 miles)
  • Pinky Shrimp's Seafood Company (3.5 miles)
  • Ship Bottom Brewery (6.8 miles)
  • Shore Fire Grille (1.6 miles)
  • Wally's (1.1 miles)
  • The WooHoo (7.5 miles)
  • Buddy's Pet Shop Pet Store (6.7 miles)

Dog Walkers & Dog Park

  • Wiggles & Wags - Call 201-803-3878 and ask for Lois.
  • Pet Retreat - Call 609-709-8641 and ask for Lauren.
  • Beach Haven Doggy Bay - Located at the end of Taylor Avenue, behind Thundering Surf Waterpark (6.8 miles).

Drifting Sands Pet Policy 

Drifting Sands welcomes up to 2 pets under 100 pounds combined weight. Pet fees are $150 per reservation.

Per town ordinance, dogs are prohibited on beaches between May 1st and October 1st. During the off-season, dogs are allowed on the beach but must always be on a leash. 

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