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Sahara Motel

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

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2 Double Bed Oceanfront | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 Double Bed Efficiency | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Just steps from Ocean City Beach, Sahara Motel offers a casual coastal experience. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, free self parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a smoke-free environment, earning positive reviews from previous visitors.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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2 Double Bed Oceanview | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Oceanview

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Poolside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible 2 Double Bed Poolside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 Double Bed Efficiency | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Efficiency

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Tower Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible 2 Double Bed Tower Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Beds West Building

7.8 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible 2 Double Beds West Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 Double Bed Oceanfront | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed Oceanfront

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1900 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Inlet Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Surfin’ Betty’s - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 166 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Franco's Pizza & Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sahara Motel

Motel near Ocean City Beach
Close to Jolly Roger Amusement Park and Ocean City Boardwalk, Sahara Motel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 161 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 85599

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 29 to October 01

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Sahara Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Sahara Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sahara Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sahara Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sahara Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sahara Motel located?

Located in Downtown Ocean City, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. Isle of Wight Bay and Bahia Marina are also within 10 minutes.

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Sahara Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 510 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 510 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 510 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 510 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 510 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Room was clean, great ocean view, friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

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

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price It was good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deandre

Liked: Staff & service
The best part of this hotel is the ocean view right on the broad walk
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mitchell

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Hotel itself was very worn out
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

williams

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds weren't comfortable but the staff was really nice and friendly. For the price it is what it is.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Clean. Wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Malia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This may not be the Four Seasons but the staff and people who worked there were friendlier than any of them!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

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

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel and the Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The efficiency room with a side view and nice balcony was perfect for us. It was great to be so close to everything. Definitely will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could see a portion of the beach from our motel room. It was only a block from the beach. There was a place to eat breakfast right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Anetra

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness
Yea
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Merary

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time staying here and i loved it. Very clean and they make sure everyday u have clean towels. Very nice people that work here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ya'ar

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a clean room they checked in on you and seeing if you need anything everyday the staff was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nishith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff , Rob and peers and housekeeping were all so great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view not great could only see a small corner of the ocean. Was mislead as we thought we would be able to view the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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