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 1,160 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,374 reviews	View
Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,219 reviews	View
ELIS APARTMENT	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 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 Ocean City Beach and Carousel Ice Skating Rink.

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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

Crystal Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Barracuda was great"

Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites

8/10 Good

"The rooms are spacious for sure, The beach is literally across the street from this hotel. There are 2 pools at this hotel which is always great, The staff is kind and friendly. Parking is charged per day. The only downfall is that some of the rooms our outdated and need to be revamped as it gives it an off vibe. But overall good experience, great hotel, spacious rooms and close to everything on the boardwalk."

Sahara Motel

8/10 Good

"The coffee in the reception area was awesome.!! The room has a musty damp smell that didn’t dissipate even with the balcony door open. The carpet in front of the TV was soaked when we arrived. The bathroom tub had dirt in it like someone stepped in it, the bottom of the front door was broken and dragged the floor when opening and shutting which made it difficult to close properly without pulling and pushing it hard to close and the pictures online showed rooms with a kitchenette. For the money I paid for beachfront balcony I would have thought I would have had one but didn’t. With all of that we still had a great time and chose to stay out of the room until bed time. So the room was ok to sleep in. The staff were very friendly even if they didn’t understand us. We requested extra pillows and they stopped what they were doing to find out what we were asking for them delivered the pillows right away. They spoke every time we passed them. Very pleased with the staff."

Madison Beach Motel

8/10 Good

"We stayed at Madison for three days and had a great time! Pros: 1. Location - close to boardwalk and to the bay, including our favorite restaurant De Lazy Lizard (great for kids!!) 2. Parking was convenient and plenty of spots available. 3. Rooms - beds were comfortable. Liked the materials. 4. Pool was great. 5. Staff was super friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Cons 1. Rooms are small overall which makes the space pretty tight. It was doable for our family for a few days but I think it would have been challenging to stay longer. 2. Lack of storage in bathroom - no hooks or towel bars to hang anything in the bathroom. Vanity is very small with a minimal countertop. Overall, we had a great stay and would return in the future!"

Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"When we first arrived, the toilet was running and not working correctly and our refrigerator wasnt working. The staff replaced our refrigerator and fixed the toilet within minutes of us mak8ng them aware. Everything was very clean and we enjoyed having the ocean view every morning! The restaurant needs some work so I would not suggest that but our stay was wonderful!"

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 1053 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. Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

2. Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

3. Comfort Inn Ocean City Boardwalk

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. Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

8. Park Place Hotel

9. Hotel Monte Carlo Ocean City

10. Americana Motor Inn

11. Plim Plaza Hotel

12. Madison Beach Motel

13. Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront

14. The Wellington Hotel & Suites Oceanblock

15. The Americana Hotel

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

17. Ocean 1 Hotel and Suites

18. Ocean Lodge Hotel South

19. Monte Carlo Boardwalk Oceanfront Ocean City

20. Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites

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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

Crystal Beach Hotel

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