Thunderbird Beach Motel

Beachfront motel with outdoor pool, near Ocean City Beach

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On the beach - Thunderbird Beach Motel (Ocean City)
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Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Thunderbird Beach Motel (Ocean City)
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Right by the beach, Thunderbird Beach Motel is a haven for sun-seekers. Connect to in-room WiFi, soak up some rays at the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, or take advantage of free self parking. With helpful staff and a beach locale that previous guests rave about, this motel has everything you need.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

Showing 2 of 2 rooms
Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, towels
Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Basic Room, 1 King Bed | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Basic Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Room, 1 King Bed | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
32nd Street Oceanblock, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seacrets Distilling Company - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 11 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 47 min drive
  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Happy Jack Pancake House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Beach Motel

Thunderbird Beach Motel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. Also, Jolly Roger Amusement Park and Roland E. Powell Convention Center are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 63 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
    • Free off-site parking within 150 ft

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Travelling with children

  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 1.59 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • In-room safe

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December and January.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 2913
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Thunderbird Beach Motel Ocean City
Thunderbird Beach Motel
Thunderbird Beach Ocean City
Thunderbird Beach Hotel Ocean City
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Thunderbird Beach Motel Ocean City
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Frequently asked questions

Is Thunderbird Beach Motel currently open?

The property is closed during November, December and January.

Is there a pool at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Ocean Downs (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Thunderbird Beach Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Thunderbird Beach Motel also has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Thunderbird Beach Motel like?

Thunderbird Beach Motel is located near Ocean City Beach in Midtown Ocean City, a short 8-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk and 5 minutes' walk from Jolly Roger Amusement Park. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Thunderbird Beach Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach is conveniently located just steps away from the property, making it easily accessible for guests. (78 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, being well-kept, refreshing, and perfect for a family getaway. (34 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and convenient with plenty of spaces available. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staffRoomBeachLocationBedBathroomBoardwalksRestaurantChildrenValue

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly.
Jennifer, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had an incredible stay
Angela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel is in a wonderful location. The rooms themselves are your typical older beach motel quality but the staff was friendly and it was exactly what we needed for this trip.
Alicia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect and the staff was excellent thank you!
Joshaua, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is great, very close walking distance to the boardwalk! Clean and felt safe
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Chandler, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and the beach is right there and very convenient for almost anything.
Bryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property older but very clean and well maintained Awesome desk staff fast professional and polite
Donald, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, nice pool off the beach
God bless
herbert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and nice staff.
Randy, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was excellent
Jeromy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, very convenient.
Kenia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok motel for a quick beach trip.
Vicki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were awesome!!!!
Thomas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really good place to rest
Ender, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Away and near the ocean

The Thunderbird stay was good and the price good.The hotel leads right to the beach and that was very convenient!
Valerie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

An older motel but well maintained, clean and comfortable. Also very close to the beach. Great value in OC.
Steven, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, clean and convenient. Would stay here again
gerald, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

3 min walk to the beach, making it easy to watch sunrise
Peggy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a great price with convenient access to the beach and parking. The staff was great and accommodating. The room itself was outdated and some rust was in the shower/sink.
Josephine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was perfect walk to the beach!
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good times!

Great hotel in a perfect location. Close to great restaurants and the beach.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Hospitality
Binyam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect weekend stay

Check in and check out was a quick simple process, opened up a nice clean hotel room, clean bed, floors, bathroom. A nice comfortable stay for a few nights with quick convenient beach access. A nice little pool area as well
James, 2-night trip