Five Jersey Shore Destinations Rank Among Best Beach Spots for 2026

Five New Jersey beaches made the cut. HomeToGo says these are top picks for a beach vacation in 2026. Brant Beach, Monmouth Beach, Diamond Beach, Point Pleasant Beach, and Bradley Beach all earned spots on the list.

HomeToGo examined warm weather patterns, local character, how much you’ll pay for a room, what visitors think, and whether these places fly under the radar. These five Jersey Shore locations blend lesser-known beauty with rates that won’t drain your wallet.

According to app.com, Brant Beach in Long Beach Township topped the Jersey Shore entries. It racked up 42.97 points. You’ll pay about $156.35 per person each night. It snagged a Hidden Gem Score of 9.75 and a Local Secret Score of 9.95.

Monmouth Beach in the Borough of Monmouth Beach grabbed second place at 42.19 points. Nightly costs run $154.88 per person. This spot pulled a Hidden Gem Score of 9.95.

Diamond Beach in Lower Township landed third at 39.48 points. Here’s where you’ll find the best deal — just $144.35 per person nightly. Its Affordability Score hit 7.09.

Point Pleasant Beach scored 37.96 points. Expect to spend $174.99 per person each night. The Temperature Score reached 7.88, while the Visitor Satisfaction Score came in at 7.50.

Bradley Beach finished the group with 37.34 points. It costs the most — $187.82 per person per night. Still, it earned a Hidden Gem Score of 9.20.

Spring looms. People are mapping out their summer trips. A few unseasonably warm days this winter sparked fresh interest in coastal getaways, though the weather forecast doesn’t promise beach conditions anytime soon.

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