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Castle in the Sand

Property class: 3

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Photo gallery for Castle in the Sand

A beach scene with two beach chairs labeled "Castle in the Sand" and a person under a blue umbrella.
A castle-like building with a swimming pool, surrounded by trees and illuminated by street lights.
A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted lamp, an air conditioner, and a view of the beach.
A bar area with wooden beams, striped barstools, and various signs including "YUENGLING" and "The Lion's Den".
A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating and umbrellas.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is $94
$84 nightly
$94 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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
(17 reviews)
  • 480 sq ft
  • 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
(42 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 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
(51 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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
(50 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 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)

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)
  • 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)

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)
  • 396 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 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

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

Ocean City

With a stay at Castle in the Sand in Ocean City (Midtown Ocean City), you'll be steps from Ocean City Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Ocean City Boardwalk. .This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Roland E. Powell Convention Center and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Jolly Roger Amusement Park.

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 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
  • ‪Happy Jack Pancake House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Castle in the Sand

Castle in the Sand offers 180 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 38-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 180 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
At Castle in the Sand, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, ATM/banking services, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
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

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 38-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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

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 day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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. 616 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel for a quick stay. Friendly staff, loved the beach bar and live music. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that it was right on the beach and that you could get drinks brought to you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful being that we had to change rooms from one day to the next nice bar restaurant, breakfast buffet, and Beach area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my family only stayed one night, but the hotel was just what we needed for our beach day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pool was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean apartment in the cottage with a brand new stove which was great! Loved the easy walk to the beach and other attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice wonderful time. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel for a family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accessibility to the beach and the Coconuts lounge on the beach was the best part. The rooms we stayed in were quite a bit out dated, but had an ocean front view. We did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good shore hotel with a bar/restaurant on-site and a large-sized pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the fact that you can order food and drinks on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location location. Beautiful place. Lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally everything was on site and still near by to the main part of the boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place to stay needs a little updating but it got the job done for a last min. trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 💘
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach! Absolutely beautiful. Convenient and gorgeous!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the cottage it was very and spacious. The beach was literally right up the street the staff was very helpful and nice. I plan on staying again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff,clean room(microwave!),good happy hour with live music & can take cocktails from bar to the beach!We booked spur of the moment but still got a great rate,but unfortunately,no more oceanfront room available,so hopefully next time,can get room with balcony!Can’t wait to come back!🤗😎
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was clean, nothing special about it. The only thing that I liked was the convenience of the beach directly outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026