What’s included with your stay — and what costs extra
Your room rate at Madison Resort Wildwood Crest includes complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, free valet parking, access to the seasonal outdoor pools and children's pool areas (with towels and loungers), use of the 24‑hour fitness center, and complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas and towels. Some services — poolside cabanas, pet fees for dog‑friendly rooms, certain event services, and seasonal dining items — are extra; the property also operates on a BYOB policy because Wildwood Crest is a dry town.
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What’s included with every stay
Standard inclusions at Madison Resort Wildwood Crest are consistent across both towers: complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas, free valet parking for registered guests, and access to resort amenities (pools, hot tubs, fitness center) during operating hours.
Guests also get beach essentials provided seasonally: beach chairs, umbrellas and towels are included, and each registered guest receives a towel card redeemable at either pool tower.
- Free high‑speed Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas
- Free valet parking for registered guests
- Access to seasonal outdoor pools, children’s pool area and hot tubs
- 24‑hour fitness center (age restrictions apply)
- Complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas and towels (seasonal)
- Complimentary shuttle to the Wildwood Boardwalk and Cape May
| Amenity | Included? |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Yes |
| Beach chairs/umbrellas/towels | Yes (seasonal) |
| High‑speed Wi‑Fi | Yes |
Room basics: what comes with your room
All room types across the Ocean Tower and Royal Tower are air‑conditioned and include a private bathroom, a flat‑screen TV, and a private balcony. Rooms list private toiletries and either showers or bathtubs depending on the unit.
Specific room styles on the property include the Ocean Tower - Suite Ocean View, Ocean Tower - Studio Town View, Royal Tower - Poolside Suite, Royal Tower - Poolside Efficiency Room and dog‑friendly Streetside Suite types, among others; each stays include the standard resort amenities noted above.
- Private balcony in each room
- In‑room fridge for guest BYOB use
- Flat‑screen TV and in‑room safe/coffee (covered by reported resort fee in some listings)
- Coin‑operated laundry access on property
| Example room | Bed types |
|---|---|
| Ocean Tower - Suite Ocean View | 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed or 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed |
| Royal Tower - Poolside Efficiency Room | 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed |
| Ocean Tower - Studio Town View | 1 King Bed |
On‑site dining and BYOB rules
Madison Resort has multiple dining outlets (Vinyl by Madison, Madison Rose poolside food truck and Twist & Spoon dessert shop) with seasonal hours. Vinyl by Madison serves breakfast, lunch and a Sunset Menu; Madison Rose offers poolside and beach delivery while it’s in operation.
Because Wildwood Crest is a dry town, the resort does not sell alcohol on‑site. Guests can bring their own beverages (rooms have fridges) and can use wine‑delivery apps to have purchases brought to the lobby.
- Vinyl by Madison — breakfast, lunch and Sunset Menu (hours vary seasonally)
- Madison Rose — poolside café/food truck with Beach & Pool delivery (seasonal)
- Twist & Spoon — ice cream/dessert shop in the Royal Tower (seasonal hours)
- No on‑site alcohol sales; BYOB policy applies
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Vinyl by Madison | Breakfast, Lunch, Sunset Menu (room service/takeout during operating hours) |
| Madison Rose | Poolside breakfast and all‑day snacks; beach/pool delivery (seasonal) |
| Twist & Spoon | Soft serve, shakes, sundaes (seasonal) |
Things that usually cost extra
Some optional services and upgrades are charged in addition to your room rate. Poolside cabanas at the Ocean Pool require a separate rental fee and are limited to parties where at least one guest is 25 or older; cabana renters must wear a property wristband.
Event services, private wedding packages, and in‑house catering are billed separately. If you’re bringing a pet, designated dog‑friendly rooms in the Royal Tower typically carry a per‑stay pet fee — third‑party sites differ on the exact amount, so confirm at booking.
- Poolside cabanas (Ocean Pool) — extra charge; renters 25+ only
- Pet fees for dog‑friendly Royal Tower rooms — reported separately
- Private event/wedding catering and venue rental fees
- Some travel‑agency listings report a resort fee that may cover items like beach access and in‑room coffee; confirm exact inclusions and amount with the property
| Optional item | Likely charged? |
|---|---|
| Pool cabana rental | Yes |
| Pet fee (dog‑friendly rooms) | Yes (confirm amount) |
| Wedding/event catering & room rental | Yes |
Pools, hot tubs, fitness — hours and rules
The resort operates seasonal heated outdoor pools and hot tubs at each tower; pools are open daily during the season and pool hours commonly listed are 9:00 AM–8:00 PM. Children under 16 must be supervised by an adult in any pool area.
The Ocean Tower houses a 24‑hour fitness center with cardio and weight equipment; guests under 15 are restricted from using the fitness facility unless accompanied by an adult. Each guest receives a towel card for pool/beach towel redemptions.
- Pool hours (seasonal): commonly 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
- Children under 16 must be supervised in pool areas
- Towel cards provided to registered guests
- Fitness center open 24 hours; age limits apply
| Facility | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pools | Seasonal — often 9:00 AM–8:00 PM |
| Fitness center (Ocean Tower) | 24 hours |
| Poolside food delivery (Madison Rose) | Seasonal daytime hours |
Booking notes, deposit and check‑in essentials
Check‑in time is 4:00 PM and check‑out is 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed during set hours (listings cite roughly 8:00 AM–11:00 PM), so late arrivals should confirm front‑desk availability with BookResorts or the property.
Guests must present a photo ID and a credit card at check‑in; cash is not accepted for payment. The minimum age to check in as the primary guest is 25 — anyone under 25 generally must be accompanied by a parent or official guardian.
- Check‑in: from 4:00 PM; check‑out: by 11:00 AM
- Photo ID and credit card required at check‑in; cash not accepted
- Minimum check‑in age for primary guest: 25
- Front desk limited hours—confirm if you expect an overnight arrival
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check‑in age | 25 (primary guest) |
| ID/payment | Photo ID and credit card required; cash not accepted |
| Front desk hours | Listed as limited (commonly 8:00 AM–11:00 PM) |
