Castle in the Sand

Property class: 3
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Ocean City Beach

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Castle in the Sand puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Roland E. Powell Convention Center and Jolly Roger Amusement Park are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
The current price is CNY423
CNY474 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the city.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, and a desk.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North Beach Level)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 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)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 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)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Block from Beach / No Elevator)

A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with a quilted bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 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

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sandy beach area with lounge chairs, and palm trees.

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

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

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

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table with chairs. There is a painting on the wall, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

A living room with a teal sofa, a red armchair, a glass coffee table, a wicker side table, and a television on a stand.

Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

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

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator)

A wooden cabin interior with a sofa, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator)

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

View all photos for Apartment 1 Bedroom (C cottages)

A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a white headboard, a patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, and a dresser with a mirror.

Apartment 1 Bedroom (C cottages)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Cottage, Pool View (Units A, B, C, and D)

A room with wooden walls, a sofa, a chair, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

Cottage, Pool View (Units A, B, C, and D)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Townhome

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a patterned armchair, and a living room with a sofa and a lamp.

Townhome

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio, City View

A living room with a green sofa, a wooden cabinet with a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, and large windows with blinds.

Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

A living room with a green sofa, a white coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a painting on the wall.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842

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, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 12 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 47 min drive
  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seacrets - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dumser's Dairyland Drive-in - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Castle in the Sand

  • Castle in the Sand puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, Roland E. Powell Convention Center and Jolly Roger Amusement Park are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and beach location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 180 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 11 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 38-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

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

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number 2981

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle in the Sand offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Castle in the Sand does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Castle in the Sand?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Castle in the Sand?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Castle in the Sand?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Castle in the Sand?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Castle in the Sand?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Ocean Downs (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Castle in the Sand and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Castle in the Sand also has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Castle in the Sand?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Castle in the Sand like?

Castle in the Sand is located on the waterfront in Midtown Ocean City, a short 13-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk and 8 minutes' walk from Roland E. Powell Convention Center. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Castle in the Sand Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach was easily accessible and offered stunning views from the rooms. (108 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant, Coconuts, offers delicious food, happy hour specials, and live music, making it a highlight of the property. (74 reviews)
  • The pool was large, clean, and perfect for families with attentive lifeguards and poolside service. (53 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great beautiful pool entertainment day and night
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are a bit dated but everything else was great! Very convenient by beach and friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely love Castle in the Sand. I’ve stayed there many times. Love the location, right on the beach, and the bar and grill on the property is so nice….great crushes!!
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10/10 Exceptional

A fun location in Ocean City! Hotel is very well maintained and clean. Coconuts Bar and Grill on the premises is awesome.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a bay view it was very nice great place great price going back next year
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10/10 Exceptional

I wish we had stayed on the third floor so we could see the ocean better, we were very happy with our room. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
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8/10 Very good

The location is perfect, just a few steps from the beach. A minor downside: the room cleaning could have been better.
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were really nice. Pool was an A+
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8/10 Very good

Had a 3 day stay in the middle of the week. Everything was clean and the staff was nice and helpful. Well maintained but could use some updating. The location is great and has easy beach access.
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8/10 Very good

Me and my family only stayed one night, but the hotel was just what we needed for our beach day.
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms, great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

A good shore hotel with a bar/restaurant on-site and a large-sized pool
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10/10 Exceptional

I think it was the perfect stay for me and my family of 4 peaceful and respectful environment and staff was amazing will be staying again
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the fact that you can order food and drinks on the beach
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10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly front desk. The agent was very informative and pleasant upon checking and check out. Housekeeping found a lost pair of children’s sunglasses. Great place!
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10/10 Exceptional

It's fun hotel u can order drinks right on the beach it's not on the board walk. Hotel staff was amazing great views . Will stay again 💘
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10/10 Exceptional

Was here for work and had a great room in the north building with a balcony facing the ocean! I will definitely stay here again when I visit OC!!
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10/10 Exceptional

This was our 5th year staying here for OCMD Bike Week. As usual, it was a wonderful stay. James was our room attendant. He did a fabulous job making sure we had all that we needed. The happy hour at Coconuts is AWESOME! 5-6PM it's buy one get one and it's WELL WORTH IT! Great entertainment and food also. We love this place and will continue to stay here year after year. It's just a block away from the convention center where the vendors were and it's located close to all that you want to see and do or is just a quick ride down the road. Staff was great. Security is always on top of things too in a good way. Would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms. I have zero complaints. Front desk staff very friendly & helpful.
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8/10 Very good

It was a good overall experience. The building is older, but is still maintained well. Very convenient with the restaurants at the hotel, and walking to distance to other places. Nice being right there on the beach
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10/10 Exceptional

Goog location for stay over the weekend
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10/10 Exceptional

Their 2 bedroom condos are very spacious, clean and organized with balcony, kitchen and 2 full bathrooms. Loved the place.
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10/10 Exceptional

Our room was on the fourth floor facing the beach, so we did not have a balcony, but a full window. It was a beautiful view. The bed was comfy, the location was in walking distance to everything we nee
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is so friendly. Our room hass a great beach view. The location is excellent and plenty of parking.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent family friendly location with beach access. As far as I know this is the only hotel in ocean city that still has a diving board, which is cool. A little distance( about 2.3 mi from boardwalk, but we knew that. Great prices, polite and very helpful, friendly staff. Couldnt have been better.