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The Spinnaker

2.5 star property
Beach fun in seasonal outdoor pool, near Ocean City Boardwalk

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Beach nearby
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Seasonal outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen
Ocean City Boardwalk's vibrant energy is just steps away from The Spinnaker. Enjoy a refreshing coffee at the cafe, bask in the sun on the terrace, or dive into a good book with fast WiFi. Take advantage of free self parking and cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
Beach nearby

Near the beach

This hotel offers direct access to the beach.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Balcony
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Balcony
What guests liked about the beach

The property's beach location was highly praised for being within a few steps of the beach and boardwalk.

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(121 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, The Spinnaker is in Downtown Ocean City, a neighbourhood in Ocean City. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ocean City Tennis Center or Manklin Meadows Racquet Center.
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Map
18th Street & Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Inlet Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 5 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Balls Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Surfin’ Betty’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 166 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Franco's Pizza & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Spinnaker

Hotel near Ocean City Beach
Near Ocean City Boardwalk and Jolly Roger Amusement Park, The Spinnaker provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A computer station, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, kitchens and fridges

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 27 October to 11 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 3048
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Spinnaker Hotel Ocean City
Spinnaker Hotel
Spinnaker Ocean City
The Spinnaker Hotel
The Spinnaker Ocean City
The Spinnaker Hotel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Does The Spinnaker have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 27 until April 11.

Is The Spinnaker pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Spinnaker?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Spinnaker?

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 The Spinnaker?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Spinnaker located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Downtown Ocean City hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. Bahia Marina and Embers Island are also within 10 minutes.

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The Spinnaker Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1014 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to beach and food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malefia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel! My family had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lentford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was i nice stay staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Milagro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again with my family. Friendly, great location and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmer Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good fot family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, spacious rooms & great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very nice staff/
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect, staff was extremely courteous and helpful, rooms were perfect size with a full kitchen a big refrigerator
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the overall experience and cleanliness. Staff was so sweet and was available for whatever are needs were.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay it was a nice property clean and quiet and rooms are a nice size
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great c location and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with full size kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and would definitely stay again! Room was clean beds were very comfortable and the kitchenette was very convenient!
View from the room balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. It was our second time. The addition of a cafe on the premises was awesome. We were a few steps from the boardwalk which was so convenient. We’ll definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The small kitchen i liked that alot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and will definitely book again. So convenient, clean, staff friendly and courteous! Definitely Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first trip to Ocean City. We arrived early they got us right into our room. Great staff always had towels and things you needed. Pool was great other than not being able to go very far in the ocean do to the effects of hurricane we had a great time for a great price 😄
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shiffonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the room I stayed in. The staff was friendly and answered all my questions. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked was good place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised, the room was clean, and it was comfortable for 4 People. I loved that it had a kitchenette. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is fine. The thing is, it is just a lot for what you get and the hotel is getting “tired” now. Fine if you just want somewhere to hang out or stay. Not sure I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
kitchen balcony ocean a few half a block boardwalk
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025