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Crystal Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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1705 Baltimore Ave, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahia Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Junior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Located in Downtown Ocean City, Crystal Sands Motel is next to popular attractions like Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. This 25-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Isle of Wight Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bahia Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Surfin’ Betty’s - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Franco's Pizza & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malia's Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Crystal Sands Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk
Guests of Crystal Sands Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a vending machine. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Microwaves are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The mandatory general deposit applies only to guests under 21 years old when checking in without a parent or a guardian.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between September 23 and April 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per person, per stay (for guests under 21 years old)
  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 83657

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Crystal Sands Motel Motel
Crystal Sands Motel Ocean City
Crystal Sands Motel Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Crystal Sands Motel?

Crystal Sands Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Crystal Sands Motel?

This motel is situated in Downtown Ocean City, just steps from Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. You'll also find Isle of Wight Bay and Bahia Marina less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Crystal Sands Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Crystal Sands Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Crystal Sands Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Crystal Sands Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Crystal Sands Motel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom plus kitchenettes and city views in some.

Does Crystal Sands Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Crystal Sands Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Crystal Sands Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Crystal Sands Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Crystal Sands Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Crystal Sands Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Crystal Sands Motel?

The closest major airport to Crystal Sands Motel is Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal), which is 4.9 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional), which is located 28.7 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Crystal Sands Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Crystal Sands Motel.

Crystal Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 384 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Its a place to put your head close to boardwalk. Its a little outdated,bathrooms need an update. The staff where nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Located in very convenient area. Room was clean and staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very close to the boardwalk and restaurants. Room was clean and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place highly recommends.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay for a short trip! Owner is very kind and helpful. Everything about the room was very clean. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond! Everything was explained throughly upon check in. The rooms were clean. We would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was fantastic and very helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and employees are very friendly and helpful! Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very close to the beach

It's a old motel. But everything is in operation and well maintained. Very convenient to go the beach. As the ads said, only three minutes walk away from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First off, it's one short block from the Boardwalk and the beach and it's 1/2 the price of those places that are directly on the Boardwalk. That's what we came for. The room has an actual kitchenette with sink, range, overstove microwave, pots & pans, dishes & utensils, and a full size refrigerator. Beds were firm-ish and very comfortable. Small table with 3 chairs. Couch (!) And plenty of room to move around in between all these things -- Sweetie was comfortably able to do her exercises on her mat while I comfortably fixed breakfast around her. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The owner, Ben, helped us take our bags up to our 2nd floor room while explaining that it is the off season, so the office isn't staffed 24/7, but he would be nearby at one of his rental properties and we could call him anytime if we wanted something. His assistant (wife?), Jarella ( I think that's it .. I don't always hear things correctly ) had plenty of suggestions for our questions about restaurants and other places to eat and shop nearby. We mentioned liking our coffee every morning and they promptly brought us a coffeemaker (Keurig type), which is not typically supplied in the rooms. We got coffee from the office that first day, then did a quick shopping trip to ALDI for a few supplies, including k-cups. All-in-all, we were very happy with our decision to stay at the Crystal Sands. It's not extravagant, so it's not expensive, and we had everything we wanted to enjoy our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest folks running this place! Rooms are super nice too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, affordable, very friendly staff. Super close to the boardwalk and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the money. Close to beach but pretty far from events on the boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property. The Managers were great. Beautiful cleaning staff. I loved my stay here and will absolutely be back. Thanks for everything! -Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eyob

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Staff and Rooms

My family found the Crystal Sands Motel last minute after we were evacuated from another location due to a hurricane. We arrived late at night, disheveled, and the staff could not have been nicer or more accommodating. They really made our stay as good as it could be and were always available to help in any way they could. What could have been an awful week turned out to be really enjoyable and I would highly recommend the motel to any family looking for comfort near the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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