Sahara Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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2 Double Bed Oceanfront
2 Double Bed Efficiency
Check-in/check-out kiosk
2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1900 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Ocean City Beach
    2 min walk
  • Sahara Cafe
    1 min walk
  • West Ocean City Park and Ride
    5 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    10 min drive

Room options

2 Double Bed Efficiency

Highlights

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

Accessible 2 Double Beds West Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Oceanfront

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds West Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible 2 Double Bed Poolside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Efficiency Oceanview

Highlights

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

2 Double Bed Oceanview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Tower Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Poolside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Accessible 2 Double Bed Tower Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Ocean City

At Sahara Motel you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel has free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Ocean City motel include Isle of Wight Bay and Bahia Marina.

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 20 min walk
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Inlet Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brass Balls Saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Embers Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sahara Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk
Sahara Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Ocean City motel is smoke free.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Sahara Motel offers 161 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead. This Ocean City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number 85599

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 29 May and close on 01 October.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sahara Motel?

Sahara Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sahara Motel?

Yep, Sahara Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sahara Motel?

Yep, Sahara Motel is a short 2-minute walk from Ocean City Beach.

Does Sahara Motel have a pool?

Sahara Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May 29 to October 01.

Does Sahara Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Sahara Motel, but Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a short 20-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sahara Motel?

No, Sahara Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sahara Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sahara Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sahara Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Embers Island is a short 7-minute walk away.

Sahara Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 207 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 207 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Magdalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cafe was *amazing!*
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty carpet
When I booked I thought I got beach front and one that had a kitchen . No no no ! When we complained the front desk said you had to book direct to get the choice !! What !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

gail, Millington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was missing shower curtain. Housekeeping should have know to replace it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
For the price I would have liked a better bed and I could hear the neighbor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Carrye

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Desperately needs some love
The only thing that saved this place is the staff. They were so helpful and friendly. After the first night I went to the store and bought bed bug spray, sheets, pillow cases, and blankets and had house keeping take theirs back. I got candles to help the major mold smell. It is not a 10 minute walk not even run to the end of the boardwalk, much longer. Thanks to the staff for being so great and making the stay better
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the on-site diner, and the place was very clean. The staff was friendly and very responsive. The room was a little dated, but the oceanfront balcony was fantastic. The AC was cold put not positioned in the room the best.
Great Ocean view
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool is open until end of September when we went 2 weeks ago the pool had dirt and leaves in it. All else was great. The cafe was excellent. Front desk srrvice was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Moira

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great old school Ocean City hotel BUT it could use a good scrubbing. Our room was fine but it looked like the window and the phone had not been cleaned in some time. It’s nice to have these older hotels around but please give them the care they need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Samson

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room smelled horrible
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying here. My room was clean and it was pretty quiet considering there was a festival. The location is very convenient, very walkable. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Travelled with partner
Our carpet was very dirty. I dropped crumbs and when I used a wash cloth to pick them up the cloth was black. Carpets need cleaned bad. I had booked through Expedia an Oceanfront room. I called the Sahara to never have anyone pick up the phone. I was told you have to go through a reservation center which I called and requested a first floor room away from the road. Upon check in I was given a third floor ocean view room. When I said we requested first floor I was told I would be upgraded to oceanfront free of charge. I showed her my reservation sheet showing I had booked oceanfront. Some of the better things were: Our air conditioner wouldn't work and they did come and replace it. There were no maids sitting on the steps that you had to try to climb around which was true in past years. I noticed the trash cans on the floors at the steps were always emptied which wasn't happening in past years. The rooms were cleaned better than previous years.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was so close to the boardwalk and ocean for early morning sunrise walks. Very clean facility beds could use upgrades.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outdated and uncomfortable.
Stayed here because family members were staying here. I would never stay here again. Beds were lumpy and hard. Bathroom had a wall sink and no shelves. All fixtures were cheap and old. No place to set down small items. No hook on back of door. Carpet looked really old. Dark green color was popular in early 90s. Furniture looked like 1982. To their credit, the bathroom was as clean as it could be given its outdated appearance. The place just looks sad and i couldn't wait to leave. I am used to staying in modern hotels with ammenties so this place was uncomfortable in many ways. Diner associated with it used the be very good, but not good now. Eggs tasted like powdered eggs. It was really awful and really expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bike Week 2924
Nice view of the water . Maids cleaned up daily . Beds comfortable . The hotel isn't new but clean and comfortable !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

mary

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Marcia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Catosnville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and pricing
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hoang

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time at this establishment wasn’t bad at all the beach is right outside any issues that you have get taken care of asap I booked for a family vacation and will book here again overall satisfied and will book again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Denis

dated
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Delena

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It smelled musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024