North Ocean City Travel Guide

Ocean City

A crowded beach with people sunbathing, swimming, and playing in the water.
A sandy beach path with a wooden fence, people walking, and colorful beach umbrellas.
A beach with colorful umbrellas, beach chairs, and tents.
A crowded beach with people in the water and on the sand, lifeguard chairs, and a clear blue sky.
A wooden pier extending into a body of water, with a gazebo at the end and a clear blue sky above.

Stay near popular North Ocean City attractions

A pier with people on it, a beach, and a roller coaster in the background.

Ocean City Beach

9.2/10 (10,973 reviews)
Swim in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, relax on soft white sands or stroll by the arcades and shops on the exciting boardwalk at this family-friendly city beach.
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Things to do

Ocean City Private Helicopter Tour

Ocean City Private Helicopter Tour

฿3,736
per adult
Ocean City Private Helicopter Tour
1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City

1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City

฿1,181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Private Escape Room Experience in Ocean City
Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets

Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets

฿1,910
per adult
Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets
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Top hotels in North Ocean City

Fenwick Inn

Fenwick Inn

3 out of 5
13801 Coastal Highway Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,297 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,297
฿3,070 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Fenwick Inn
Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort

Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort

3 out of 5
Oceanfront on 91st Street Ocean City MD
The price is ฿3,070 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,070
฿3,970 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums

3 out of 5
11700 Coastal Hwy Ocean City MD
The price is ฿4,614 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,614
฿5,499 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,450 reviews)
"Water pressure and hot water for your shower was poor"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums
Coastal Palms Inn & Suites

Coastal Palms Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
120th Street, Coastal Highway Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,376 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,376
฿2,661 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Ocean City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,017 reviews)
"Staff was nice, very close to beach, pool was disappointing, and room was clean on the surface but when we opened sofa bed found a few items left behind."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Coastal Palms Inn & Suites
Comfort Inn Gold Coast

Comfort Inn Gold Coast

2.5 out of 5
11201 Coastal Hwy Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,655 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,655
฿2,974 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Kids friendly. Pool was heated, it was nice to have microwave and fridge in the room. It’s not super updated but good enough and clean to stay."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn Gold Coast
Ashore Oceanfront Hotel, Ocean City, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Ashore Oceanfront Hotel, Ocean City, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10100 Coastal Hwy Ocean City MD
The price is ฿2,622 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,622
฿2,937 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Ashore Oceanfront Hotel, Ocean City, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Where to stay in North Ocean City

Find the best North Ocean City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A Ferris wheel at sunset with a colorful sky.
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Downtown Ocean City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Ocean City, Ocean City Beach and Jolly Roger at the Pier are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.

A person playing croquet on a green artificial turf with a wooden mallet and a ball.
Photo by Julia
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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.

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.

North Ocean City Travel Guide