The James Bradley
Bradley Beach
Hotel in Bradley Beach, United States
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Price
$200–300per night
Why go
The James Bradley is the Bradley Beach pick for a more considered boutique stay, especially for couples or special-occasion weekends where the room matters. Choose the room category based on how much time will be spent indoors: upgrade for a celebration, stay simpler for beach-focused trips.
About The James Bradley
The James Bradley is a Bradley Beach hotel with a MICHELIN Guide, Hotels Selected (2025) recognition.
If The James Bradley is on your shortlist, compare current room availability, policies, and the kind of stay you want in Bradley Beach before making a reservation.
Choose the room for the occasion, not the square footage
To ensure a particular layout, view, size, or service format, review the current booking page or contact The James Bradley directly, then choose the room that best fits the trip.
Know Before You Go
- Good for: travelers specifically considering a stay at The James Bradley in Bradley Beach.
- Less ideal for: guests who require specific amenities, policies, or room details without further research.
- Location context: Bradley Beach.
Planning details
- Location
- 204 3rd Avenue, Bradley Beach, NJ, USA
- Phone
- 732-774-2875
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The James Bradley reads like a design-minded intervention in a layered coastal archive. It leans into the Jersey Shore's architectural history (Victorian vernacular, mid-century forms and occasional adaptive reuse) rather than overwriting it, so the hotel feels quietly considered and quietly composed. That sensibility, combined with a focus on atmosphere over scale and a 2025 MICHELIN Selected designation, gives the property a sophisticated, low-key charm. The block-scale siting on 3rd Avenue rewards walking and pedestrian experience, reinforcing an intimate, design-forward tone rather than a car-dependent resort logic.
Best For
This is a hotel for travelers who prize design, restraint and a calm seaside rhythm. It suits couples and small-group travelers seeking an intimate, design-led stay close to the beach, and it works well for weekenders who want a quieter alternative to larger shore towns. The MICHELIN Selected recognition signals quality that appeals to editorially minded guests and those who choose lodging for character and thoughtful execution.
Stay Tips
When considering a stay, look for the James Bradley's MICHELIN Selected badge as an indicator of the property's editorial recognition and measured quality. Prioritize rooms that maximize walkability to the beachfront: its 3rd Avenue address places the hotel within easy walking distance of the sand and local pedestrian life. Expect a small-scale experience with independent, design-aware operators; this property suits guests who value architecture and a quieter seaside base.
Venue details
Ambiance
Quiet, intimate, and design-forward, with a calm coastal atmosphere shaped by soft natural light, muted tones, and a private courtyard/garden setting.
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Amenities
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About the Stay
- Rooms
- 17
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Property Type
- Boutique hotel
- Property Style
- Design Led Boutique Hotel in a Restored Historic Coastal House.
- Design Style
- Timeless, Minimalist Coastal Design in a Restored Historic Victorian Property with Modern Luxury and Custom Interiors.
- Spa
- Yes
- Cancellation
- Moderate
- Opened
- 2022
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- Getting there
- 204 3rd Avenue, Bradley Beach, NJ, USA
Planning details
Location
204 3rd Avenue, Bradley Beach, NJ, USA · Directions
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The James Bradley has a MICHELIN Guide, Hotels Selected (2025) recognition.
