Places to stay in Bay Head, New Jersey

Bay Head is a Borough in Ocean County, New Jersey. Bay Head is situated on the Barnegat Peninsula, a long, narrow barrier peninsula that separates Barnegat Bay from the Atlantic Ocean. Together with Mantoloking to south, Bay Head is considered part of the Jersey Shore's "Gold Coast". Local dining options include Charlie’s Of Bay Head, Poolside Cafe, Dune Grass Cafe, and Bay Head Yacht Club.

If you are travelling in the area, Bay Head is located close to Kingfisher Creek, Avon - by - the - Sea First Aid and Safety Squad, Sandyhill Brook, Brisbane State Child Treatment Center and Spring Lake Post Office.

The center of Bay Head ( which is at is longitude -74°2'53.52 and latitude 40°4'13.08 ) is located 2 miles away from Point Pleasant, 2 miles away from Point Pleasant Beach, 4 miles away from Brick and 4 miles away from Manasquan.

Available Bay Head lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Bay Head.

Bay Head Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Nathaniel Morris Inn, Manasquan
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

Nathaniel Morris Inn

Approx 4 miles away in Manasquan:

Nathaniel Morris Inn, a New Jersey Bed and Breakfast, Manasquan's first and only B & B NJ's historic district convenient to the beach, boardwalk, shopping, pastimes, transit, restaurants, shore towns, music, concerts, bars and more.
117 Marcellus Avenue
Manasquan, New Jersey
Hotels

The Bentley Inn

The Bentley Inn is an 1886 Victorian Mansion located in the historic and picturesque seaside town of Bay Head New Jersey just 60 miles from NYC and Philadelphia.
694 Main Avenue
Bay Head, New Jersey
Motels

The Driftwood Motel

Approx 2 miles away in Point Pleasant Beach:

For years, people from all over the country have come to vacation at The Driftwood Motel down in New Jersey’s famous shore area. Many people love the convenience and attractions that Point Pleasant Beach and the Driftwood Motel has to offer.
1414 Ocean Avenue
Bed & Breakfasts

Bay Head Sands

As you enter the inn, you’ll view the beginning of Mary’s extensive china collection inside an antique cherry corner cupboard.
2 Twilight Road
Bay Head, New Jersey
Motels

Amethyst's Beach Motel

Approx 2 miles away in Point Pleasant Beach:

Amethyst's Beach Motel welcomes an opportunity to serve you this summer. We are sure you will find our motel and its staff to be the finest and our location the best in Point Pleasant Beach, overlooking Jenkinson Boardwalk, Beach, Amusement Area, .....
202 Arnold Avenue
Hotels

Historic Grenville Hotel & Restaurant

Stay in the HOTEL or enjoy your meal with us in the RESTAURANT as you visit or vacation in beautiful historic Bay Head, NJ this Summer!.
345 Main Avenue
Bay Head, New Jersey

Bay Head Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

We currently have no listings available in this category. If you own a relevant property and would like it listed please use the submission form

Booking.com

Other useful links:

Things to see and do, places to eat in Bay Head

Photograph of Bay Head Yacht Club, Bay Head
Bay Head Yacht Club

Bay Head Yacht Club ( Dining / Other ). Located at 111 Metcalfe Street. Bay Head Yacht Club was established over a century ago "to promote yachting and rowing and to foster athletic sports upon the water." Historically recognized buildings offer breathtaking views from the northernmost point of the Barnegat Bay. The Club has weathered many storms and has always emerged stronger. www.bayheadyachtclub.org Link

Theresa's South ( Dining / Family ). Located at 530 Main Avenue. Creative Cooking at the Jersey Shore! With homemade pastas and a variety of unique entrees from different cuisines, there will be something on the menu to please everyone. We are a "bring your own" establishment. www.theresassouth.com Link

Divi Tree Coffee ( Dining / Coffee shop / Tea ). Located at 2615 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, 2 miles from the center of Bay Head. Divi Tree Coffee is a family-owned, artisan coffee company fueled by our passion for community connection and our obsession for great, quality coffee, done right. divitreecoffee.com Link

Tacoholics ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 2401 Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, 2 miles from the center of Bay Head. This story began in 2016, when a group of hometown friends decided to risk it all for something they loved... tacos. Taking the food truck game head on, the guys knew they had to create something unique and delicious. From that day forward, Tacoholics put their own spin on tacos and decided that our food needed to be available on an everyday basis. From the first day until the present day we have expanded our menu beyond just tacos, grew our food truck concept to multiple stores, and most importantly strengthened our team of loyal Tacoholics. tacoholicsnj.com Link

Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 62 Broadway, Point Pleasant Beach, 3 miles from the center of Bay Head. The Lobster Shanty in Point Pleasant Beach is a beautifully appointed restaurant, complete with panoramic views of the ocean. Guests enjoy Chef Mark D’Angelo’s spectacular creations while watching the fishing boats cruise right by their table, gulls trailing behind in the wake. jackbakerslobstershanty.com Link

Shrimp Box ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 75 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, 3 miles from the center of Bay Head. If you are in the mood for great seafood and steaks; ranging from our famous Captain's Platter, Whole Lobsters, Fried Seafood favorites, Char-grilled N.Y. Sirloin Steaks and Filet Mignon or specialties like our delicious Cioppino (Seafood Stew) or Shrimp Scampi with Asparagus and Mushrooms in a garlic, lemon and white wine sauce. www.theshrimpbox.com Link