The Cove

Hotels
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Independent
8.8 (154 reviews)
724 Ocean Avenue, Ocean City, New Jersey, 08226 , Ocean City , US
+1 410-289-6900

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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 154 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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Lauren • extended_group • us
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The property was clean and well maintained

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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arafat • couple • us
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Haas • solo_traveller • us
3
Too much of a workout for a getaway
Pros:

The hotel is said to be the oldest in the city. Nice front porch. Nice entryway. It was clean. Very clean.

Cons:

The reception was mediocre. The gentleman at the desk seemed preoccupied. We were able to check in 2 hours early for $20 cash. No beach tags because I did not book through him. This was a leisure one night getaway for myself and my soul sista. We never get the chance for things like this. Here's where we find out the room is on the 3rd floor and they have no elevator. We are in our early 50s but both have health issues. We asked for help. Told they were short staffed. It was rough. My friend's back got put off wack which put a damper on her experience. When you go to the beach you walk back and forth all night to your room. To pee. To freshen up. to have some wine. To use the restroom that is clean. No not with 3 floors up. Then another message in the middle of the night. Want to stay in the lot till 3pm? $40 more cash!! Are they claiming all this cash that they are getting off of people? The room was almost $400 for one night!? There was nothing special about it. What my friend and I wondered is what would happen if elders or people with real disability stayed there. I had no idea about this till we were there. I scoured the details on Booking. Nothing about all the floors and no elevator in the description. I feel like people should know.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Brice • couple • us
7
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
10
Very comfortable and great location. Will definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Spacious rooms and very clean.

Cons:

Parking was awkward.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Celeste • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

My door was knocked on - once by someone asking to clean & I had to first go get dressed, then share that I had already confirmed late checkout with the front desk. This was disturbing my peace/comfort. The front desk should have communicated with the cleaning crew sufficiently without involving the guests.

At another time- A man knocked on my door without a uniform, asking me something in a different language I couldn't understand. This was uncomfortable for me as a solo female. I did not understand what he needed.

Cons:

Room was hot. AC took a minute to cool off the room. Too many knocks on the door and it intruded on my privacy. Hated my location all the way at the end of the hallway on the third floor. Would have liked an elevator. Shampoo/condt/shower gel contraption broke in the shower.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Francisca • family_with_children • us
3
We will not return
Pros:

I’ll we loved the location, the pool and the place itself was great!

Cons:

We DID NOT like at all the fact that at our arrival there was NO ONE at the reception, we understand that maybe the receptionist could have been working on something and returning soon, we waited for a very long time until a lady came downstairs, she saw us, stopped without saying a word and then ran out of the building … we started looking for someone again and found a housekeeper, she went and knocked on a door, a man came out barefoot to the reception… no apologies, it was very unprofessional, it gave the impression he was sleeping.
We suggested they could put a bell for guests to announce themselves, and he responded “nah, we don’t do bells here”
We saw again the same lady at the reception later and she did not speak to us even we asked “do you speak anything? Can we speak to someone? and she just went silent.

It’s a shame the place is great, but unfortunately we will not be returning next year because the staff was not what we expected, we never experienced anything like it.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
5
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Carsten • family_with_children • ch
5
Gute Lage, aber mit Einschränkungen
Pros:

Das Bad war frisch renoviert und für die örtlichen Verhältnisse hervorragend.

Cons:

Die Betten und vor allem das Bettsofa waren in einem erbärmlichen Zustand: weitgehend durchgelegen und instabil.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • us
10
We had a great time and will definitely be back
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, owner very friendly, comfortable.

Cons:

Parking was a bit tight

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Bernadette • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

I cancelled this reservation in June. Michael, the owner was very nice about it. Still waiting on booking. Com to refund me my money

Cons:

This property is not for anyone with limited mobility. The office is on the second floor with steep steps and no elevator.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
7
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Emme • couple • us
10
Relaxing weekend to enjoy at the beach.
Pros:

The location was great for access to the beach! The rooms were very nice and modern, the staff were very welcoming. We will definitely be staying there again!

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Meghan • solo_traveller • us
10
Cozy, comfy, beachy!
Pros:

The inside was newly removated and very cozy. Great location. Very friendly staff. We talked to some very nice people about the history of the place and how they return every year. We will definitely stay here again!

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Geena • couple • us
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
7
I would definitely recommend this hotel. They could decorate to make the rooms a little more cozy. Everything was very c
Pros:

The bed was comfortable. The porch was nice. The shower was nice

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • family_with_children • au
9
Cute hotel in an awesome location, close to beach and boardwalk.
Pros:

The first thing we noticed when we walked in was how nice the lobby smelt! Even my kids commented on it. The room was small but very clean. They hadn’t made up the futon that we’d requested but once we told them it was done quickly. They also texted us to let us know our room would be ready early and we could check in which was great with kids.

Cons:

If you have mobility issues you might like to request a ground floor room as there is no elevator

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Justin • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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marli • couple • us
10
This was a perfect place to stay for a little weekend getaway!
Pros:

It was very close to the beach and the room was a good size for 2 people!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee