The Cove

Hotels
Independent
8.8 (153 reviews)
724 Ocean Avenue, Ocean City, New Jersey, 08226 , Ocean City , US

Facilities

Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Outdoor furniture
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Pool umbrellas
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Great location
Accommodating staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Noise issues
Inconsistent service response
High pricing
Unclean areas

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
The hotel and room were clean, but issues like stained bed linens and unclean bathroom floors were noted.
Service
9.05
While there were some complaints about response times during requests, overall service was considered accommodating.
Location
9.55
The location was praised for its proximity to the beach and Asbury shopping.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were described as clean and comfortable, though issues with noise and room features were mentioned.
Amenities
9.05
Amenities were generally well-received, although a lack of certain items such as clean coffee was pointed out.
Value for Money
8.55
Pricing was considered high by some guests, especially given the discrepancies in room representation.
Food and Beverage
8.05
The coffee in the lobby received negative feedback, impacting the overall rating for food and beverage.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall experience was positive, despite some noted shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:17

Property Description

Discover the perfect getaway at The Cove in Ocean City, where comfort meets convenience!

Recreational Bliss
Dive into our outdoor pool, perfect for a refreshing swim under the sun. And after your swim, enjoy a variety of recreational activities nearby including water parks and mini-golf.

Comfortable Accommodations
Retreat to one of our 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring essential amenities like microwaves and complimentary Wi-Fi to ensure you stay connected during your vacation.

Prime Location
Situated just a stone's throw away from the Ocean City Boardwalk and beach, you’ll find yourself surrounded by entertainment, dining, and attractions like Haunted Golf and Jilly's Arcade, all within easy reach.

Don't miss out on the ultimate beach experience – book your stay at The Cove now!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ACY

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 153 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Camara K941531514- family_with_children us
8
Fun and relaxing a great way to bond with my granddaughter.
Pros:

The location was perfect. The room was small but manageable ESPECIALLY if you put a rod in the closet and hangers and hooks. I loved the bathroom. The establishment was very clean and felt cozy and safe.

Cons:

just the closet situation, easy for your staff to resolve.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Philip couple us
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jan family_with_children us
6
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Nice decor

Cons:

Our shampoo bottle was empty

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Scott couple us
10
2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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Dawn
10
Pros:

Clean

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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Arthur partner
10
Pros:

Very convenient and clean. Must stay again next year.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Sherry
6
Pros:

Positives:
The hotel and room were clean and modern.
Great location.

Negatives:

The air conditioning unit was so loud that I had to turn it off and open the window.

There was a lot of noise from the property next-door.

The mattress and pillows were not comfortable.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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Julia
10
Pros:

Clean Good location Pleasant stuff

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
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Gail
6
Pros:

Do not like the digital check in process. Very unprofessional for a service industry. No housekeeping provided. Was told you have to request. How do you request? Bed linens were stained when we arrived and were quickly remedied. Coffee in lobby is horrible and you have to fill the Kuerig water in your room. Bathroom was very nice but the idea of a pedestal sink and no other storage is just ridiculous.

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
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Raymond family
10
Pros:

Room was nice and very comfortable. Loved the spa type shower head!

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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George
2
Pros:

A pleasant looking old hotel(?) modernized, lacked outlets in rooms, tiny window a/c, room was clean, sadly the main door to the Cove was kept open due to a broken Bluetooth doorknob. Notified the cove via text as there is no reception person, about door lock, no return message. My wife wanted another blanket which we asked for and again no response.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
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ELAINE
10
Pros:

Places to sit and relax inside and outside. Close to boardwalk. Accessibility to restaurants.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
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Carlie
10
Pros:

Great!

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Karen
6
Disappointed
Pros:

Not sure if the sheets were fresh. Bath sheets really thin. This was a last minute trip so availability was scarce.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
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Ray
8
Pros:

Trying to get in the lobby after hours for someone with poor vision is near impossible. The tiny numbers on the lock took me at least 15 min to figure out. Room locks are excellent. Upgrades great. Low bed makes it tough on knees getting up but it was very comfortable. After my shower I put a wet foot on toilet seat and found the floors were not clean. I had a question before I got there but chat never responded. No chair or table in the room. Overall still quite pleasant.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
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Unity family
10
Pros:

The Cove is a very nice hotel and the best one Ive stayed in while in OCNJ so far. The staff was very accommodating and helpful. The room and beds were comfortable and clean. I will definitely book there again in the future.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Robert family
6
Pros:

I liked many things about The Cove. It is old but has been remodeled nicely. It was very clean. The parking was great and really location a few blocks from the beach and Asbury shopping was excellent. In saying that, I was travelling with my mother and she is in her eighties. Our room was on the third floor and the stairs were steep with no elevator. Thisisthe only drawback and if you are travelling with anyone older, this has to be a consideration. We just rent expecting it and it made things difficult on her. If you don't mind the stairs. The place is really good.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Cherylin partner
8
Pros:

The Cove was lovely. We’d go back

2025-09-02 via Nuitee
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Stephen
10
Nice stay, nice price
Pros:

Quick to check in and out. Place was clean and comfortable. Good visit to OCNJ.

2025-09-01 via Nuitee