The beachfront, 239-room chain hotel Carousel embodies an Ocean City carnival, with its music-filled indoor ice rink and ice shows, movies on the beach, pools, atrium, and more. Rooms have kitchenettes and private balconies, but decor is on the bland side. The Carousel is a children's paradise; travelers who prefer peace and quiet to family frenzy may prefer the more grown-up vibe at the Hampton Inn & Suites Ocean City.
The beachfront, 239-room chain hotel Carousel embodies an Ocean City carnival, with its music-filled indoor ice rink and ice shows, movies on the beach, pools, atrium, and more. Rooms have kitchenettes and private balconies, but decor is on the bland side. The Carousel is a children's paradise; travelers who prefer peace and quiet to family frenzy may prefer the more grown-up vibe at the Hampton Inn & Suites Ocean City.
This 251-room, mid-range hotel is located next to the beach and the boardwalk in the midst of all the action Ocean City has to offer. The Grand Hotel has a spa and sauna, indoor and outdoor pools, conference rooms, a restaurant, pool bar, and 24-hour coffee shop. Rooms are big but bland, with unattractive furnishings. All have free Wi-Fi and some have ocean views and private balconies. This hotel is a solid choice for budget travelers looking for direct access to the beach in the heart of Ocean City.
This 251-room, mid-range hotel is located next to the beach and the boardwalk in the midst of all the action Ocean City has to offer. The Grand Hotel has a spa and sauna, indoor and outdoor pools, conference rooms, a restaurant, pool bar, and 24-hour coffee shop. Rooms are big but bland, with unattractive furnishings. All have free Wi-Fi and some have ocean views and private balconies. This hotel is a solid choice for budget travelers looking for direct access to the beach in the heart of Ocean City.
Situated right on the boardwalk in Ocean City, Days Inn Ocean City Oceanfront is a popular hotel for travelers looking for affordable digs with a great location. The 176 rooms are pleasant, even if the decor is on the dated side, and all units have microwaves, mini-fridges, and balconies or patios -- most with ocean or pool views. Amenities are geared toward beach tourists, there are two pools surrounded by ample lounge chairs, a splash area, a restaurant serving seafood and Italian cuisine, and a garden that attracts lots of local birds (staff put out birdseed to aid the process). However, there are also a few business-friendly amenities, notably a banquet hall and free hotel-wide Wi-Fi. Travelers shopping around may want to consider Cayman Suites, which has kitchenettes and dishwashers in its rooms.
Situated right on the boardwalk in Ocean City, Days Inn Ocean City Oceanfront is a popular hotel for travelers looking for affordable digs with a great location. The 176 rooms are pleasant, even if the decor is on the dated side, and all units have microwaves, mini-fridges, and balconies or patios -- most with ocean or pool views. Amenities are geared toward beach tourists, there are two pools surrounded by ample lounge chairs, a splash area, a restaurant serving seafood and Italian cuisine, and a garden that attracts lots of local birds (staff put out birdseed to aid the process). However, there are also a few business-friendly amenities, notably a banquet hall and free hotel-wide Wi-Fi. Travelers shopping around may want to consider Cayman Suites, which has kitchenettes and dishwashers in its rooms.
This 200-room, mid-range Comfort Inn sits two blocks from the beach on the northern end of Ocean City, next to a mall with restaurants and a movie theater. A back patio overlooks the surrounding marsh. Rooms are spacious, and some have bay views. It’s almost a 20-minute drive to the Ocean City boardwalk, but the Comfort Inn's location might suit budget-minded travelers seeking a bit of respite. Breakfast is not included in the room rate, but the hotel is attached to a 24-hour Denny’s. There's a large, beautiful indoor pool and whirlpool surrounded by windows, a small fitness center with cardio and weight machines, and a convenience store. While the property is clean, some areas are worn, and maintenance problems are not uncommon, but guests report they're addressed quickly. Another option away from the boardwalk buzz is the Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums, which includes and ice-skating rink.
This 200-room, mid-range Comfort Inn sits two blocks from the beach on the northern end of Ocean City, next to a mall with restaurants and a movie theater. A back patio overlooks the surrounding marsh. Rooms are spacious, and some have bay views. It’s almost a 20-minute drive to the Ocean City boardwalk, but the Comfort Inn's location might suit budget-minded travelers seeking a bit of respite. Breakfast is not included in the room rate, but the hotel is attached to a 24-hour Denny’s. There's a large, beautiful indoor pool and whirlpool surrounded by windows, a small fitness center with cardio and weight machines, and a convenience store. While the property is clean, some areas are worn, and maintenance problems are not uncommon, but guests report they're addressed quickly. Another option away from the boardwalk buzz is the Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums, which includes and ice-skating rink.
Part of the four-hotel Carousel Group, the two-and-a-half pearl Coastal Palms Inn & Suites sits on the Coastal Highway a block from the beach, surrounded by other hotels, convenience stores, and restaurants. Its 95 rooms have balconies, and some have full or partial ocean views, but not all have been equally updated. Family-friendly, the hotel has two-room suites and a two-bedroom, two-bath Beach House with full kitchen, plus an outdoor pool and an on-site branch of the CrabCake Factory restaurant, but breakfast is not included in the room rate. Some packages include passes to the indoor skating rink at the nearby Carousel Hotel. Travelers might want to check rates at La Quinta Inn & Suites, which is closer to the Ocean Beach boardwalk.
Part of the four-hotel Carousel Group, the two-and-a-half pearl Coastal Palms Inn & Suites sits on the Coastal Highway a block from the beach, surrounded by other hotels, convenience stores, and restaurants. Its 95 rooms have balconies, and some have full or partial ocean views, but not all have been equally updated. Family-friendly, the hotel has two-room suites and a two-bedroom, two-bath Beach House with full kitchen, plus an outdoor pool and an on-site branch of the CrabCake Factory restaurant, but breakfast is not included in the room rate. Some packages include passes to the indoor skating rink at the nearby Carousel Hotel. Travelers might want to check rates at La Quinta Inn & Suites, which is closer to the Ocean Beach boardwalk.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Suites Ocean City Oceanfront is good for families with its multiple restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools -- one with slides and fountains -- and a kids’ club. All 225 rooms have full kitchens, separate living rooms with sofa beds, and modern bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. The beach is right outside, and there are entertainment and restaurants within a five-minute walk, including Jolly Roger Amusement Park. However, it is not convenient to the popular amusement parks and shops at the south end of the boardwalk, which are a 10-minute drive away. While kids will find fun activities here, those looking for a truly fun-filled stay should check out Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, where there are a bounce house, dance parties, a game room, and even an indoor ice-skating rink.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Suites Ocean City Oceanfront is good for families with its multiple restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools -- one with slides and fountains -- and a kids’ club. All 225 rooms have full kitchens, separate living rooms with sofa beds, and modern bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. The beach is right outside, and there are entertainment and restaurants within a five-minute walk, including Jolly Roger Amusement Park. However, it is not convenient to the popular amusement parks and shops at the south end of the boardwalk, which are a 10-minute drive away. While kids will find fun activities here, those looking for a truly fun-filled stay should check out Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, where there are a bounce house, dance parties, a game room, and even an indoor ice-skating rink.
This large, family-owned oceanfront hotel with an OIympic-size swimming pool and beach volleyball court is incredibly kid-friendly, with a seasonal kids program that includes live character performances. But it's also great for adults, thanks largely to its popular bar & grill, Coconuts, which provides beachfront food and drink service and live music. The Beach House Restaurant serves breakfast a la carte or buffet-style (and there's a kids' menu, of course). Little ones will also likely appreciate the ice cream shop. Rooms are a bit basic but have full kitchens, and the hotel is a short drive to the boardwalk and Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park; those looking to be closer to the boardwalk action should consider a hotel farther south.
