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Icona Avalon
4 stars

Icona Avalon

7849 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202, United States
+1 609 368 5155
From
$135
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Great

based on 124 reviews

Icona Avalon
jue. 5/2
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vie. 5/3
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Classic room
Queen room
Standard room

About Icona Avalon

  • Resort Room
    Enjoy the many amenities of the resort
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Icona Avalon is an iconic, year-round beachfront resort that stretches across a block of oceanfront property. Guests enjoy beach views, bistro dining, and private events at this hotel. It's driving distance from the Avalon Golf Club and Atlantic City International Airport.

The all new Shimmers Bistro has breakfast, small plates, wine, and specialty coffees. Another on-site restaurant, the Avalon Brew Pub, has a laid-back atmosphere, craft beers and cocktails, and guests can eat indoors and outdoors. The Sandbar Village Beach Bar lets guests enjoy drinks outside with music.

Icona Avalon hosts special events, like Girl's Weekend or holiday brunch weekends. It also hosts private parties and events, like weddings, receptions or family reunions.

Guests enjoy amenities like direct beach access, lifeguards, an outdoor heated pool, a spa pool, and a sundeck with a luxury cabana, daybeds, umbrellas and chaises. There's a 24-hour fitness center, free wifi, free self parking, coin laundry, and the Icona pantry with toiletries, snacks, souvenirs, and drinks.

The rooms are decorated with a Nantucket theme and feature fresh colors and beautiful views. Icona Avalon was renovated in 2016 with custom furniture and upscale touches. There are 156 rooms for guests, including studios and kitchenettes. Rooms can accommodate between 2-8 people, and all rooms include terraces and balconies. Rooms have Keurig coffee makers, dining sets, flat-screen TVs, and a gallery kitchen in East Wing Units and West Wing Studios.

The Icona Avalon is a popular location for families, groups, events or parties. It's an award-winning hotel located near the dunes and waves of New Jersey's Avalon beach. Guests can relax in hotel rooms or studios with accommodations available for groups of people.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Icona Avalon

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Pool view
  • Storage available

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Evening entertainment

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Icona Avalon

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.9
Very goodBased on 124 verified guest reviews
9.0Couples
9.7Solo
8.9Friends
8.7Families

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9.4 Wonderful
Pros:Beachfront bar, beautiful beach with free loungers, nice pool and comfortable beds.
Cons:Early check out and no water bottles provided to make coffee-tap water didn’t taste good in coffee. Starbucks Coffee in lobby only available until 11
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4.8 Mediocre
Cons:Hotel is a bit tired - it is an "ok"'place to stay if you get a great rate. The " standard "brochure " rates however make it VERY overpriced
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8.0 Very good
Pros:Great pool and great music at the pool. Great breakfast also
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:They have done a nice job updating the bedrooms and linens.
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5.0 Fair
Pros:Nice staff very helpful.
Cons:The facilities are very poor. The bathroom in our room was barely passable. The resort needs a full overhaul as doors, carpets and walls are scuffed and in ill repair. For a resort of this stature you would think more care would be taken to make the resort aesthetically more pleasing especially since the neighboring and comparable resort has been fully updated and extremely clean.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:convenience of everything staff was wonderful

Location

7849 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

What's nearby

  • Avalon Beach0.3 mi
  • The Wetlands Institute1.3 mi
  • History Center2.1 mi
  • Pirate Island Golf2.7 mi
  • John Holmes House4.1 mi
  • Cape May County Park & Zoo4.3 mi
  • Avalon Golf Club4.5 mi
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry27.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Icona Avalon

Low season

February

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$317

Average price (weekend night)

$389
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 117% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Icona Avalon

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Top tips for your stay at Icona Avalon

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Icona Avalon, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Icona Avalon, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Icona Avalon was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $178, while the most expensive was $436.
  • How long should you stay at Icona Avalon? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Icona Avalon

  • What are the dining options available at the hotel?

    The hotel offers bistro dining at Shimmers Bistro, craft beers and cocktails at the Avalon Brew Pub, and beachside drinks at the Sandbar Village Beach Bar. Guests can also enjoy small plates, wine, specialty coffees, and meals delivered right to their chairs at the poolside seating area.

  • What amenities are available at the hotel?

    Guests can enjoy direct beach access, an outdoor heated pool, a spa pool, a sundeck with luxury cabanas, daybeds, umbrellas, and chaises. The hotel also provides a 24-hour fitness center, free wifi, free self-parking, and a pantry with toiletries, snacks, souvenirs, and drinks.

