Francis Scott Key Family Resort

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (16 reviews)
12806 Ocean Gtwy, Ocean City, Maryland, 21842 , Ocean City , US

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Free beach shuttle
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Picnic area
Fitness facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great for kids
Helpful staff
Cons:
Dated facilities
Sour smelling carpet

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
The hotel was dated with a sour smelling carpet.
Service
9.26
The front desk lady was a wonderful, helpful person with a sweet personality.
Location
8.8
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.75
Rooms did not provide a microwave to reheat foods.
Amenities
9.28
Very nice place for kids with a lot of activities.
Value for Money
8.24
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.86
A generally pleasant stay with both positives and negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 07:36

Property Description

Welcome to Francis Scott Key Family Resort, your perfect getaway in Ocean City!

Convenient Location: Our resort is ideally situated just minutes away from the Ocean City Boardwalk and pristine beaches, making it easy for you to explore nearby attractions like Baja Amusements and Jolly Roger Amusement Park.

Comfortable Accommodations: Relax in one of our 240 spacious guest rooms, each equipped with refrigerators, complimentary Wi-Fi, and cable programming. Enjoy the convenience of private bathrooms and essential amenities including coffee makers and hair dryers for a hassle-free stay.

Exciting Amenities: Dive into fun with indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an engaging arcade/game room. Treat yourself at our on-site restaurant or unwind with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar while the kids enjoy supervised activities.

Book your stay at Francis Scott Key Family Resort today and create unforgettable memories with your family!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May 16 to September 27.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 16 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 9.28
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Timothy
10
Pros:

Very nice place for kids there is a lot for them to do

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Gloria
8
Pros:

The front desk lady was a wonderful, helpful person.
Sweet personality as well as knowledgeable.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
J
Joshua
8
Pros:

Hotel was dated. Carpet was sour smelling. Rooms did not provide a microwave to reheat foods.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
It's okay
Pros:

The lifeguard was very overbearing. My son has autism and she thought she knew my child better than me. Offering unsolicited advice and made my son uncomfortable. The whole stay was so he could enjoy the pool. Instead, he didn't get in the pool at all.

2013-01-17 via Nuitee
M
Marcus
8
Great hotel for kids.
Pros:

By far the best indoor kids pool I have ever expirenced at a hotel. Also mini golf, playground, and movies with popcorn in the lobby! Staff was very friendly and helpful.

2012-10-04 via Nuitee
G
Grandma
10
Great family Hotel
Pros:

This is totally a hotel geared for families with small children . Picnic tables for every cottage and lots to do.

2012-10-02 via Nuitee
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T.
8
Clean, quiet, comfortable.
Pros:

Even though this hotel caters to famlies with children, I booked it anyway while in the area working long hours at a trade show. There were many families with children staying in our building but we heard little noise. I am sure it is much busier in season, but I would stay there again.

2012-10-02 via Nuitee
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Leo
10
Great Family Destination
Pros:

It was a great experience and perfect fit for a family. Our two year old son loved the put put course, pirate ship, indoor and outdoor pool. This is a perfect place for a family vacation because it is also near a bunch of actractions as well. The shuttle service to the board walk is a nice touch as well. I will look for a Francis Scott Key Resort in other locations to visit as well.

2012-09-11 via Nuitee
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Jess
10
Perfect Family Getaway
Pros:

The bathroom could have been cleaner. But everything else was great! The amenities were perfect for families! Our daughter LOVED the indoor pool. The staff was uber friendly and uber helpful. We also enjoyed the staff at the Route 50 Diner! :)

2012-08-06 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
4
Disappointed
Pros:

Booked this room after reading rave reviews. We were very disappointed. Room was not worth the amount spent on it. Very basic. Room size was small and smelled very musty. Bathroom had a basic sink without a cabinet. Not a great value. The hotel consists of several different 2 story buildings which makes it difficult for carrying luggage up and down. Location wasn't bad. A short drive or shuttle to the beach. Their big amenities are in their indoor and outdoor pool areas which were not an attraction for us.
We did ask for a refund and the management was very accomodating with our request.

2012-08-03 via Nuitee
C
Chris
10
great family hotel
Pros:

Excellent place for a family...I will definitely be returning next year :)

2012-07-06 via Nuitee
J
Jeanne
10
I can't wait to go again!
Pros:

We went for our anniversary and were really happy with the Francis Scott Key facility. Although it was just my husband and myself, it definitely looked like a family friendly place. We would like to come back and bring our grandchildren. There were so many possible activities that you would not have to leave the place. Free Putt-putt mini golf, Free board games, movies to borrow, fishing pond, a pavillion and grills for cookouts, an indoor pool that looked really nice, an outdoor pool and a small arcade.
Our room was clean and came with a full kitchen area which included dishes and cookware. The beds were comfortable too. We did not have any problem with noise which can sometimes be a problem in hotels. I would definitely recommend Francis Scott Key to my friends and already have.

2012-05-08 via Nuitee
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Larry
10
pleasantly surpirsed!!!
Pros:

Neat place. clean, friendly. I liked the location. was sceptical at first of condition of the rooms. they looked old and dated on line. i was pleasantly surpised and th kitchenette room i reserved. clean and moderately renovated and...... tempur pedic beds!!!!!! I will recommend to everyone. oh. the pool, gym, small pond out back, all good stuff!

2012-04-17 via Nuitee
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Sherri
8
Mid winter getaway
Pros:

The indoor pool was great. The kids has a blast. The room was dated but clean and neat. I will make it a point go back. It is a summer retreat in the dead of winter.

2012-02-29 via Nuitee
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Paula
8
Great place to visit
Pros:

Very nice place to stay! The pool is great for the kids, close to downtown OC

2012-01-20 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Wonderful Stay
Pros:

Visited with 6 middle school kids and 3 adults for a youth conference. The rooms were great, the "towel turkey" was awesome and the pool was a great break for the kids. Great stay for us. Thank you.

2011-11-22 via Nuitee