Met up with a bunch of the girls for the evening to go to the Stone Pony for a Christmas Show. Many stay down the street at another hotel but we love to stay at the Empress. It is a short block to the Pony, across from the Boardwalk, close to the Wonder Bar and the Paramount. All a short stroll down the street. The rooms are always clean, bright and airy. Nice linens too; not scratchy! We had a room facing the ocean with a small balcony. Too bad the weather was bad the next day but the view was still really nice. The bagels the next morning were a welcome plus and the coffee is delicious! We love to stay at The Empress when we visit Asbury Park. You should too!

Fun and lovely boutique-ish hotel one block from The Stone Pony and the beach. In my opinion, BETTER than a boutique hotel, as it didn't have that overly precious aura that some have.

For us, it is the perfect place to stumble to after a hard night at the Stone Pony music club.

It also features it's own bar and disco. We were concerned about noise, but didn't hear a peep, just the sound of the ocean waves from our balcony.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

My second visit to the Empress this year and like last time it was terrific! Went to asbury for the zombie feast and decided to stay last minute. Went to check in where Doug took excellent care of us. Gave us an ocean view and were able to check in immediately room was immaculately clean as well as all the common areas as well. Doug and Kristen at the front desk we're terrific friendly people. They also have coffee, tea, bagels, etc in the lobby for breakfast which is an added perk and convenience. Please do not hesitate to stay here as you will not be disappointed. Clean clean clean and Doug is so helpful as well as friendly. Balcony overlooks the ocean which is also key you get a great view of the beach area.

I spent a weekend in Asbury Park and stayed in the Empress for two nights. The hotel has a great location close to the boardwalk (You just cross the road and you are on the boardwalk) and some excellent restaurants. The staff is friendly and helpful and the rooms are reasonably sized and clean. It was also great to have a balcony overlooking the ocean. The hotel also has a nice pool area.

The building is fairly old and some may say that it is a bit dated. Also, the Paradise bar is downstairs and it can get very noisy until 2 or 3AM, especially over weekends.