Title: At 9 Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6351987&destination=Howell%2C+New+Jersey%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=13187478&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # At 9 Motel Guests have everything they need right at their fingertips at this welcoming motel, where helpful staff are always ready to support travelers throughout their stay. ## Photo gallery for At 9 Motel ![Front of property - At 9 Motel (Howell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/7e70c23c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Balcony - At 9 Motel (Howell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/7e79de65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - At 9 Motel (Howell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/92762539.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - At 9 Motel (Howell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/a9502e9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Honeymoon Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - At 9 Motel (Howell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/8fa1c976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This motel strikes the perfect balance between convenience and comfort. Travelers can connect to WiFi directly from their rooms, enjoy hassle-free parking in the self-parking area, and rely on front desk assistance available around the clock. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £85 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=13187478&PinnedHotelID=13187478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/9198e350.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.6 Excellent 14 reviews - 204 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking ![Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/182bb95e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews - 160 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds ![Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/8a63e9bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Honeymoon Single Room ![Honeymoon Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13190000/13187500/13187478/ae6bd159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Honeymoon Single Room 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Howell travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Howell.dx6351987) [View more Motels in Howell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Howell-Motels.d6351987-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.17139%2C-74.23902&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DqXAOkhVQR4zcbmNFM0gqizGy_0=) 6 East 3rd Street, Howell, NJ, 07731 ### What's nearby - ![Start of the Manasquan Flood Plain Trail.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247473/3b46742f-fc8e-46b5-9cc6-fedb554f956e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Allaire State Park 4 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Manasquan Reservoir Visitor Center 2 min drive \- 2.2 miles - iPlay America 8 min drive \- 6.5 miles - Wall Township Speedway 8 min drive \- 9.0 miles - Freehold Raceway Mall 9 min drive \- 8.7 miles ### Getting around - Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Wawa 11 min walk - McDonald's 19 min walk - Retro Fitness 4 min drive - Seven Sons Brewing 2 min drive - Dunkin' 4 min drive ## About this property ### At 9 Motel Property highlights At 9 Motel provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - A 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at At 9 Motel include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible van parking ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as 9 Motel Howell 9 Motel 9 Howell At 9 Motel Motel At 9 Motel Howell At 9 Motel Motel Howell ## Frequently asked questions ### Is At 9 Motel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at At 9 Motel? ### How much is parking at At 9 Motel? ### What time is check-in at At 9 Motel? ### What time is check-out at At 9 Motel? ### Where is At 9 Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## At 9 Motel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 189 8 - Good 129 6 - Okay 56 4 - Poor 29 2 - Terrible 26 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 14 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was in town to do errands and take care of some personal things and this was the perfect place to wind up the day and get ready for the next . Plenty of dining and shopping near by easy to get to ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 18 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Nice little motel. Served us well. Owner was very accommodating. Located right across from a great restaurant and Bar. ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryanne 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great overnight stay, location was great and staff was very accommodating! Appreciated this spot. ##### Bryanne Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lillianna 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quick check in and the room was clean. ##### Lillianna Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Ciara 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quick and easy check in with kind helpful staff. Clean room and overall a nice stay ##### Ciara Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities all ok.....quiet .....nice staff always available ##### Patricia Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Convenient location, many restaurant options, some road noise, clean room, good price ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luisa 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean, safe place to stay ##### Luisa Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 17 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The place was very clean, staff was attentive and nice looking Motel ##### David Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matteo 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place to stay. Room was very clean and comfortable. Owner was friendly and a convenient location only 30 min away from the shore. ##### Matteo Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a nice, clean and convenient place and affordable. I will stay there again when I'm in that area. ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anton 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay!!! Awesome We will be coming back in definite. Quite, clean and management was extremely nice. ##### Anton Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy 29 Jul 2024 Very clean motel. The jetted tub was excellent. Conveniently located. ##### Joy Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Eliyohu 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quick check in, clean rooms ##### Eliyohu Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### angela 22 Jun 2025 Property looked nice outside. Clean and neat. Room was clean but showed lots of wear. Bathroom floor, vanity and shower need updating, and lampshade was torn and ripped in several places. ##### angela Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff was very helpful, room very comfortable. Very close to restaurants, stores and St. Veronica's Parrish which I was visiting for the Bus Festival. Great experience and Shilesh gave me great directions. Will most definitely visit this motel Again. ##### Barbara Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Albert 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Convenient to where I was working. Had all the basic necessities. ##### Albert Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Although I didn't get the jacuzzi room I thought I booked, I was very happy with my stay overall. The room was very clean and the manager was pleasant and accommodating. ##### Susan Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet and quaint. This little place is great. It’s quiet, clean, friendly staff, fast check in. Would definitely stay here again. I would rate this little gem a 10/10\. ##### Shirley Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our one night stay. Very clean and simple set up. ##### Diana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable and very clean! ##### William Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl 14 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was perfect for what we needed. Clean and comfortable ##### Cheryl Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Linda 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and nice. The end units have road noise. Friendly staff ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities NP was nice the rooms were clean and really had no problems with anything, would def stay again ##### Patricia Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joel 2 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Rooms are clean ##### Joel Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ---