Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide

Atlantic City

A coastal cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, a beach, and a boardwalk.
A large Ferris wheel at night with colorful lights, surrounded by carnival rides and a ticket booth.
A beach with wooden structures, a Ferris wheel, and a building with a red roof.
A boardwalk with a frozen custard stand and people sitting on benches.
A street-side cafe with outdoor seating, a bicycle, and a chalkboard menu.

Stay near popular Downtown Ocean City attractions

Pirate Island Golf

9.0/5 (44 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Ocean City at Pirate Island Golf. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City

฿1,314
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City
Atlantic City: Little Water Distillery Spirit Tasting

Atlantic City: Little Water Distillery Spirit Tasting

฿493
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Atlantic City: Little Water Distillery Spirit Tasting
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Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City

The Forum

The Forum

2.5 out of 5
800-814 Atlantic Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿6,514 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿6,514
฿8,103 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (754 reviews)
"Staff are friendly, rooms clean. Only issue: AC makes loud noise when turning on. Everything else perfect."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

The Forum
Biscayne Suites

Biscayne Suites

2 out of 5
820 Ocean Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿8,922 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿8,922
฿10,460 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Love the rooms and location!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Biscayne Suites
Watson's Regency Suites

Watson's Regency Suites

2.5 out of 5
901 Ocean Avenue Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿11,385 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿11,385
฿13,376 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (721 reviews)
"Watson’s would be lovely for a long term stay. The apartments are well decorated and well kept. The only complaint we had was at check in in the evening the receptionist was a bit difficult, but otherwise everything was excellent and we would stay here again. The cost of the room is well worth the ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Watson's Regency Suites
Impala Island Inn

Impala Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1001 Ocean Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿9,324 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿9,324
฿11,522 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (397 reviews)
"The staff very friendly, seamless check in and out. No issues what so ever."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Impala Island Inn
Sifting Sands Motel

Sifting Sands Motel

2.5 out of 5
840 OCEAN AVENUE Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿7,179 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿7,179
฿8,515 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (287 reviews)
"Easy check in. Room was clean but out dated. If you are looking for a modern hotel this place is not for you. If you are looking for an antique efficiency then this is the place. Was nice to see an older hotel that was full of beach bound tourist. Short walk to beach & boardwalk."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Sifting Sands Motel
The Cove

The Cove

2 out of 5
724 Ocean Avenue Ocean City NJ
The price is ฿6,345 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿6,345
฿8,929 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
"S"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Cove
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Where to stay in Downtown Ocean City

Find the best Downtown Ocean City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A boardwalk with shops, including a restaurant named 'Bob's Grill,' and a clear blue sky.

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean City Boardwalk and Playland's Castaway Cove.

A beach with a pier and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Midtown South

If you're spending some time in Midtown South, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Hard Rock Casino Atlantic City are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden boardwalk with a lamp post, trash bins, and flower pots by the ocean.

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

18th - 34th

If you're spending some time in 18th - 34th, Ocean City Beach and Discovery Seashell Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A casino with a tropical theme, including a large illuminated tower and a beach area with sand and grass.

Chelsea

If you're spending some time in Chelsea, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Tropicana Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide