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Castle in the Sand

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Food and drink
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Aerial view
On the beach
Castle in the Sand sits just steps from Ocean City Beach, providing a quiet getaway complete with an outdoor pool lined with sun loungers. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar or meals at the on-site restaurant. Previous visitors consistently mention the attentive, helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 45 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 39 sq m
  • 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)

1 bedroom, 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)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 39 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • 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)

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • 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)

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 53 sq m
  • 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)

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • 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

Run of the House, Some Units Accessible by Stairs Only

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo | Living area

Sovereign Seas 2 Bedroom Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 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

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (No Elevator)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
3701 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 17 min walk - 1.4 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
  • ‪The Dough Roller - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Castle in the Sand

Hotel near Ocean City Beach
Roland E. Powell Convention Center and Jolly Roger Amusement Park are located near Castle in the Sand, which provides laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and a vending machine
  • ATM/banking services, 1 meeting room and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 180 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per night

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 and 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2981

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
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Castle in the Sand Hotel
Castle in the Sand Ocean City
Castle in the Sand Hotel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle in the Sand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castle in the Sand pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Castle in the Sand?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle in the Sand?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castle in the Sand?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Castle in the Sand located?

Nestled on the beach, this Midtown Ocean City hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ocean City Beach, Ocean City Boardwalk and Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Isle of Wight Bay and Planet Maze are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Castle in the Sand Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love to stay at this property for many reasons.. beautiful views as well .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place a few minutes to the board walk,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been going here for years. Great as always
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coconuts beach bar was the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nishith

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

10/10 Excellent

mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the bar area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, parking was easy & secure, staff was pleasant and professional
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Very dated, shower was dirty and the water temp was very inconsistent. Big rooms, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, love the patio room so much! Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lived this place! Great room arrangement and friendly, helpful staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful time here with the family. Super convenient hotel and nice staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the food and drink service on the beach, live music at Coconuts bar! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there. Excellent stuff service. Rooms are kept clean easy access to the beach! I love it! Definitely staying here again for my next trip to OC!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like a mini resort. Very cool!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beachfront view. Amazing pool with a handicap accessible lift for the pool. They also have beach wheel chairs for use. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Beds were very comfortable. Shower had awesome water pressure. Bands playing on the patio in the afternoon and evening. Breakfast buffet was not free but was reasonable and delicious
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place,nice location. Would return there again. Great beach access and serve drinks and food to you right on the beach. Nice music plays by bands and djs. Enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelic

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people and a good place to spend time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went with a bunch of families. It was a perfect location and allowed for us to do "together" things and "separate" things. Ideal for the beach access, the bar access, the pool access, and the live music!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay right on the beach with a restaurant and bar, live music at night, a nice pool, and parking included. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Julia

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

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025