Castle in the Sand

Hotels
8.2 (2054 reviews)
3701 Atlantic Avenue , Ocean City , US
+1 410-289-6846

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Need for room upgrades

Categories

Cleanliness
6.59
Several reviews highlighted cleanliness issues, including a dirty room and exposed wires.
Service
9.06
Most reviews praised friendly and accommodating staff, with only one negative experience mentioned.
Location
9.1
The location was consistently cited as a strong positive aspect.
Room Quality
7.55
Some guests mentioned the need for upgrades in room quality.
Amenities
8.08
Good comments were made about facilities, though some specific amenities like the elevator were remarked as old.
Value for Money
8.04
General satisfaction with the price considering location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.59
The breakfast buffet received positive feedback.
Overall Experience
8.56
Most guests expressed overall satisfaction with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 21:29

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise with Panoramic Views
Experience luxury at its finest at Castle in the Sand, a beachfront hotel in Ocean City, Maryland. Dive into our outdoor swimming pool with a diving board or relax in rooms offering breathtaking ocean views.

Dining and Entertainment Galore
Indulge in pub-style fare and live music at Coconuts Beach Bar and Grill, or savor a delicious breakfast at The Beach House Restaurant. Craving something sweet? Head over to Take a Dip Ice Cream Shop for a treat.

Excitement at Your Doorstep
Explore the nearby Ocean City Pier Rides or try thrilling water sports at Odyssea Watersports. Prefer shopping? The Ocean City Factory Outlets are just a short drive away.

Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories at Castle in the Sand!

Important information:

Please note that a prepayment deposit of 100 percent of the first night will be charged at the time of booking to secure your reservation. Taxes and service charges may be included.

Please note that the check-in time for One Bedroom Cottage and One Bedroom Condo is 16:00.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2054 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.08
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Christie • family_with_children • us
9
Great time, can't wait to book our stay next year
Pros:

Clean and comfortable room. Great location. Lots of amenities.

Cons:

Toilet was very small.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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cibelli navarro • couple • br
10
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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SCHULZ • couple • us
5
Good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

There was a problem with the hot water in the unit.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • couple • us
8
Short but nice stay
Pros:

Very nice cottage off the main drag. Lots of space and nice facilities. A lot of the outside amenities were unavailable due to the weather but it looked like a good time. Friendly employees.

Cons:

Festival was cancelled so we ended up leaving two days early.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

View of the beach was great. Was able to see people surfing and dolphins playing.

Cons:

The bar and restaurant didn't stay open but that's not entirely their fault as we were there during bad storm, Noreaster we learned.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • us
10
Pros:

The ocean view room was spectacular!!

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Location was great, staff was friendly, price was perfect, beds are comfortable

Cons:

Could be cleaner, no trash can or towel hooks in the bathroom

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Scarlett • extended_group • us
7
Pros:

the view of our room was absolutely incredible! i enjoyed the stay as well, our beds were comfy, no loud noises, shower and bathroom were clean. their happy hour is super great too

Cons:

they serve breakfast, but you have to pay additionally in order to get it, which to me isnt worth the value of this place, but i still enjoyed it.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Sean • couple • us
7
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Asemorom • family_with_children • us
1
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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wendy • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Christina • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Lemieux • family_with_children • ca
8
Pros:

Emplacement parfait, équipement disponible, propre!

Cons:

Personnel pas très accueillant! Manque de sourire!!!!

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
10
Great location and staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

A lil dated

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • us
10
Awesome
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • us
4
Never come back again
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

The building is old . Elevator, balcony are dirty. .. rug needs to be replaced & I found a roach on the bed as well

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • us
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jaclyn • couple • us
7
We had a great time was just disappointed with the hotel stay vs our other stays. It did not meepect
Pros:

We have always stayed in the cottages or condos and loved it.

Cons:

The hotel rooms were run down , old out dated damp.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Larry • couple • us
7
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee