The Shore House

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The Shore House provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Room options

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Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

West Ocean City, a neighborhood in Ocean City, is home to The Shore House. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Inlet Park. Baja Amusements and Grand Prix Amusements are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Ocean City travel guide
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Map
12534 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • A shopping plaza with a green and white building, a red-roofed tower, and an American flag.
    Outlets Ocean City
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grand Prix Amusements
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pro Track
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Baja Amusements
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Isle of Wight Bay
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Royal Farms
    16 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    18 min walk
  • Pizza Tugos
    7 min walk
  • Bad Monkey
    18 min walk
  • Rise Up Coffee
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 3 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 10 AM to 8 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Shore House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–8 PM.

Is The Shore House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shore House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Shore House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Shore House located?

Located in West Ocean City, this motel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Grand Prix Amusements and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. Pro Track and White Marlin Mall are also within 10 minutes. Ocean City Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Shore House Reviews

6.6

7.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 843 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 843 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 843 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 843 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 167 out of 843 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Check in lady was a sweetheart.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in, very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Good solid place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Accessible to restaurants,outlets, convenient, to Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and front desk staff was helpful and knowledgeable about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s Ocean City’s best kept secret. It’s affordable and clean. The bedding is comfortable and the property is safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and overall decent value for the price. Carnell at the desk was very friendly and helpful with everything we needed during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is great if you’re looking for somewhere, not too expensive to stay but cleaner than your average motel, with a modern vibe. Customer service was great, and the bed was very comfortable, except for the pillows. Also, this place is in good proximity to the beach and many other fun attractions and stores. Overall, no complaints and I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Last minute reservation, staff was helpful and parking was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great property, great staff, nice little room with everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a clean simply room. A bit older but good fair price, friendly staff, comfortable beds. Nothing fancy but was just fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent last minute stay! A few things didn't work upon arrival, like the TV and pool, but they fixed them immediately!! Once fixed, the Pool and hot tub was amazing. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean and well-maintained throughout my stay, which made for a very comfortable experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older facility with updated amenities, clean and well maintained. Price was very reasonable and the pool was also well maintained. Staff was friendly and there was a continental breakfast. Convenient to all shops, beaches and restaurants. I wasn't too happy with the noise from the a/c unit and that it didn't have a mirror other than at the sink.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was smaller than the advertised picture. Pool was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worked well for our family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean but need updating. The staff were friendly and helpful. Not a bad spot for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay for the price but room wasn’t real clean Breakfast place to eat it is not available. Parking was good Pool is shared w another hotel and was very clean Outdated but still usable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hooks to hang clothes/towels on, poor lighting in hotel room, no chair to sit on, no hot water, continental breakfast didn't start till 8am and was late almost every day, broken toilet seat, mold in shower, and TV didn't work. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was excellent. The room was clean. The staff was amazing. Air-conditioning was nice and cold. The pool was fantastic. The hot tub was very relaxing. Guaranteed to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This place screamed "motel". The room smelled kind of mildewy, probably because of high humidity, but the bed was reasonably comfortable and it was overall clean. There were ants on the counter where the breakfast display was in the morning - would have been a nice touch to swipe them away so guests weren't distracted by them when picking out a bagel or grabbing silverware. I didn't check out the pool or jacuzzi, but those might have been nice amenities. Note that this hotel is about a 15 min drive from Ocean CIty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The guy who checked us in was super helpful, sadly I forgot to get his name but he said hes new there. He was a delight. Other than that it was good, pool and hottub was cool. Nothing extraordinary but it was what you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Outdated. Pool and hot tub are clean and great though. First room was dirty had to request room on second floor. There’s like a marsh right behind motel so the first floor room felt very humid and sticky. Wouldn’t pay more than $100 a night. AC worked fine. Took a while for hot water to come on. Water pressure was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it’s perfectly fine especially with how expensive ocean city is. It was just me and my son so the room was good enough for us. Cleanliness was ok. The bed was clean and most of the room. There was ants so had to be very careful with leaving food or drinks out. Shower had hair in it from someone and I get grossed out by that but nothing you couldn’t just rinse down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026