This 251-room, mid-range hotel is located next to the beach and the boardwalk in the midst of all the action Ocean City has to offer. The Grand Hotel has a spa and sauna, indoor and outdoor pools, conference rooms, a restaurant, pool bar, and 24-hour coffee shop. Rooms are big but bland, with unattractive furnishings. All have free Wi-Fi and some have ocean views and private balconies. This hotel is a solid choice for budget travelers looking for direct access to the beach in the heart of Ocean City. It also attracts business travelers, particularly given its array of conference rooms and meeting areas.

This beach hotel is right on the ocean, with many of its rooms offering views of the Atlantic from their private balconies. All of the Holiday Inn’s rooms are spacious and comfortable, though they feature rather chain-like decor. The fully equipped kitchenettes in all rooms add to the value. The free Wi-Fi and guest access to a small business center are nice perks, as are the coffee, tea, and fresh fruit that are offered free of charge every morning.

This 113-room property on the bay covers all the chain hotel basics: Clean, comfy, modern furnishings; free Wi-Fi and breakfast; and sunny, attractive indoor and outdoor pools. The location is great for convention-goers—right near the convention center—but across a busy six-lane highway from the beach, and a 20-block walk to the boardwalk. Rooms are big and contemporary, if generic. Hampton Inn has one of the best free breakfasts in the area: Waffles, bacon, eggs, and daily specials are a great start to the day. Breakfast bags are also available at the front desk for guests who prefer to take their food to go.

The Comfort Suites Ocean City has a clean and modern look with nice-size rooms with mini-fridges and microwaves. There is also an on-site fitness center, small business center, and an outlet shopping center across the street. Breakfast is free, and there's a make-your-own waffle station. A small convenience store in the lobby sells ice cream and snacks and there's a Starbucks across the street. This pet-friendly hotel has fresh, modern rooms, some with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs.