Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide

Atlantic City

A coastal cityscape at night with illuminated buildings, a beach, and a boardwalk.
A large Ferris wheel at night with colorful lights, surrounded by carnival rides and a ticket booth.
A beach with wooden structures, a Ferris wheel, and a building with a red roof.
A boardwalk with a frozen custard stand and people sitting on benches.
A street-side cafe with outdoor seating, a bicycle, and a chalkboard menu.

Stay near popular Downtown Ocean City attractions

Pirate Island Golf

9.0/10 (44 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Ocean City at Pirate Island Golf. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

The Hook

The Hook

Rp1.846.274
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
The Hook
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City

Rp714.440
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City
Island Waterpark at Showboat

Island Waterpark at Showboat

Rp875.189
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Island Waterpark at Showboat
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Top hotels in Downtown Ocean City

The Linda Grande Hotel

The Linda Grande Hotel

2 out of 5
617 E 8th St Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp1.913.715 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.913.715
Rp2.193.595 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Ocean City Boardwalk and OC Waterpark are ...
The Linda Grande Hotel
The Forum

The Forum

2.5 out of 5
800-814 Atlantic Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp2.132.370 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp2.132.370
Rp2.773.892 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (812 reviews)
"We just checked out today. Quiet and nice place to rest. Literally 10min walk to the Beach. Front desk was 5 star service. Thank you guys for the 2day stay."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Forum
Impala Island Inn

Impala Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
1001 Ocean Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp2.354.225 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp2.354.225
Rp3.139.330 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (478 reviews)
"Not too helpful"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Impala Island Inn
Watson's Regency Suites

Watson's Regency Suites

2.5 out of 5
901 Ocean Avenue Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp3.316.579 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp3.316.579
Rp4.054.831 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ocean City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (768 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and responsive (front desk). Bathroom door was out of the hinge (top left). Balcony screens were both out of place,. One was actually out and just placed on the balcony. property was cleaned. front desk could be more representable. To attact guest. there were other issues that ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Watson's Regency Suites
Biscayne Suites

Biscayne Suites

2 out of 5
820 Ocean Ave Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp2.888.122 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp2.888.122
Rp3.488.315 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel 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 reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The rooftop pool and deck were beautiful and I loved the private deck in our room."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Biscayne Suites
Sifting Sands Motel

Sifting Sands Motel

2.5 out of 5
840 OCEAN AVENUE Ocean City NJ
The price is Rp1.888.387 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp1.888.387
Rp2.372.391 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel 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 reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (366 reviews)
"This is our second year staying at the Sifting Sands. This year we opted for a larger room - a King bed with a pull out couch. Our room was ready early and we were so grateful! There is just two of us but the king room gave us ample space and a sitting area for meals inside the room. The bed was ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Sifting Sands Motel
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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 boardwalk with shops, including a restaurant named 'Bob's Grill,' and a clear blue sky.

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Playland's Castaway Cove and Ocean City Boardwalk.

A beach with a pier and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Midtown South

If you're spending some time in Midtown South, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Hard Rock Casino Atlantic City are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden boardwalk with a lamp post, trash bins, and flower pots by the ocean.

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A casino with a tropical theme, including a large illuminated tower and a beach area with sand and grass.

Chelsea

If you're spending some time in Chelsea, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Tropicana Casino are top sights worth seeing.

A pier extending into calm waters at sunset.

18th - 34th

If you're spending some time in 18th - 34th, Ocean City Beach and Discovery Seashell Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Ocean City Travel Guide