Sahara Motel

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

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2 Double Bed Oceanfront | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Check-in/check-out kiosk
2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 Double Bed Efficiency | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1900 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

2 Double Bed Oceanview

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Poolside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible 2 Double Bed Poolside

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Efficiency

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Tower Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible 2 Double Bed Tower Building

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds West Building

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible 2 Double Beds West Building

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Oceanfront

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Located in Downtown Ocean City, Sahara Motel is next to popular attractions like Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. This 161-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bahia Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Isle of Wight Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 5 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Surfin’ Betty’s - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Franco's Pizza & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 166 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sahara Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk
Sahara Motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Phones are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 85599

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 29 to October 01.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sahara Motel Motel
Sahara Motel Ocean City
Sahara Motel Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sahara Motel?

Sahara Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Sahara 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.

Is there parking available at Sahara Motel?

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

Does Sahara Motel have a casino?

No, Sahara Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sahara Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 29 until October 01.

Is Sahara Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Sahara Motel?

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

Does Sahara Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does Sahara Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sahara Motel.

Does Sahara Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Sahara Motel?

The closest major airport to Sahara Motel is Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal), which is 5.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional), which is located 28.6 mi away (39-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sahara Motel?

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

Reviews

Sahara Motel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 518 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Does not have coffee machines in each room.. instead has coffee machine and lobby "available 24/7". Was not available when I stayed September 29th-October 2nd. Sign on lobby door says "opens 7:00 a.m." . On the morning of September 30th did not open till 7:35. Two trips down for coffee--nobody there. Then again on October 2nd nobody there at 7:19 a.m.. extremely poor customer service from front desk staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

alexandra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had no expectations about this motel as I know I booked on the lower end but this was worse that I had imagined. The minute we opened the room door we were overwhelmed by the smell of mildew/mold. When I mentioned it to the front desk their solution was to send the cleaning staff up with a can of air freshener. That is not a solution just a cover up. The bedspreads we stained, the carpets dirty. The wifi does not work on the 3rd floor and the beds in our room desperately need to be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

SHAY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister had a roach in her room…. The blankets were old & washed very outdated… my family & I purchased new comforter & pillows from Walmart… the carpet was outdated & very grimy… the bottom of my socks were very dirty, I had to wear booties over my socks during my entire stay… the staff were polite & they addressed the issue of jumping & thumping noises over my head expeditiously. Definitely too pricey for the condition of the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Candi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Air Conditioner was outdated it really didnt keep

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, breakfast place was excellent, balcony was private with extremely comfy chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chelsea

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

Horrible. Don’t stay here!!

The staff was very rude. The room smelled like mold. They were not willing to do anything except switch rooms. The WiFi doesn’t work, tv is tiny, the beds are small barely bigger than a twin. Only staff that was helpful were the maids.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHELLE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattress was completely worn out. Bedding was not the proper size. Overcharged my bank card and refund didn't come through till I got home. Definitely needs upgrading. The only good thing was close to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's convenient to the beach and to the shops but the place is older and dated
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ya'ar

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good prices and courteous staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay with an okay room

There hotel was okay. They do have free coffee all day which is great, the location is nice, but the room had a bad smell to it. We were only there two nights, if we were there longer I would have requested another room. I’m sure the would have obliged because they were nice in the office.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little outdated, but very clean. I would recommend if you’re not looking for all the bells and whistles.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location , staff was friendly. People above us let there children be so loud. View was great , Girl and check in was super .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Caterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was no toilet paper holder in bathroom
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE, little ferry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
4 star
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
old
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Omayra

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Merary

Average motel, staff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyx

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here when the west building the Tower building and then I stayed oceanfront this time. I liked all the other visits that I’ve had there the other rooms in the west building and the tower building. They’re a little bit outdated a little musky, but still clean and the stay is nice, but stayed ocean view This time and their rooms were awesome not musky very reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have booked several times and love it. This is our chosen spot and their little diner is absolutely delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025