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Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South

Enjoy patios, 2 pools, free breakfast, and beach access at Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South, just 0.9 miles from downtown Montauk, NY. Rated 3.9 based on 528 reviews.

126 S Emerson Ave, Montauk, NY 11954, United States View on map
7.8/10
Good Based on 534 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Outdoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with prime oceanfront location

Guests appreciate a clean, comfortable stay with helpful staff and great beach access, though the property shows signs of aging and some room features feel cramped.

Guests often praise

  • Convenient beachfront location with ocean views and patios.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms with well-maintained pools, including heated options.
  • Helpful, friendly, and attentive staff, especially at the front desk and pool area.
  • Complimentary breakfast rated as a valuable and tasty bonus.
  • Good value for Montauk, offering some of the best prices in the area.

Worth knowing

  • Room bathrooms are small and somewhat outdated, with showers described as cramped.
  • Some areas of the restaurant and public space could benefit from modernization and updates.
  • Mixed reviews on check-in experience, with isolated reports of less friendly service.
  • Rooms vary in size, and some guests find them smaller than expected for the price.
  • Breakfast seating is indoors only, with no outdoor dining option available currently.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking an affordable beachfront resort in Montauk with good basic amenities.
  • Beach lovers wanting easy access to sand, ocean, and nearby outdoor attractions.
  • Families looking for kid-friendly facilities and supervised pool areas.
  • Guests who value helpful staff and a relaxed, casual atmosphere over luxury.
  • Visitors preparing for outdoor activities, close to Montauk Point Lighthouse and local parks.
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About this property

Welcome to Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South

Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South is a modest beachfront hotel located just under a mile from downtown Montauk. Its simple rooms and suites come with patios offering ocean views, and guests benefit from amenities such as complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free parking. The property also features two outdoor pools and direct beach access, making it suitable for families and visitors looking to enjoy a coastal setting.

The resort has a practical, no-frills style that some recent guests describe as clean and comfortable, though a few have noted that both the décor and some room features, such as bathrooms, could use updating. Despite this, the location remains a highlight, with patios overlooking the Atlantic and easy access to local attractions including Montauk Point Lighthouse and Camp Hero State Park.

Staff members have received positive mentions for helpfulness and attentiveness, particularly pool lifeguards and restaurant personnel. Breakfast is served daily and is appreciated by visitors, although the dining area itself has been described as slightly dated. The hotel maintains a smoke-free environment with air conditioning throughout, but does not offer a fitness center.

Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South suits travelers seeking an affordable oceanfront option in Montauk with straightforward accommodations and convenient beach access. It is especially appealing for those prioritizing location and outdoor activities over luxury finishes. Nearby alternatives with higher ratings are available within a short distance for guests seeking additional amenities.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DK
Deborah Kelley Mar 25, 2026
10

Just did a long weekend at the Royal Atlantic. While RA could use a good make over, everything was clean and comfortable. I would not hesitate to recommend, and you can't beat the location. I feel I must give a shout out to the staff, Martin the pool lifeguard, and Andrew in the restaurant, both top notch guys! They made our stay even better. The "free" breakfast is an delicious added bonus. Already talking about next year.

YL
Yvia Laguerre Mar 09, 2026
10

My room was very clean and I had easy access to the beach and the pool. The Pool guard was very nice and watch the kid to make sure nothing happened to them. The free breakfast ticker that you get with each night stay was very helpful. The front desk was amazing. If you like the beach this is the Montauk resort to stay at.

MB
Michelle Band Feb 22, 2026
8.0

Stayed at this hotel recently and had an enjoyable time. Pros: Fabulous oceanfront location that is very close to town. Beautiful clean heated pool. Very nice and helpful staff. Rooms were very clean. Best priced rooms in Montauk. Cons: The place is dated and could use a refresh on room furniture and outdoor carpet.

AK
Ann King Feb 20, 2026
8.0

I forgot my orthopedic pillow and they kindly mailed it to me upon my request. Cant beat the view no matter what the season. Ive been to the Condos both summer and winter. They are clean and comfortable. Bring yr own blanket to snuggle with on couch while sitting next to fireplace watching the ocean.

C
christina Feb 20, 2026
8.0

upon arrival the check in girl was very rude, the rooms could of been bigger for what we paid but it was a nice ambiance and the location of the hotel is outstanding. Take advantage of the complimentary breakfast, it’s very good! One day we got breakfast ‘to go’ for pick up and ate on the beach. The heated pool was very nice. A big downside are the bathrooms in the rooms are very small/shower outdated and small. The walls are paper thin so you can hear everything. The AC was loud enough where if you kept it on it would drown out the screaming, yelling, rowdiness going on outside. This wasn’t no 9 pm either, more like midnight. I had a 1 year old baby with me. The hotel did provide a crib which was a big plus for us as we didn’t have to lug our pack n play up the steps since there is no elevator and you have to walk your luggage up two flights of stairs (if you are on the top floor) The first day we were on the beach a field mouse was running all over everyone’s stuff, it was scared and I’ve never really witnessed a mouse running on the beach before. I was convinced I kept hearing mice scratching in the walls of the rooms but who knows. Royal Atlantic did have its ups and downs but we would give it another shot if it made small improvements.

CC
Craig Casey Jan 31, 2026
8.0

Beautiful Montauk oceanfront hotel. We went after Labor Day in September and it was like 2 sunny, cooking days in August. Oceanfront means just that! Great patio overlooking the magnificent Atlantic Ocean with 2 chairs and a table! If you are very lucky to get a clear, moonless night you are stunned, especially city folk, by the black velvet sky covered with gorgeous stars and planets! I took these of the constellation Orion The Hunter. Use your night mode if you have one. Just a Samsung phone.

AZ
annie zoitke Jan 26, 2026
8.0

The staff are excellent. The front desk staff goes above and beyond. Diana is always will to help you with any issues that you have. The rooms are clean. The only issue is where breakfast is served. The restaurant needs to be updated on the inside. There are some areas where you can see some discolored spots on the walls and ceiling. The food was excellent but you don't have access to go out side and eat they locked the doors to go out side by the pool area. Also if you have any type of issues with walking you have to use the parking lot to get inside the restaurant. If they had the doors by the pool open it would be more convenient for someone using a cane. Overall we love going to royal Atlantic. The views are amazing. The pool is heated and always clean

TG
Tom Garcia Dec 29, 2025
8.0

Came here for a long weekend at the end of the September (Sunday to Tuesday) and got an amazing rate. Rooms have been updated to be pretty modern for the most part and everything feels clean. Small range to cook on if you so choose and a mini fridge as well as a sink in case you want to do any cooking in the room. Breakfast is complimentary, it might not be anything to write home to mom about, but it's certainly better than your typical continental buffet, I recommend the Belgian waffle. Staff was nothing but pleasant and helped us with exceptional service everyday that we were there. The hotel is walking distance to a ton of shops and restaurants in town and is located right on the beach, so it doesn't get much better than that. We had stayed on the second floor and some of the boards while walking around on the balcony/walkways felt a tad loose but were covered up carpet so it wasn't easy to see. A few extra screws and some new boards would go a long way there. Also only one ice machine at the opposite end of the hotel. Overall a nice experience and would be glad to comeback here on our next stay in Montauk.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Royal Atlantic Beach Resort South

Montauk, New York, USA

Set 0.9 miles from downtown Montauk, this subdued, beachfront hotel is 1.5 miles from Montauk Downs State Park Golf Course and 6 miles from Montauk Point Lighthouse.

  • Montauk 32 min Walk
  • Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport 3 hr 54 Car
  • Tweed New Haven Airport 3 hr 26 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in New York. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum 6,047 reviews

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Camp Hero State Park 272 reviews

Camp Hero State Park

1898 Montauk Hwy, Montauk, NY 11954, United States

4.6 · State Park
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