Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide

Ocean City

A Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a sign that reads 'Holy Roller.'
A sunset over a body of water with a distant city skyline and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a double rainbow over the ocean.
A beach with people walking and playing, and a sunset in the background.
A Ferris wheel at sunset with a colorful sky.

Stay near popular Downtown Ocean City attractions

A vibrant amusement park with a large red Ferris wheel, a yellow roller coaster, and various colorful rides.

Ocean City Boardwalk

9.0/10 (11,302 reviews)
Discover a diverse collection of specialty stores, arcades, amusements, restaurants and bars on this classic wooden boardwalk on Ocean City’s waterfront.
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Things to do

Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets

Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets

Rp1.040.403
per adult
Ocean City Sunset Cruise departing from Seacrets
Ocean City Family Friendly Daytime Tiki Cruise

Ocean City Family Friendly Daytime Tiki Cruise

Rp567.087
per adult
Ocean City Family Friendly Daytime Tiki Cruise
Ocean City Daytime Party Cruise

Ocean City Daytime Party Cruise

Rp945.740
per adult
Ocean City Daytime Party Cruise
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Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

3 out of 5
2100 N Baltimore Ave Ocean City MD
The price is Rp1.508.220 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.508.220
Rp1.689.208 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,917 reviews)
"The hotel has a great location, and the pools were clean. It is an older hotel, and there were large stains on the hallway carpets. Our room had a kitchenette, but surprisingly there were no basic kitchen supplies at all — no plates, dishes, dish soap, etc., which was disappointing. The biggest issue, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront
Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1 16th Street Ocean City MD
The price is Rp1.940.400 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.940.400
Rp2.173.248 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,801 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront
Plim Plaza Hotel

Plim Plaza Hotel

2 out of 5
109 North Atlantic Ave. Ocean City MD
The price is Rp1.333.584 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.333.584
Rp1.493.614 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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. ...
Plim Plaza Hotel
Crystal Beach Hotel

Crystal Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
2500 N. Baltimore Ave. Ocean City MD
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.412.964 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.412.964
Rp1.582.520 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,444 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Crystal Beach Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

2 out of 5
2401 Atlantic Ave Ocean City MD
The price is Rp2.398.334 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.398.334
Rp2.686.134 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,025 reviews)
"very nice stay ita near the boardwalk n beach"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront
Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites

Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites

2.5 out of 5
5th Street on the Boardwalk Ocean City Ocean City MD
The price is Rp1.254.204 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.254.204
Rp1.404.708 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,291 reviews)
"Hotel needs major upgrades. Very dirty. Don’t waste your money."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Tidelands Caribbean Hotel and Suites
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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.

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.
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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.

Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide