The Best Hotels in Downtown Ocean City, Ocean City - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Park Place Hotel	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,135 reviews	View
Crystal Sands Motel	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 439 reviews	View
ELIS APARTMENT	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel & Suites Ocean City, an Ascend Collection Hotel	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,017 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,356 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Ocean City

Find the best Downtown Ocean City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A crowded beach with people walking along the shore, umbrellas, and a large sandcastle.

North Ocean City

A noteworthy feature of North Ocean City is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Maryland Beach and Ocean City Beach.

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A coastal city with a long beach, high-rise buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Midtown Ocean City

Midtown Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Ocean City Beach and Seacrets Distilling Company, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Ocean City.

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A marina with several boats docked, wooden pilings, and houses in the background.

West Ocean City

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to West Ocean City. A stop by Tanger Outlet Center or Ocean City Harbor might round out your trip.

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Caine Woods

Caine Woods might not have many top sights, but Maryland Beach and Northside Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a marina.

Sunset Island

While Sunset Island may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Seacrets Distilling Company and Seacrets.

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Top Downtown Ocean City Hotel Reviews

Harrison Hall Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s my favorite place to stay in OC it’s so close to the beach and you can sit on the rocking chair right in front of the boardwalk… I love it."

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, perfect location, comfortable beds. The only thing the shower either was really hot or really cold but didnt tell the front desk until check out and they said maintenance will look at it.. would definitely stay there again.. right on the boardwalk"

Park Place Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is very nice. Room was very clean. View of, and access to, the beach and ocean were fantastic. Staff were very courteous and helpful. Room rate was very high, but it is a top quality hotel on the beach/ocean the prime part of the summer season. Thank goodness we were able to afford it. Had an absolutely wonderful stay and trip!"

Crystal Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"The room was super clean, beds were ok, not great. We had an ocean view which was fantastic. We love Barracudas one of our favorite places to eat. A few things to mention the bottom drawer was missing in the dresser. We don’t use it so not a huge deal for us and the fridge worked but it did freeze things and the door on the fridge was rusted and banged up. I would stay here again it really was super clean!!"

Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites

8/10 Good

"Love the location. Great view, safe, and on the boardwalk. Only complaints are the sewage smell once you leave the room (smell started to get into the room toward the end of the week) and also had a kitchenette with only a pot for the stove and two plates. We were also an end unit across from the trash chute so maybe that is why the smell? Didn’t leave my parking spot once I paid for hotel parking because spots are limited. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Worth it for the location. Bubba, Katie, Elena, and Mikey are exceptional employees. Despite my small complaints, I would definitely stay there again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Ocean City like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Ocean City's Downtown Ocean City neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Ocean City? Consider a visit to Ocean City Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Ocean City?

Based on our traveller data, Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Ocean City. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean City Beach, and it offers 4 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Plim Plaza Hotel and Majestic Hotel & Apartments.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Ocean City area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Ocean City, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 1108 Downtown Ocean City hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Ocean City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Ocean City.

What can I see and do in this Ocean City neighbourhood?

Bring the family to Jolly Roger at the Pier, Trimper's Rides and Ocean Bowl Skate Park while exploring all Downtown Ocean City has to offer. Ocean City Beach and Inlet Park are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Midway Shopping Center, Fun City Arcade and Bahia Marina are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Ocean City. Ripley's Believe It or Not! and Embers Island are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Ocean City.

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1. Comfort Inn Ocean City Boardwalk

2. Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

3. Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

4. Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

5. Gateway Hotel & Suites Ocean City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

7. Park Place Hotel

8. Plim Plaza Hotel

9. Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront

10. Americana Motor Inn

11. Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

12. Madison Beach Motel

13. Ocean Lodge Hotel South

14. The Wellington Hotel & Suites Oceanblock

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

16. Hotel Monte Carlo Ocean City

17. Dhimas Bayview Suites

18. Crystal Sands Motel

19. The Americana Hotel

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocean City

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Where to stay in Downtown Ocean City

North Ocean City

Midtown Ocean City

West Ocean City

Caine Woods

Sunset Island

Top Downtown Ocean City Hotel Reviews

Harrison Hall Hotel

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