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Castle in the Sand

3.0 star property

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Food and drink
On the beach
Exterior
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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3701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Roland E. Powell Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacrets Distilling Company
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Bayside Efficiency) No Balcony

Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Bayside Efficiency) No Balcony

Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Bayside Efficiency) No Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Oceanfront Efficiency)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Oceanfront Efficiency)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Efficiency Beach Level)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Efficiency Beach Level)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (No balcony)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (No balcony)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (No balcony)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront (No balcony)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront (No balcony)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront (No balcony)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North Beach Level)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North Beach Level)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North with Balcony)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North with Balcony)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North with Balcony)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle South Patio Level)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle South Patio Level)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Block from Beach / No Elevator)

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Block from Beach / No Elevator)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Castle South Suite 2nd or 3rd Floor, No elevator

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Castle South Suite 2nd or 3rd Floor, No elevator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo | Living area

Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator) | Living area

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ocean City

With a stay at Castle in the Sand in Ocean City (Midtown Ocean City), you'll be steps from Ocean City Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Ocean City Boardwalk. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Roland E. Powell Convention Center and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Jolly Roger Amusement Park.

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Dough Roller - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Castle in the Sand

Beachfront hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Castle in the Sand offers 180 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 180 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
At Castle in the Sand, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, ATM/banking services, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.
Castle in the Sand has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
11 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Spring Break deposit: USD 300.00 per stay (for stays between 01 June - 30 June)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2981

Property is also known as

Castle Sand
Castle Sand Hotel
Castle Sand Hotel Ocean City
Castle Sand Ocean City
Castle In The Sand Hotel Ocean City
Castle In The Sand Ocean City Md
Castle In The Sand Ocean City Md
Castle in the Sand Hotel
Castle in the Sand Ocean City
Castle in the Sand Hotel Ocean City

Reviews

Castle in the Sand Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our stay

We had a lot of fun. Loved being able to walk right down to the beach. The kids had fun all around, at the beach and the pool. We enjoyed happy hour and Coconuts entertainment!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jing

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs update for sure! Very old!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We loved our stay at Castle in the Sand. They let us park there before our room was ready so we had easy access to the pool and beach. The pool was really nice. We were in one of the cottages and it was not far from the beach at all. You are able to order drinks and food right on the beach or by the pool if you’d like! We would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl, New Windsor

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Usually very pleased with this place. Brought cooled food. Frig had just been unplugged to defrost. Told it would take 24 hrs to cool. One-day reservation! In morning some things frozen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute couples trip. Standard beach hotel. Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Shower was manageable. Parking was easy and convenient. The front desk staff was wonderful! Absolute highlight of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here - the perfect ocean vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDDY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tiki bar was fantastic, BOGO at happy hour!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a wonderful trip to Castle in the Sand. Staff are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carmilita

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chynita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We would come back. We're footsteps from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian, Frederick

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom sink was not draining, there a dirty hand print on the wall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This property is nearly on the beach so that is great but it has aged and possibly very difficult to keep up with it’s needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are very customer oriented. They also take pride in their job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osemedua

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nearness to the beach. Awesome 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have pillowtop mattresses however probably need new as not much support. Otherwise rooms clean, lovely views of ocean, wonderful pool-towels were not always available at the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful time here with the family. Super convenient hotel and nice staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything we need.

We love this hotel, it's older but clean and well kept. Outdoor restaurant with bar and live music. Ocean is steps away and someone is out there to get your order for restaurant and bar! Onsite pool and convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025