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Thunderbird Beach Motel

Property class: 2
Beachfront motel near Ocean City Beach

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A beach with sun loungers and umbrellas, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean in the background.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.
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A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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32nd Street Oceanblock, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting of a beach scene.

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(126 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a mirror, and a window with blinds.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ocean City

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Midtown Ocean City motel, you'll find Ocean City Beach and Jolly Roger Amusement Park. Also, Ocean City Boardwalk is within half a mile (1 km) and Roland E. Powell Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isle of Wight Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 11 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Happy Jack Pancake House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪45th Street Taphouse Bar & Grille - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Beach Motel

Beachfront motel near Ocean City Beach
Thunderbird Beach Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Beach Motel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and a television in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Ocean City motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Beach Motel offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, and January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 1.59 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room safe

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2913

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Beach Motel to the airport?

Thunderbird Beach Motel is 6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Beach Motel.

How close is Thunderbird Beach Motel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Beach Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino at Ocean Downs (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel have a pool?

Thunderbird Beach Motel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Beach Motel to downtown Ocean City?

Thunderbird Beach Motel is 1.9 mi away from Ocean City.

Thunderbird Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdated but clean. Very friendly staff. Beach is less than a minute walk. Close to the stores and restaurants. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent staff , great pool and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was super nice and the pool and location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, just a really good place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the beach , super affordable and staff was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with a pool. Simple and located near everything I wanted to be close to.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very pleasant and accommodating, close to the beach, AC ice cold and good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the location was convenient to the beach, shops and eateries. The staff were friendly and helpful. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean air conditioner worked great staff was friendly. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get a decent room for the OCMD rates.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here, room was clean and staff was super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and pleasant pool was really nice close to the beach but you had to walk a little ways to get to the boardwalk I wish we could of found a Chinese buffet close by I would go back and stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous & friendly from the front desk to housekeeping. The rooms were very clean. I plan on staying again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the first year I stayed at the Thunderbird Motel. I really enjoyed myself and enjoyed the stay. The motel was extremely clean. The staff was nice and very helpful when needed. The pool was clean as well. I will definitely be back next summer!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean,nice staff and very close to the beach.i will definitely stay again.only thing I would change is bring my own pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is pretty clean for the price the staff at the front counter is very nice air conditioning works exactly how it's supposed to. Your view is the building right behind you and the parking lot but for the price can't beat it great for a family that is on a small budget
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place to stay for quick beach access. Best part was the staff! Friendly, nice, and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable place that is kept it great condition and is also almost right on the beach! Id highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Great for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very comfortable the air conditioning was very cold had to turn down .Check in was very quick but efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean the workers were extremely nice and helpful would 100% stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026