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Castle in the Sand

Downtown Ocean City (3 kms from Jolly Roger Amusement Park )

Ranked 13 out of 45 best hotels in ocean city

8.2
(1390 reviews)

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Queen Room with City View

  • Max 4 Adults
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    This room features city views, 2 queen-size beds, TV, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Please note, this room does not have a balcony.

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    Queen Room with Ocean View

  • Max 4 Adults
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    This room features oceanfront views, 2 queen-size beds, TV, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Please note, this room does not have a balcony.

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    Queen Room with Balcony and Ocean View

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This oceanfront efficiency features 2 queen-size beds, sleep sofa, TV, and kitchenette. There is a private oceanfront balcony.

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    Studio

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This efficiency features 2 queen-size beds, sleep sofa, TV, and kitchenette. Please note, this room does not have a balcony.

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    Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Patio

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This oceanfront efficiency features 2 queen-size beds, sleep sofa, TV, and kitchenette. This room has a walk-out patio just steps to the beach entrance. Please note, the ocean view is obstructed by the natural sand dune.

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    Queen Suite with Ocean View

  • Max 4 Adults
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    This suite features a bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, living room with a sleep sofa, full kitchen, 2 TVs, and a balcony with views of the ocean. Please note, stairs are required to access this room as elevator service is not available.

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    One-Bedroom Suite with Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This oceanfront suite features a bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, living room with a sleep sofa, 2 TVs, and full kitchen. This room has a walk-out patio just steps to the beach entrance. Please note, the ocean view is obstructed by the natural sand dune.

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    Queen Suite with Balcony

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This oceanfront suite features a bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, living room with a sleep sofa, 2 TVs, and full kitchen. There is a private oceanfront balcony.

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    One Bedroom Cottage

  • Max 4 Adults
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    Located one block from the beach, this cottage features a bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, a living room with a sleep sofa, TV, and full kitchen. Some units are accessible only by stairs. Please note, the check in time for this cottage is at 16:00.

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    Queen Suite with Patio View

  • Max 4 Adults
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    This suite features a bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, living room with a sleep sofa, full kitchen, 2 TVs, and a patio directly next to Coconuts Beach Bar & Grill. Please note, the ocean view is obstructed.

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    Two Bedroom Condo

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This condo features a bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, a bedroom with 2 twin-size beds, living room with a sleep sofa, 1 or more TVs, washer/dryer combo, and a full kitchen. There is a spacious north-facing balcony. Please note, check-in time for this condo is at 16:00.

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    Room Selected at Check In

  • Max 4 Adults
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    Please note the room type and bed type will be allocated upon check-in. It might be a higher room category but is subject to availability upon arrival.Check-in time for this unit is 15:00 or 16:00 based on availability. Please note that some units require stairs for access.

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    Two Bedroom Cottage

  • Max 6 Adults
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    This cottage features a bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, a bedroom with 2 twin-size beds, a living room with a sleep sofa, TV, and a full kitchen. Some units are accessible only by stairs. Please note, the check in time for this cottage is at 16:00.

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    All Facilities for Castle in the Sand

    Category Facilities
    Activities Live music/performance, Happy hour, Movie nights, Beach.
    Business facilities Meeting/banquet facilities.
    Cleanliness & disinfecting Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
    Miscellaneous Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift, Designated smoking area.
    Safety features Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available.
    Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit located on ground floor.
    Bathroom Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet.
    Room Amenities Sofa, Sofa bed, Seating Area, Iron, Ironing facilities, Heating, Air conditioning, Desk, Carpeted, Fan.
    Food & Drink Kitchenware, Stovetop, Kid-friendly buffet, Kitchenette, Oven, Coffee machine, Kid meals, Dining area, Refrigerator, Microwave, Vending machine (drinks), Restaurant, Toaster, Kitchen, Vending machine (snacks), Outdoor furniture, Bar.
    Safety & security Smoke alarms, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers.
    Services Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi.
    Cleaning services Laundry.
    Services & Extras Towels, Key card access, Linen, Alarm clock, Wake-up service, Key access.
    Media & Technology DVD player, Flat-screen TV, Telephone, Cable channels, TV.
    Food & drink safety All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized.
    Reception services ATM/cash machine on site, 24-hour front desk.
    General Parking, Private parking, Parking on site, Free parking.
    Physical distancing Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation, Cashless payment available.
    Pool and wellness Sun umbrellas, Beachfront, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Outdoor pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs.
    Transport Accessible parking.
    Outdoor & View Terrace, Patio, City view, View, Inner courtyard view, Sea view, Balcony.

    Guest Ratings For This Property

    8.2
    Based on 1390 Reviews
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    Comfort

    8.21

    Cleanliness

    8.21

    Value For Money

    7.98

    Facilities

    8.06

    Reviewers Mention About Castle in the Sand

    Overall, the Castle in the Sand provided a good experience with excellent oceanfront views and bar service on the beach. Some areas of improvement were mentioned, such as minor maintenance issues in (Read More)the room and the need for improvement in the breakfast service. The hotel's location was convenient, with plenty of restaurants within walking distance. One reviewer had a slight inconvenience with their room but was pleased with the manager's resolution. Overall, the rooms were clean but dated. The staff were friendly and hardworking, and the oceanfront amenities were enjoyed.

