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The Chelsea

Enjoy a hip retro design, saltwater pool, spa, and upscale dining at The Chelsea in Atlantic City, just steps from the boardwalk and top attractions.

111 S Chelsea Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, United States View on map
7.4/10
Good Based on 1267 recent guest reviews
Wi-Fi Parking Accessible Pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with a hip atmosphere near the beach

Guests highlight clean, stylish rooms and helpful staff, with convenient beach access and a lively location. Some mention dated areas and confusing layout, suggesting mixed experiences depending on expectations and room location.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and comfortable rooms with fresh, stylish décor.
  • Helpful and friendly staff providing good service.
  • Excellent location on the southern end of the boardwalk with easy beach access.
  • Appealing amenities including a saltwater pool and onsite bar.

Worth knowing

  • Some areas, including hallways and certain rooms, show signs of aging and can feel dated.
  • The property layout can be confusing, requiring long walks especially from parking areas.
  • Check-out is primarily self-service via machine, which some guests found inconvenient.
  • Poolside drink prices are relatively high according to guest feedback.
  • Noise and early staff interruptions were noted in some accommodations.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking easy beach access and a lively boardwalk location.
  • Guests desiring clean, modern rooms with a unique, hip design.
  • Beachgoers wanting the largest unobstructed beach area on the southern boardwalk.
  • Travelers comfortable with somewhat aged facilities in exchange for style and location.
  • Those looking for an active stay close to Atlantic City casinos and entertainment.
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About this property

Welcome to The Chelsea

Located at 111 S Chelsea Ave in Atlantic City, The Chelsea offers a stylish retreat with a distinct hip design. The hotel features a saltwater pool, a gym, a spa, and upscale American dining, catering to guests seeking both relaxation and convenience near the boardwalk. The property's accessible amenities include Wi-Fi, parking, beach access, and kid-friendly facilities, though it does not offer airport shuttle services or pet accommodations.

The Chelsea's setting is appealing for visitors wanting to stay close to key attractions. It is just half a block from the boardwalk, 0.8 miles from the Pier Shops at Caesars, and 1.4 miles from the Atlantic City Convention Center. Nearby entertainment and dining options include the Cabana Five Bar & Pool Deck, which receives positive feedback for its atmosphere. Guests also find the proximity to major casinos like the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Ocean Casino Resort convenient for nightlife and gaming.

Guest reviews reflect a mix of experiences, with many appreciating the clean, comfortable rooms and the unique, fresh decor. Some note challenges such as confusing layout, long check-in lines, or dated corridors, indicating that the hotel combines modern and older elements in its design. The location is particularly praised by beachgoers for easy access and a spacious, unobstructed beach area, making it a good fit for summer stays.

Check-in is available from 4 PM, with check-out by 11 AM. The Chelsea is suitable for travelers looking for a mid-range hotel with multiple on-site dining and bar options, as well as access to recreational amenities. Those prioritizing a quiet, fully modern experience might find the hotel has some areas in need of updating, but its convenient location and varied facilities support a wide range of guests visiting Atlantic City.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Accessible
Pool
Air-conditioned
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Hot tub
Spa
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

LB
Lisa Brown Mar 12, 2026
8.0

The room was ok. The Hallway was dark and looked aged. But I was happy with the room itself. The walk to the room was far from the parking garage. Only machine check out was available when we wanted to leave. Getting to the room was a bit confusing due to the size of the casino itself. All in all I had a good time.

RM
RoseMary McAleer Feb 28, 2026
10

What a gorgeous inn!! It’s unique, comfortable, beautiful… We had a double queen bedroom and the rooms were very clean and felt new. Given the decor, they could have easily felt worn out if anything was the least bit old, but they didn’t. Clean and fresh is how I would describe the rooms. They have a very cute patio that I sadly didn’t get a chance to use, and multiple sitting rooms, all uniquely furnished. I felt like I was at an inn in the England countryside.

TM
Thomas Mertz Feb 20, 2026
10

Right on the boardwalk next to the Tropicana. Very very helpful staff. Good breakfast

VD
Vito DERASMO Jan 26, 2026
10

The best beach on the boardwalk. Easy access to go back and forth to your room. It is the southern most hotel. If you're a beach goer in the summer, it's the best choice. The beach is larger than the others and it is unobstructed. Best to stay more central or north during colder weather.

PB
Pete Baratta Jan 25, 2026
8.0

Started off with the two of us. Ended up me staying alone. I guess my luck ran out in the casino .

P
PVGU Jan 16, 2026
8.0

Basic room two queen beds, comfortable. Fairly nice room with a pretty good view. I felt that the surfaces were not very clean. My biggest issue is when you check in, the lines are extremely long , because we did not know our way around, we parked in the garage that led us to the Havana check in, if you do not know your way around which we did not, there is a lot of walking. Feels like miles. I still don't know if there is a parking garage for Chelsea or where we should have parked to make it a little easier and not have to tack on a half hour to get to our other activities that were planned, Not a whole lot of staff to help you get around. However, the security guards were fantastic. When you ask them questions, they are so helpful! Also if you need to call the front desk you cannot get them. You have to go through the whole entire process as if you were making a reservation. If you forgot to bring something you're out of luck, you have to use the vending machine and give them your credit card, which I think is pretty ridiculous. So much for human interaction, for us It's pretty hard getting used to that . I personally think every hotel should have a front desk staff with easy access to speak to at any time of their stay. If we ever decide to go back we wouldn't mind staying at Tropicana we just have to figure out what is closest to the casino, oh, and not need anything.

DFB
Dee From Brooklyn Jan 12, 2026
10

Room was in the old wing but comfortable. TV remote didn't work. And staff knocked on the door at 830 so that wasn't the best way to enjoy vacation and she checked us out so we lost a credit we were supposed to get at the desk. Still need to speak to guest relations about that

AK
Alice Kerr Dec 25, 2025
8.0

I was concerned about reviews but our room was fine. Bed was clean and comfortable. Slightly dated but obvious that updates had been made. Love the walk in shower and shampoo, conditioner, body wash provided! Drinks at the pool were so expensive we chose not to spend time thete. Mic Ultra $8.99 was the cheapest option. High Noons were $11.99! That was discouraging. Staff was friendly and professional.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Chelsea

Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA

This hip annex to the Chelsea has a retro 1950's design and is a half-block from the boardwalk, 0.8 miles from the Pier Shops at Caesars and 1.4 miles from the Atlantic City Convention Center.

  • Atlantic City 31 min Walk
  • Atlantic Ave at Morris Ave 5 min Walk
  • Atlantic Ave at Montpelier Ave 4 min Walk
  • Philadelphia International Airport 1 hr 7 Car · 2 hr 30 Transit
  • Atlantic City International Airport 27 min Car · 42 min Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in New Jersey. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City 10,469 reviews

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

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Ocean Casino Resort 26,404 reviews

Ocean Casino Resort

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, United States

4.4 · Resort Hotel
Steel Pier 5,811 reviews

Steel Pier

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, United States

4.3 · Amusement Park
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