We recently stayed at The Inn at Ocean Grove and, while the location is undeniably idealâjust steps from the beach and within walking distance to everythingâthe overall experience did not meet expectations, especially considering the cost.
We understand that the house is older and appreciate its historic charm, but that shouldnât mean the infrastructure is outdated. We were told not to use a blow dryer at the same time as the air conditionerâan inconvenience that speaks to a lack of necessary upgrades. For the price point, reliable electricity should be a basic standard.
One of the most frustrating issues was the gap in the bedroom door. The top hinge was detached from the door frame, leaving a visible crack that let light pour in from the hallwayâand worse, created a lack of privacy. You could actually see directly into the room from the hallway. I ended up stuffing a towel into the gap just to feel comfortable enough to sleep. After reading previous reviews, itâs clear this is not a new issue, yet nothing has been done to fix it.
Another letdown was the lack of housekeeping or maid service. At no point were we told this wouldnât be provided, and had we known in advance, we would have reached out to the innkeeper to clarify expectations. The lack of communication was disappointing.
In the end, while the location is the innâs strongest asset, itâs not enough to outweigh the unresolved issues, lack of modern comfort, and poor communication.