  • What can guests expect from the hotel rooms?

    The hotel rooms are decorated with a Nantucket theme, featuring fresh colors and beautiful views. They include terraces and balconies, Keurig coffee makers, dining sets, flat-screen TVs, and a gallery kitchen in East Wing Units and West Wing Studios. The rooms can accommodate between 2-8 people.

  • What are the nearby attractions to the hotel?

    Nearby attractions include Avalon Beach (0.3 mi), The Wetlands Institute (1.3 mi), History Center (2.1 mi), Pirate Island Golf (2.7 mi), John Holmes House (4.1 mi), Cape May County Park & Zoo (4.3 mi), Avalon Golf Club (4.5 mi), and Cape May - Lewes Ferry (27.9 mi).

  • What are some common concerns about the hotel?

    Some guests have mentioned concerns about limited ocean views from certain rooms, musty smells in the rooms, spotty wifi, inconvenient facilities for older people, and noisy neighbors. However, many guests have also praised the cleanliness, convenience, and friendly staff of the hotel.

  • What are some activities available at the Icona Avalon resort?

    A varied sports program takes place to keep you fit and arts and craft workshops are offered for all ages. Children will love the face painting setup and Bingo games are constantly held at the hotel’s premises. Please refer to the front desk for a detailed schedule.

  • Does the Icona Avalon resort feature special packages?

    Themed packages for special holidays like Thanksgiving or Mother’s Day can spruce up family time and make for a fantastic getaway for the family or for couples. Bachelorette Party Packages are always a favorite for brides-to-be and their friends to enjoy a Bridal Brunch or Fancy Hat Tea Party and celebrate. More athletic packages like football weekends for fathers and sons are also regularly on the package shelf to make the most out of your stay.

  • What are the Icona Avalon venue options for a social event?

    A party of 30 up to 200 people can take place at the various beautiful social venues at the Icona Avalon resort. The most intimate venue, Hana, is perfect for up to 30 guests and small gatherings that can take place in just under 500 sq ft of space. The Rooftop Skybar that spreads over 4,500 sq ft accommodates up to 200 people. With a spectacular view over the ocean, it is a great place to celebrate social events like weddings, birthdays, or anniversaries.

  • What is the quickest way from Atlantic City Airport to the Icona Avalon resort?

    Driving alongside the shore, you can reach the Icona Avalon resort in about 45m from Atlantic City Airport by car. The Garden State Parkway is your direct connection; simply turn left when you come to Ocean Drive and then right onto East Rochester Avenue where the hotel is located on the right hand side.

  • Are there any add-ons I can enjoy to enhance my stay at the Icona Avalon resort?

    To bring that beach feeling on even more, you can consider renting a cabana for your pool lounging. A 3h rental costs approximately $250 but you get to enjoy the privacy and space for up to 6 people. Water bottles and a flat-screen TV are part of the deal. For unforgettable summer evenings, you can also book a slot at the outdoor fire pit, which also costs $250 per 3h and includes water bottles, too.

  • What kind of events are hosted at the Icona Avalon resort?

    When you come to the Icona Avalon resort, check the event calendar to see which of the many events are about to take place. Festivals like the Avalon Oktoberfest attract with German-style pretzels, live music, and beer. Children can partake in most events, too, but parents may inquire with staff about specific rules.

  • What kind of business facilities does the Icona Avalon resort provide?

    The different meeting rooms range from intimate boardroom to more festive conference hall and spread over a total of 17,500 sq ft. Boardrooms and meeting facilities are well-equipped with whiteboards and A/V technology, and for banquets or galas, the Sea Glass Ballroom creates an elegant ambiance. (Prices checked 05/06/19).

  • Where is Icona Avalon located?

    Icona Avalon is located at 7849 Dune Drive, 3 miles from the center of Avalon. Avalon Beach is the closest landmark to Icona Avalon.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Icona Avalon?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Icona Avalon.

  • Does Icona Avalon offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Icona Avalon offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Icona Avalon from the airport?

    Icona Avalon is 28.7 miles from Atlantic City. Icona Avalon is 62 miles from Philadelphia.

  • Does Icona Avalon have a pool?

    Yes, Icona Avalon has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Icona Avalon hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Icona Avalon in Avalon and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Icona Avalon and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Icona Avalon.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to city center

3.0 mi

Nearest Airport

Atlantic City

Distance to airport

28.7 mi