    Guest Reviews

    Tamara
    family with young children
    10.0
    Exceptional
    It was perfect! Exactly what we all needed, we wished we could've stayed longer.
    The cottage was very nice and roomy. Had all we needed for cooking. Great location to the beach and pool. Great atmosphere!
    The floors in our cottage were extremely dirty. Cleaned up a small spill and the towel was almost black with dirt. Would be nice with more outdoor chairs for porch no loungers.

    Published on 30 Nov 2023

    Vanessa
    family with young children
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Exceptional
    This was our second time staying at Castle in the Sand and we truly enjoy it. We love the location and the fact that it's a quick walk to everywhere. The on-site restaurant also makes pretty good food as well. My favorite part is that it's right on the beach which is our happy place. The staff also has been great. Everyone is very nice.
    No complaints out of me. We would definitely stay there again and again.

    Published on 24 Nov 2023

    Anonymous
    with friends
    8.0
    Very good
    We definitely recommend staying at this festive place during the week of fest week.
    Stayed here over sun fest weekend. We had a balcony room on the 2nd floor overlooking the patio bar. Live music played everyday 12 - 8 from Thurs - Sun. We would open our door up a listen to it on the balcony or in the room when we werent on the patio. The 2-1 drink happy hour that occurs from 5-6 was fun and packed the bar and patio area. Asked if we could carry lounge chairs down to the beach and sit by the ocean, they said yes. They would have also carried them down and back for us if we asked.

    Published on 18 Nov 2023

    Swaynecarter
    young couple
    9.0
    Superb
    Enjoyable stay, pleasantly surprised with last minute booking
    Really enjoyed staying here. We booked last minute to attend the Oceans Calling concert at the end of September after original accommodations with a friend didn't work out. The price was right, but considering the last minute nature, I wasn't expecting much. Boy was I pleasantly surprised. The room we had was ocean front with two double beds. The view was beautiful. Rooms were clean with modern updates. It was fairly quiet, although you could occasionally hear folks outside on the window side. The hallways were definitely aged though, dimly lit and roasting hot. Exterior of the hotels looked like a castle. It's not Excalibur in Las Vegas, but it's cute. My wife and I commented that our kids (age 12 and 10) would get a kick out of the exterior dcor. (We didn't have kids with us, but it looks like they have children's activities throughout the summer from the website.) Coconuts bar was right under our portion of the hotel. Again, would probably be super fun in the summer months, but wasn't very crowded when we were there. Enjoyed a couple of very nicely made drinks. There was a breakfast restaurant/ice cream shop on the bottom floor of our hotel tower, but we didn't get a chance to check it out. Menu looked good though. The weather wasn't conducive for swimming in the pool (although that didn't stop a few people), but there is also a huge, Olympic-sized swimming pool at the front. Finally, the staff was awesome and very helpful, which can make all the difference. Parking was plentiful and the location was great for walking to restaurants, the boardwalk, the convention center, etc.
    Elevator was a bit small and slow, but that's a minor complaint. They also still use actual keys! That was fine, but in an age where some hotels allow you to unlock your room from your smartphone, I was surprised to get a physical key (and anxiety about losing it!)

    Published on 06 Nov 2023

    Kathleem
    young couple
    8.0
    Very good
    Very good
    We weren't happy with how filthy the floors were. The kitchen had not been cleaned either. Other then that we like the Castle.
    The needed room to be cleaned.

    Published on 30 Oct 2023

    Lina
    young couple
    3.0
    Poor
    Wont go back there
    Near ocean. Maintenance. Staff
    Front desk staff. No balcony!! Dirty with rust

    Published on 28 Oct 2023

    Sharon
    young couple
    7.0
    Good
    We like it so much we book one more extra day
    Nice comfortable clean loved it

    Published on 24 Oct 2023

    April
    young couple
    4.0
    Disappointing
    Dont need to stay there again
    The one gentleman at the front desk is always pleasant (Adam?), but everyone else acts like they would rather be somewhere else.
    We have stayed several times over the years. This one was terrible. The room was tired looking and not clean at all. Left over coffee dried in the pot, leftover razor in the shower, dust on the top ledge in the shower etc.

    Published on 23 Oct 2023

    Stephen
    young couple
    7.0
    Good
    otherwise we enjoyed our stay
    room was a little stuffy without any windows to open and no balcony

    Published on 23 Oct 2023

    Jeanne
    with friends
    6.0
    Pleasant
    Pleasant
    Nice location, enjoyed being ocean front. Beds were comfortable.
    Room was outdated, needed a good cleaning. Was expecting nicer accommodations for the price payed

    Published on 23 Oct 2023

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