Asbury Ocean Club Nominated For USA Today's Top Waterfront Hotels

“There’s something special about vacationing near the water.”

That was a quote from the panel of judges at USA Today when they painstakingly selected 20 waterfront hotels and resorts nominees for their ongoing 10Best series. Wouldn’t you know, a New Jersey hotel by the ocean is waiting for your vote.

According to NJ.com, Asbury Ocean Club is in the running. The competition may be tough.

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It’s up against places like the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, California, and the Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan. But honestly? Who needs earthquakes on vacation, or horse poop throughout the streets? The latter is a real IYKYK.

Why shouldn’t Asbury Ocean Club be voted into the 10Best? Just read what the judges at USA Today said:

“Asbury Ocean Club offers secluded luxury on the beautiful Asbury Park Atlantic Ocean coastline. One-bedroom suites here boast kitchenettes, two full baths, and expansive terraces looking out at the sea. Other features include a swimming pool terrace with a full-service bar and grill, while the resort's Drawing Room restaurant is in a floating glass house.”

Uh…a floating glass house? Okay, I don’t even know what that means, and I want to go!

Yes, of course there’s a spa. Yes, of course there’s a yoga room. This ain’t no Motel 6, okay?

Full disclosure, I’ve never stayed anywhere overnight in Asbury Park (other than the Paranormal Museum, but that's a whole other story). However, looking at their website I feel like that needs to change. And hey, even if you haven’t stayed there, maybe you want to give some love to our home state and add your vote.