The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in July 2026. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Ocean City. I hope you will like it!
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1 The Forum Ocean City, United States
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The Forum offers accommodations in Ocean City near Gillian's Wonderland Pier and Playland's Castaway Cove. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property features an outdoor pool and is located 328 feet from Ocean City Beach.
At the hotel the rooms come with a private bathroom.
Playland's Castaway Cove is 2625 feet from The Forum. The nearest airport is Atlantic City International Airport, 17 mi from the accommodations.
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2 The Atlantic, BW Signature Collection Ocean City, United States
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Located in Ocean City, a 19-minute walk from Ocean City Beach, The Atlantic, BW Signature Collection has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a restaurant. This 2-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.
Some rooms have a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. The rooms at the hotel have air conditioning and a desk.
IMAX Theater at the Tropicana is 10 miles from The Atlantic, BW Signature Collection, while Boardwalk Hall is 10 miles from the property. Atlantic City International Airport is 14 miles away.
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3 Harris House by the Beach Ocean City, United States
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Harris House Motel is set in Ocean City, 197 feet from the Boardwalk and the beach.
The rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests will also get 1 complimentary parking spot per room and free beach passes.
There is a bike rental nearby. Atlantic City International Airport is 16 mi from the property.
I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in July 2026. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!
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