Ocean City Hotel bookings continue to remain strong.
Ocean City’s Beach Ball Water Tower
Boardwalk Hotels are having a great year. This update is as of September 39, 2014 – the last day of the third quarter of the year. With a new hotel booking last evening we have now eclipsed the total number of bookings for 2003. This is a great position to be in to begin the fourth quarter of the year. The town of ocean City is to be commended for all it does to attract and maintain visitors throughout the year – and not just the summer (touristy) months.
On the Boards is where to stay for the ultimate beach-lover experience.
Ocean City, Maryland is a beach town located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It has been a popular tourist destination for decades and is known for its beaches, boardwalk, and amusement parks. If you are considering spending some time in Ocean City, staying on the Boardwalk is one of the best experiences you can have. Without a doubt, there is something for everyone; from restaurants and shopping to activities like carnival rides and mini-golf. There is even a fishing pier out over the Atlantic where you can get a wonderful view of the beach and the town or, yes, actually go fishing.
Whether you are in the mood for a quiet meal or a wild night out, there is something for you. The boardwalk is located on the ocean and stretches from the OC inlet at the very south end of Ocean City for two and a quarter miles to the north. The boardwalk is the place to be in Ocean City.
Places to Book a room in Ocean City
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There are many choices of places to stay on the Ocean City Boardwalk. There are also many places online to book your stay or make reservations for you vacation accommodations. There are links on these pages to Booking.com, the largest online booking service in the world (yes, we may earn a small advertising fee if you complete a booking/stay through one of these links, but it does not affect the price you pay). You can also look for places with small, but local, companies like the Boardwalk Hotel Group or Central Reservations, for example. It is also easy to make reservations directly with your hotel or hotel chain of choice, which works well for IHG and Hilton Honors “loyalty” members. There are also opportunities to find great rentals with AirBnB and VRBO. Check out the Ocean City Hotels Mapto see the locations of many bookable properties.
How can you find a great hotel room in Ocean City, MD but don’t want to pay the (obviously) higher rates of staying right on the boardwalk? A great alternative is to choose a place to stay one block inland – and consider one of the lodging choices along Baltimore Avenue, which runs parallel to the boardwalk and is only one block away.
With miles of sandy beaches, incredible surf and boardwalk, it’s no wonder OCMD is one of the most popular* vacation spots in the country.
Ocean City, Maryland is the perfect vacation destination for those looking to combine a beach getaway with the amenities of a small city. Whether you’re looking to relax on the sand and surf, explore the iconic boardwalk, or enjoy all that the town has to offer, Ocean City is sure to have something for everyone. There are plenty of hotels located in the heart of Ocean City, right on the famous boardwalk, giving travelers easy access to all the attractions and activities that make this city such a popular choice for a getaway.
Another view shows you another place to have some family fun, at the Fun City arcade.
Once you’ve spent time in the sun on the beach, or splashing in the waves, escape the heat in one of the city’s indoor attractions. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is a fun place for the whole family, with oddities and curiosities on display. Kids will love the Fun City Arcade, where they can enjoy games and prizes. There is even an indoor carousel and other rides along the boardwalk and only a short distance away there is even indoor miniature golf.
If you’re looking for a new place to dine, Maryland’s Ocean City is the place to be. Ocean City boasts a selection of restaurants for every taste and budget, from casual dining spots like to fine dining. Every boardwalk hotel will have a display rack of local brochures and even discount booklets with coupons, specials and more.
Turn south for a better look at the Shoreham Hotel and Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – this pub has great food and fun weekend entertainment throughout the summer.
Note: *Being such a popular vacation destination we see that the best hotels book up early. So, if you are planning a trip to the beach during the summer it would be a good idea to start your search for ocean city boardwalk hotel reservations as early as possible.
Sandcastles and fun on the beach in Ocean City. Maryland.
