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Staying on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, Maryland

On the Boards is where to stay for the ultimate beach-lover experience.

Ocean City, Maryland is a beach town located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It has been a popular tourist destination for decades and is known for its beaches, boardwalk, and amusement parks. If you are considering spending some time in Ocean City, staying on the Boardwalk is one of the best experiences you can have. Without a doubt, there is something for everyone; from restaurants and shopping to activities like carnival rides and mini-golf. There is even a fishing pier out over the Atlantic where you can get a wonderful view of the beach and the town or, yes, actually go fishing.

Ocean City Beach and Fishing Pier

Whether you are in the mood for a quiet meal or a wild night out, there is something for you. The boardwalk is located on the ocean and stretches from the OC inlet at the very south end of Ocean City for two and a quarter miles to the north. The boardwalk is the place to be in Ocean City.

Places to Book a room in Ocean City

Boardwalk Hotels Map
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There are many choices of places to stay on the Ocean City Boardwalk. There are also many places online to book your stay or make reservations for you vacation accommodations. There are links on these pages to Booking.com, the largest online booking service in the world (yes, we may earn a small advertising fee if you complete a booking/stay through one of these links, but it does not affect the price you pay). You can also look for places with small, but local, companies like the Boardwalk Hotel Group or Central Reservations, for example. It is also easy to make reservations directly with your hotel or hotel chain of choice, which works well for IHG and Hilton Honors “loyalty” members. There are also opportunities to find great rentals with AirBnB and VRBO. Check out the Ocean City Hotels Map to see the locations of many bookable properties.

How can you find a great hotel room in Ocean City, MD but don’t want to pay the (obviously) higher rates of staying right on the boardwalk? A great alternative is to choose a place to stay one block inland – and consider one of the lodging choices along Baltimore Avenue, which runs parallel to the boardwalk and is only one block away.

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Condos on the Ocean City Boardwalk

Condominium Vacation Rentals on the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk

In Ocean City you can explore an array of Boardwalk vacation rentals, including apartment and condo rentals and even houses, many of which are bookable online at Vrbo.com and Booking.com.

Ocean's Point Condominium on the OC Boardwalk
Ocean Point Condominium Building at 12 Street on the Ocean City Boardwalk

Below are many of the Condominium and small home/apartment buildings along the OCMD Boardwalk. They are listed approximately in order from south to north.

Inlet Lodge – South 1st Street

Colony Apartments – Somerset Street

Belmont Towers – Dorchester Street

Ocean 1 Condos – 1st Street

Golden Beach Condos – 3rd Street

Polynesian Condos – 3rd Street

boardwalk end sign at 27th street
The end of the Boardwalk at 27th Street is 2 1/4 miles from the Inlet.

El Capitan Condos – 4th Street

Columbus Villa – 6th Street

Atlantic Anchor – 7th Street

South Beach Condos – 7th Street

Ocean Edge Condos – 9th Street

Inn on the Ocean – 10th Street

Nancy Clair Apartments – 10th Street

Virginia Lee Apartment – 10th Street

Boardwalk Terrace Apartments – 11th Street

Coronet Apartments – 12th Street

Pop-Pop Cottage – 12th Street

Ocean Point Condo – 12th Street

Decator House – 12th Street

Bocon Apartments – 13th Street

Ocean Hideaway Condos – 18th Street

Fish Tales Boardwalk – 23rd Street

Skyline East Condos – 24th Street

Vacation Rentals

To check availability and rates at some of these buildings, check online at Vrbo.com and/or Booking.com.

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Hotels and Lodging on Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City, MD

Walk a block to the boardwalk and beach to save money on your OC vacation.

Baltimore Avenue is the northbound street that parallels the Boardwalk and the Beach. It runs from the Ocean City Inlet up to 33rd Street. The first block, from the Inlet Parking Lot to South 1st Street (just before South Division St.) is two-way but the rest of Baltimore Ave. is one way until the end at 33rd Street. There are many hotels/motels and several apartment buildings along the way, mostly on the west side of the avenue. Many of the ones on the east side are listed on the Boardwalk Hotels Page.

Remember to check Vacations Rentals by Owner to see online vacation rentals and use the Booking.com search box to find Ocean City hotels that suit your needs.

Sea Breeze Inn on Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City, MD
Sea Breeze Inn on Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City, MD. Get a Room at Booking.com.

Below are some of the possible options for vacation lodging along Baltimore Avenue. They are listed in (approximately) south to north order, to go with the flow of traffic.

Oceanic Motel – At the Inlet, South 2nd Street

Bel Mare Condos – Somerset Street

Madison Beach Motel – North Division Street

Gateway Hotel & Suites – 1st Street

Sea Breeze Inn – 2nd Street

white marlin inn on baltimore avenue in ocean city
Sign for the White Marlin Inn on Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City, MD

White Marlin Inn – 2nd Street

Beach Bum Inn – 3rd Street

Americana Princess Suites/Condos – 6th Street

Mallard Apartments – 6th Street

Surf Villa Hotel – 7th Street

Admiral Hotel/Motel – 9th Street

Monte Carlo Suites – 11th Street

Wilmington Terrace Apartments – 12th Street

King Charles Hotel – 12th Street

Ocean Terrace Apartments – 12th

Commander Beach House Hotel – 14th

Crystal Sands Motel – 17th Street

Kings Arms Motel – 24th Street

Tide and Time Motel – 26th Street

Sea Cove Motel – 27th Street

Holiday Plaza Hotel – 28th Street

Sun ‘n Fun Motel – 29th Street

Executive Motel – 30th Street

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham – 32nd Street

When looking for an unforgettable beach vacation, look no further than Ocean City, MD. Located on the mid-Atlantic coast, this vibrant beach town has been drawing visitors for decades with its inviting boardwalk and miles of sandy beaches. Whether you’re seeking a quiet getaway or an action-packed adventure, there’s something for everyone in Ocean City. For those looking to be in the heart of it all, staying on Baltimore Avenue is the perfect choice – without “breaking the bank” with the higher prices of staying on the Ocean City boardwalk.

Only one block away…

One of the most popular attractions in Ocean City, MD, is surely its boardwalk. The boardwalk extends about 2 1/4 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. It is an ideal place to enjoy the beach, have fun on rides, or just take in the fresh ocean air. For those that want a longer stroll, the beach, itself, is wonderful for a long walk. For those in search of a good place to eat, there are plenty of restaurants and snack bars along the boardwalk. Many people who visit Ocean City, MD also enjoy renting jet skis or taking a ride on one of the many parasailing boats that take off the bayside of Ocean City.