Up to eight million visitors come to the barrier island of Ocean City each year. Many arrive in the summer to walk, bike, or roller skate along the classic wooden boardwalk. Named by National Geographic as one of the top ten boardwalks in America, it extends for miles, with unadulterated entertainment, consisting of amusement arcades, roller coasters, and restaurants serving crab cakes. Find neighborhoods with great hotels throughout the city for cultural events, free movies on the beach, and fishing in the ocean. Venture out of town to escape the crowds and enjoy tranquil recreational activities. Decide where to stay in this great summer destination, depending on your interests.
Where to stay
in Ocean City
Best Places to Stay for Entertainment
While beaches are the biggest attraction for many visitors to Ocean City, its entertainment options also draw plenty of interest. Suite hotels and luxurious accommodations in North Ocean City are a short drive from the Performing Arts Center in the Roland E. Powell Convention Center that offers concerts, musicals, and dance shows in the evening. To be close to the Jolly Roger Amusement Park, choose hotels in the Midtown Ocean City area, with outstanding sea views from Ocean City Beach and plenty of family fun during the day, much of it free of charge. Accommodations in West Ocean City are an easy walk across Harry W. Kelley Memorial Bridge and offer a quiet alternative to hotels in the downtown area. Dance all night on the beach at the downtown Caroline Street Stage.
North Ocean City
North Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Ocean City Beach and Carousel Ice Skating Rink.
Recommended hotels in North Ocean City
Midtown Ocean City
Midtown Ocean City is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean City Beach and Seacrets Distilling Company.
Recommended hotels in Midtown Ocean City
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.
Recommended hotels in West Ocean City
Great Places to Stay for Outdoor Activities
Located a few miles inland from Ocean City, the residential district of Ocean Pines is the place to book delightful waterfront vacation rentals, play golf on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course, and enjoy nature trails in recreational areas. Book accommodations in Berlin south of Ocean City for an easy 15-minute drive to the very long barrier island of Assateague Island National Seashore, where wild horses and abundant birdlife thrive. To ride horseback through lovely Eastern Shore countryside, book a room in Whaleyville, close to the Holly Ridge Farm Equestrian Center, a 20-minute drive from the city center.
Ocean Pines
You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Ocean Pines. You might want to make time for a stop at Ocean Pines Golf and Country Club or River Run Golf Club.
Recommended hotels in Ocean Pines
Berlin
You'll enjoy the beaches and waterparks in Berlin. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street Berlin or Casino at Ocean Downs.
Recommended hotels in Berlin
Whaleyville
Costa Ventosa Vineyard and Winery is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Whaleyville and the surrounding area.
Where to Stay for Nightlife
When the sun goes down, visitors to Ocean City's boardwalk have plenty of bar and restaurant options to entertain them. The craft beer scene is booming, with multiple downtown breweries within a short drive from the city center. Book a room in West Ocean City and visit Fin City Brewing, Ocean City's oldest brewery, for tastings and tours. Accommodations in Midtown Ocean City are a short stroll from the iconic Seacrets restaurant and nightclub with its big beach party area. Watch the sunset from bars near Fager's Island, where boutique hotels are located in a quieter neighborhood away from the boardwalk. Find award-winning restaurants with ocean views in hotels in North Ocean City, along with sports bars and themed restaurants.
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.
Recommended hotels in West Ocean City
Midtown Ocean City
Midtown Ocean City is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean City Beach and Seacrets Distilling Company.
Recommended hotels in Midtown Ocean City
North Ocean City
North Ocean City is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Ocean City Beach and Carousel Ice Skating Rink.
Recommended hotels in North Ocean City
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