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Castle in the Sand

3.0 star property

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On the beach
Bar (on property)
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Room, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Oceanfront Efficiency) | Beach/ocean view
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle North Beach Level) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 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) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 396 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Block from Beach / No Elevator) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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 | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

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

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

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

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 this property

Castle in the Sand

3-star hotel in Midtown Ocean City
Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a meeting room, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services are onsite.
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.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Castle in the Sand has designated areas for smoking.

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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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

Property 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. 549 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 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

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, great view, and Breakfast restaurant was wonderful. Rooms and bathrooms need an update!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are nothing fancy but they are clean! The atmosphere, workers, events and festivities make it an amazing experience. We will be back for our 3rd time in the spring:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nishith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was good. Laundry service was not available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was dark with a dank, musty smell. We asked for another room, which they provided down the hall from our first room. Second room also dark and musty smelling. Both of us have allergies and we couldn't stay there. Checked out after experiencing the second room, went down road found another hotel. This is an old property and it shows it. Live band playing in open, outdoor bar area easily heard through walls.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was conveniently located. Great live music. Extremely outdated. Had a bit of a musty smell in the room. The AC did not reach the bedroom well unit is in the living room area. The value was great but would pay more to stay somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room was dated, but clean and everything functioned properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

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

Beach front property centrally located in OCMD!

We had a beautiful beach-front room in the Castle North building on the third floor. I loved the balcony views and the fact that you were steps from the beach at this property. We also enjoyed live music and two-for-one drinks and food one evening we stayed. I believe we will be back next fall, if we can make it work!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelcee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute beach getaway for young family. Nothing fancy, but everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms were very clean but carpets could really use replacing. Location and beach access were great. Attendants during check in and check out were super pleasant. Really appreciated then.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The floor boards in front of the fridge were squishy and water was coming out. The fridge wasn’t even on when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Julia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was mold growing at the bottom of the wall in our bedroom. Wallpaper was lifting up from the bottom. Everything looked old except the carpet. Bathroom looked very outdated. You couldn't reach the TP unless you are a contortionist. Would never stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Elan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Asked for adjoining rooms and beachfront, neither were acknowledged.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen, MILTON

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean but the pull out sofa was old and worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff and the cleanliness of the property! The outside bar was awsome! Amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Great view of the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadiruzzaman

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The st
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025