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Castle in the Sand

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Ocean City Beach

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Block from Beach / No Elevator) | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Seacrets Distilling Company
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queens and 1 Sofa Bed, Kitchenette (Waverley Efficiency Beach Level)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo | Living area

Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

  • 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

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator)

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (Castle South Patio Level)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed 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)

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

  • 53 sq m
  • 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)

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

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds 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

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

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

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

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

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

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

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

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

  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ocean City

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Midtown Ocean City hotel, you'll find Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. Isle of Wight Bay and Planet Maze are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 1 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dumser's Dairyland Drive-In - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shotti's Point - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Embers Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Castle in the Sand

3-star beachfront hotel near Ocean City Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at Castle in the Sand. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ocean City hotel.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 11 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number 2981

We should mention

  • Up to 11 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Castle Sand Hotel
Castle Sand Hotel Ocean City
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Castle In The Sand Hotel Ocean City
Castle In The Sand Ocean City Md
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Castle in the Sand Ocean City
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Castle in the Sand Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy staying at Castle in the Sand
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Padma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to the beach amzing we had lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

It was good

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Average at best

The hotel is ok. It is an older property and could use some updates but it wasn’t a bad stay. Fairly clean and great location right on the beach. The hotel staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kashontae

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second year at this property, never disappointed! Will definitely be back for another summer vacay in the near future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did not like that the dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great outdoor patio

Great Oceanfront Room on the top floor! A nice outdoor area for dining and watching live bands as well as a full service bar !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

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

A castle for this Queen 👸

It was a great stay. Lots of fun & sun. Castle in the Sand is a very nice place. It was a few steps to the beach. You could hear the ocean. The grounds were kept up well. However, whoever the owner is should invest in some upgrades, a refresh! The staff were great. The outside entertainment was great. I would certainly go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay and was right on the beach. Great staff and location. Need new beds pretty warm down. Would definitely stay there again if I’m in town again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vichien

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for a weekend trip Friday-Sunday. Place was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4 years in a row at this hotelsl! Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Security

The stay was good. The only thing i have a problem with is cameras. There is no cameras in the hallway nor elevators. The bathrooms are very small. But over all i would recommend to some one else.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Customer service was amazing! Front desk and housekeeping were very nice. Location was great. There were hairs in the shower, mold on the bathroom ceiling, fridge smelled awful. Fruit flies everywhere. Room 3002. I would give this place another chance just because of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
been staying here for many years. always clean rooms and great service. The staff is very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay. Clean room. Great amenities. Definitely worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Travelled with group
The internet did not work barely at all. Room was not cleaned first day at all and no clean towels delivered. Had to call office late at night to get towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024