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A university town with Gilded Age grandeur

West Long Branch exists primarily as a residential borough anchored by Monmouth University, where preserved estates of America's wealthiest families create an unexpected architectural landscape. The Great Hall at Shadow Lawn, a 130-room mansion built in 1929 for $10.5 million, stands as a National Historic Landmark and served as the filming location for "Annie" (1982). The Guggenheim Memorial Library retains its original rotunda and grand salons. These Beaux-Arts structures contrast sharply with surrounding suburban neighborhoods, offering a glimpse into the era when this New Jersey coastline attracted industrial magnates seeking summer retreats.

Practical considerations for visitors

The borough functions as a bedroom community with limited dining beyond The Squire at Branches, which offers elevated cuisine in a casual setting. Neighboring Long Branch provides Portuguese steakhouses and Italian trattorias within 5 minutes. Newark Liberty International Airport sits approximately 50 minutes north, while NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line connects through nearby Long Branch and Little Silver stations. A rental car proves essential.

Strategic location for regional exploration

West Long Branch's position makes it a practical base for exploring the Jersey Shore. Asbury Park's music venues and boardwalk lie 10 minutes south, while Sandy Hook's beaches are 25 minutes north. Day trips to New York City take under 90 minutes via train, and Princeton is an hour's drive inland.

Frequently Asked Questions about West Long Branch

Can I book hotels in West Long Branch with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in West Long Branch using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. Simply log in to your SkyMiles® account, where you will also discover Member-only offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my West Long Branch hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. We suggest reviewing the cancellation policies displayed in the detailed information for each hotel before completing your reservation. You'll find that some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card grants you additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual credit of up to $200 on your statement applicable toward prepaid accommodation or vacation rental reservations made through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. To explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Delta Stays occasionally offers valued promotions allowing SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars when booking accommodations through their platform. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit West Long Branch?

To experience Monmouth Beach during great weather, consider a visit in September when the ocean stays warm and the skies are mostly sunny with fewer crowds than summer. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures are moderate with pleasant spring weather and lower visitor numbers.

Which hotels in West Long Branch are located near Oceanfirst Bank Center?

The OceanFirst Bank Center hosts concerts and Monmouth University basketball in an intimate 4,100-seat arena. Every seat offers clear sightlines to the action. Wave Resort is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another top hotel is DoubleTree by Hilton Tinton Falls - Eatontown and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar