Best rooms at Showboat Hotel, ranked
Top ocean-view picks are the Ocean Front Super Suite with Balcony and the Oceanfront Premium Suite with Balcony for the largest windows and private balconies; for families, choose the Ocean View Family Room or Two Bedroom Family Suite for multiple beds. For budget-conscious travelers, Standard Room or Standard 2 Queens and Limited View 2 Queens offer the most affordable layouts while staying on the Boardwalk.
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Best ocean-view rooms
If your priority is an ocean-facing bed and balcony, the Ocean Front Super Suite with Balcony (1 King Bed) and the Oceanfront Premium Suite with Balcony (1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed) are the obvious choices — both are listed as oceanfront and include balcony access.
The Ocean View Room (1 King Bed) and Ocean View High Floor Suite (1 King Bed) are smaller than the full oceanfront suites but still offer dedicated ocean views with ample square footage on some room types.
- Ocean Front Super Suite with Balcony — largest ocean-front suite listed (1 King Bed).
- Oceanfront Premium Suite with Balcony — oceanfront suite with space for extra guests (1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed).
- Ocean View Room — good single-couple option with ocean views (1 King Bed).
| Room | Bed(s) | Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Front Super Suite with Balcony | 1 King Bed | Oceanfront, private balcony |
| Oceanfront Premium Suite with Balcony | 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed | Oceanfront, large suite, balcony |
| Ocean View Room | 1 King Bed | Ocean view, 420 sq. ft. |
Best rooms for families
Showboat lists several family-sized rooms suitable for groups or families traveling with children. The Ocean View Family Room and Two Bedroom Family Suite offer flexible bed combinations to fit larger parties.
If you want separate sleeping spaces plus a living area, the Two Bedroom Family Suite and Ocean View Family Room provide multiple beds and sofa beds so adults and kids can sleep separately without booking multiple rooms.
- Ocean View Family Room — listed as 840 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 8 guests with combinations of King and Queen beds.
- Two Bedroom Family Suite — multiple bed configurations (2 King Beds + 1 Double Sofa Bed or 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds + 1 Double Sofa Bed) for family flexibility.
- Ocean View 2 Queens Room — 420 sq. ft. with 2 Queen beds for smaller families.
| Room | Typical bed setup | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean View Family Room | 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed or 4 Queen Beds | Large families/groups |
| Two Bedroom Family Suite | 2 King Beds + 1 Double Sofa Bed or 1 King + 2 Queens + 1 Double Sofa Bed | Families wanting separate bedrooms |
| Ocean View 2 Queens Room | 2 Queen Beds | Smaller family or kids sharing |
Best budget-friendly rooms
For travelers focused on keeping costs down while still staying on the Boardwalk, Standard Room, Standard 2 Queens and Limited View 2 Queens are the straightforward economy options shown in the room list.
These room types provide the basic essentials: free Wi‑Fi, access to the fitness center and waterpark guest perks, and proximity to lobby dining without the premium for ocean views or suites.
- Standard Room — 1 King Bed; simple layout for solo travelers or couples.
- Standard 2 Queens — 2 Queen Beds; good for friends or small families.
- Limited View 2 Queens and Limited View Room — lower-priced options when ocean views aren’t required.
| Room | Bed(s) | When to pick it |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Room | 1 King Bed | Couples on a budget |
| Standard 2 Queens | 2 Queen Beds | Friends or small families |
| Limited View 2 Queens | 2 Queen Beds | Lowest rate when view is not needed |
Best rooms with kitchens or apartment layouts
If you plan to prepare some meals or want a longer-stay layout, the Studio Apartment with Kitchen, One Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen, and Two Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen include kitchen facilities and living areas.
Apartment-style rooms give you a small kitchenette or full kitchen and separate living space, which can reduce dining costs and make multi-night stays more comfortable.
- Studio Apartment with Kitchen — compact kitchen plus living/sleeping area for one or two guests.
- One Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen — separate bedroom and living area, includes a Double Sofa Bed in many configurations.
- Two Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen — best for family groups needing multiple bedrooms plus kitchen and living space.
| Room | Bed(s) | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment with Kitchen | 1 King Bed | Couples or single travelers wanting a kitchenette |
| One Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen | 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed | Couples needing a separate living room |
| Two Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen | 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds + 1 Double Sofa Bed | Families who want a full apartment layout |
Best high-floor or quieter rooms
If you prefer less street noise and better sightlines, consider High Floor Room, High Floor 2 Queens, or Ocean View High Floor Suite. High-floor rooms often offer better views and reduced Boardwalk noise compared with lower levels.
The High Floor and Ocean View High Floor Suite options are listed among the room types and are suitable for travelers who prefer quieter rooms or improved perspective of the ocean/city.
- High Floor Room — 1 King Bed, positioned away from street-level noise.
- High Floor 2 Queens — 2 Queen Beds, same high-floor advantage for groups.
- Ocean View High Floor Suite — combines high-floor elevation with ocean-facing windows.
| Room | Bed(s) | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| High Floor Room | 1 King Bed | Quieter, better view of city/ocean |
| High Floor 2 Queens | 2 Queen Beds | Families wanting high-floor rooms |
| Ocean View High Floor Suite | 1 King Bed | High elevation plus ocean view |
Best suites tied to entertainment or themed stays
If you want a themed suite or something linked to the hotel’s reworked entertainment spaces, the House of Blues Junior Suite and House of Blues Junior Suite 2 Queens mirror the property's entertainment history and can be a fun pick for guests attending shows or events.
These junior suites offer more living space than a standard room while keeping you close to the Bourbon Room and other event venues on property.
- House of Blues Junior Suite — 1 King Bed, suite layout connected to the property's entertainment branding.
- House of Blues Junior Suite 2 Queens — 2 Queen Beds, better if you need two beds and more room.
- Good choice when attending concerts, events, or private functions held in the Bourbon Room or other on-site venues.
| Suite | Bed(s) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| House of Blues Junior Suite | 1 King Bed | Couples attending shows |
| House of Blues Junior Suite 2 Queens | 2 Queen Beds | Friends or families needing extra beds |
| Bourbon Room (venue nearby) | — | Large concerts and events |
