The North Wildwood center is about the area of Gateway 26 and the area of Morey's Piers.
Because the Wildwoods is a resort destination, you'll find the best time of year to visit is during the summer. There is a high percentage of sunny days, but the Wildwoods does get snow each year as well. This is why most people looking to vacation in North Wildwood prefer to come during the warmest months of the year, which are June through September. The highest temperatures during the summer typically range between 77F and 84F.
If you have plans to get in the water, the warmest time of year is early August when water temperatures peak around 72F to 77F, while the lowest temperature is in early March when the water temperature is between 34F and 41F.
If you qualify for a senior discount, one property that offers one is the Quality Inn Boardwalk Wildwood Oceanfront, which is just over a one-half mile south of North Wildwood center. The next closest is the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, which is about 25 miles away.
For AAA discounts, consider the Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wildwood, which is less than two miles from North Wildwood Center. There are no nearby properties that offer AAA or military discounts. You'd need to consider lodging around 30 miles away in Atlantic City.
Quebec By the Sea Motel is beloved by past guests who love the staff and its proximity to the beach and other nearby attractions. Of the over 500 reviews, it ranks in the top two percent of family hotels in the city, and in the top ten percent for its customer service. Quebec Motel has 40 rooms and is steps away from the ocean, less than ten minutes from Wildwood Convention Center, less than a half-mile from Raging Waters Water Park, and a half-mile from Wildwood Beach.
Another option liked by reviewers is Roman Holiday Motel. It's inexpensive and is right in North Wildwood. The motel has 50 rooms with 49 suites and an outdoor heated pool. Free parking is included for one car per unit, and there are new laundry facilities, an oceanfront sundeck, and a gas barbecue. Rooms at Roman Holiday Motel have a fridge and microwave, air conditioning, kitchenettes, sofa, and a table with chairs for four people. If you're traveling with little ones, you can also rent a crib here.
Travelers love Roman Holiday Motel for its proximity to the beach, and it's less than a five-minute walk to the Boardwalk. Ed's Fun Arcade and Surfside Pier are less than a 15-minute walk.
Another great option in North Wildwood's town center is the Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wildwood. It's across the street from the Boardwalk and near the Wildwood Convention Center. The hotel was recently renovated and has new marble countertops, carpets, and high-def LCD televisions. It's also just minutes away from attractions like Cape May, the zoo, Historic Cold Spring Village, and the Cape May Lewes Ferry Terminal.
Rooms at Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wildwood have air conditioning, microwave, kitchenette, fridge, and more. There is an outdoor pool, barbecue, laundry facilities, ATM, complimentary newspaper, and more.
North Wildwood is part of the Five Mile Beach area along the Jersey Coastline. The other two towns are Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. Summer months are popular with families looking for a low-key getaway with a nice boardwalk, plenty of family events, and clean beaches.
The Hereford Inlet Lighthouse dates back to 1874 and is still a functioning Swiss Gothic-style lighthouse. You can tour the gardens with hundreds of flower varieties and butterflies for free, or pay a nominal amount to take a tour of the lightkeeper's house, the lighthouse, and the nautical museum.
At the northern end of the area you'll find Anglesea Village. This quaint fishing village dates back to the 1870s when a group of Swedish fishermen decided to settle here. The area was not only beautiful, but they also discovered how rich the sea was for fishing.
North Wildwood is a popular destination for conventions and meetings thanks to its convention center right in town. It hosts a variety of shows and conventions, including RV shows, cheerleading championships, basketball games, Christmas events, car shows, kite festivals, and plenty more. Be sure to check their website for upcoming events that might coincide with your holiday.
During the peak summer months, there is more to see and do and you'll find party boats, fishing trips and custom charters, pontoon boat rentals, and parasailing lessons. Saturday nights typically feature live music on the beach.
For seasonal events on the beach and in town, check the local schedule for what's happening when you'll be there. Some people refer to North Wildwood as the parade capital of the state, so you're likely to find something going on when you're in town. There is always an Independence Day Parade on July 4th, and the Italian-American Festival in June, a flea market in August, and the Irish Fall Festival in September.
If you're considering a trip to North Wildwood, it's important to plan ahead. Because it's along the Jersey coast, some of the popular hotels often sell out every summer, especially during popular weekends.
Below are reviews of the city of North Wildwood, NJ from an actual visitor's perspective.
It's very private. I've been going to North Wildwood for many years—since 1960.
Lots of parks for kids!! Lots of fun for kids! Hassel's for great ice cream!
This is a great beach town.
The beaches are very clean and there are a lot of different types of places to eat.