This large, family-owned oceanfront hotel with an OIympic-size swimming pool and beach volleyball court is incredibly kid-friendly, with a seasonal kids program that includes live character performances. But it's also great for adults, thanks largely to its popular bar & grill, Coconuts, which provides beachfront food and drink service and live music. The Beach House Restaurant serves breakfast a la carte or buffet-style (and there's a kids' menu, of course). Little ones will also likely appreciate the ice cream shop. Rooms are a bit basic but have full kitchens, and the hotel is a short drive to the boardwalk and Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park; those looking to be closer to the boardwalk action should consider a hotel farther south.
This 84-room hotel has a prime location -- a block from the Ocean City Boardwalk and the beach. The rooms are clean and modern, with small balconies, and those on the fifth floor have ocean views. A small outdoor pool sits in the middle, and the free breakfast includes make-your-own waffles. There's a tiny gym with a few cardio and weight machines, but it seems more like an afterthought. Another drawback is the size of the small parking lot; guests with large cars will likely find it a tight fit. But budget-minded travelers who want to be in the throes of Ocean City will find the Gateway Hotel & Suites a good choice. Another budget option to consider could be the Holiday Inn Express Ocean City, which has both indoor and outdoor pools.
This 84-room hotel has a prime location -- a block from the Ocean City Boardwalk and the beach. The rooms are clean and modern, with small balconies, and those on the fifth floor have ocean views. A small outdoor pool sits in the middle, and the free breakfast includes make-your-own waffles. There's a tiny gym with a few cardio and weight machines, but it seems more like an afterthought. Another drawback is the size of the small parking lot; guests with large cars will likely find it a tight fit. But budget-minded travelers who want to be in the throes of Ocean City will find the Gateway Hotel & Suites a good choice. Another budget option to consider could be the Holiday Inn Express Ocean City, which has both indoor and outdoor pools.
The Fenwick Inn is a 198-room, two-pearl property that sits a block from the beach at Ocean City’s northern tip. Popular with bus tours, the hotel is under new management and has been updating its dated room decor and adding new mattresses. Hallways can be a little dark, but the lobby is large and well lit, and the staff is friendly. It's a good location for travelers who prefer a quieter area away from the bustle of the boardwalk. The hotel has a pleasant indoor pool and hot tub with plenty of windows and a partial-glass ceiling, and the eighth-floor restaurant offers lovely views. Travelers might want to compare rates with the Comfort Inn Gold Coast, also at the northern end of Ocean City.
The Fenwick Inn is a 198-room, two-pearl property that sits a block from the beach at Ocean City’s northern tip. Popular with bus tours, the hotel is under new management and has been updating its dated room decor and adding new mattresses. Hallways can be a little dark, but the lobby is large and well lit, and the staff is friendly. It's a good location for travelers who prefer a quieter area away from the bustle of the boardwalk. The hotel has a pleasant indoor pool and hot tub with plenty of windows and a partial-glass ceiling, and the eighth-floor restaurant offers lovely views. Travelers might want to compare rates with the Comfort Inn Gold Coast, also at the northern end of Ocean City.
A large, mid-range hotel that caters to mature couples, families, and large groups, the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau overflows with amenities: nightclub, fitness center, playground, pet park, gift shop, indoor and outdoor pools, four bars, a restaurant, and a health spa with a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. A variety of clean (if slightly dated) rooms are available, including bi-level cabanas with spiral staircases near the pool. A path offers direct beach access, and it's about a 10-minute drive from the boardwalk. This is one of the only pet-friendly hotels in Ocean City, and one of only two that sells liquor on the sand.
A large, mid-range hotel that caters to mature couples, families, and large groups, the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau overflows with amenities: nightclub, fitness center, playground, pet park, gift shop, indoor and outdoor pools, four bars, a restaurant, and a health spa with a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool. A variety of clean (if slightly dated) rooms are available, including bi-level cabanas with spiral staircases near the pool. A path offers direct beach access, and it's about a 10-minute drive from the boardwalk. This is one of the only pet-friendly hotels in Ocean City, and one of only two that sells liquor on the sand.