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Castle in the Sand

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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3701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Roland E. Powell Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪40 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)

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)

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

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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

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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)

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 - 0.1 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
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dough Roller - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Castle in the Sand

Oceanfront with outdoor pool, near Jolly Roger Amusement Park
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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Castle in the Sand Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Adequate Room

Room was nice. Ocean view beautiful! Bed was not very comfortable, very hard mattress for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice stay, the only downside was check in was at 3 and room was not ready until 5, also poor communication from front desk staff, but after that everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the bar area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie, North Bethesda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN A

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

EPIC EXPERIENCE

Great location, great bar at location called Coconuts. Entertaiment has always been spot on when we're there. Very conveniently located. Room were roomy and very clean. We stayed in Waverly Tower, bacolny. We stay here every year for Bike week because we LOVE IT so much! And the security staff is amazing as well!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ehab

Close to beach ,good view but too much noise outside hotel due to live music and heavy drinking at the coconuts bar downstairs at the hotel. Also the room was showing it age and the hotel is in desperate need of upgrading itself.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the balcony. No big street lights. View of moon and a sky full of stars on a clear night. View the ocean waves a constant changing sky of sun rise and moon light. Beautiful clouds that fill the sky constantly changing shapes. Very very clean. Great staff and nice people. Hope to schedule for next year, maybe get the 5th floor view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk on the beach before breakfast at 7, all good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

SAMUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hortencia, Hicksville

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Keith

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was wonderful! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marquis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Check-in was super quick and the staff were great. The property is a little older and has some wear, but still kept up pretty well. Our room had a musty motel smell and a few unusual black crumbs on one bed, but overall it was clean. The place has a fun vibe with an on-site bar and restaurant (we didn’t try them), safe/convenient parking, and a pool that’s bigger than most in Ocean City. Despite a couple small flaws, we enjoyed our stay and I’d definitely bring my family back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A little noisy late night but all was as expected. Property was s little out dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa, middleburg

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

Fun Fun

There was plenty of staff to take care of the guests. And the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coconuts beach bar was the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Staff were very courteous. Enjoyed live music and restaurant. Pool was super clean. Convenient beach access. Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun times.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there. Excellent stuff service. Rooms are kept clean easy access to the beach! I love it! Definitely staying here again for my next trip to OC!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025