Sahara Motel
Motel, 2-star19th St & Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD, United StatesShow on map
7.3 · Good4,022 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 19th St & Boardwalk.
Welcome to Sahara Motel, your oasis in the heart of Ocean City!
Convenient Location: Located in the center of Ocean City, Sahara Motel offers easy access to the Ocean City Boardwalk, Ocean City Harbor, and Roland E. Powell Convention Center & Visitors Info Center, making it the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.
Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy our free WiFi, relax by the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and take advantage of the free private parking. Our 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist you, ensuring a seamless stay from check-in to check-out.
Smoke-Free Environment: Rest assured in our non-smoking property, just under 1 km from the bustling Ocean City Boardwalk. With the Ocean City Municipal Airport a short 8 km away, Sahara Motel is your ideal accommodation choice.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
Rooms
7.3
Good
Rated 7.3 out of 10 by 4,022 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness5.7
- Service7.7
- Location9.7
- Rooms7.1
- Amenities6.7
- Value8.1
- Food & drink8.2
Guests mention
Ocean viewFriendly staff
JordanUnited StatesHorrible smell
Dank and dingy
Dirty, probably bed bugs
MarioUnited StatesLa vista
Las sábanas de la cama ya están viejas y desgastadas igual que el piso cada vez que me parara se me ponían negros los pies están llenos de tierra y suciedad
CarlUnited StatesWould definitely stay again
Location and value
A little small and dated
AudreyUnited StatesWould come back again
Near the boardwalk, excellent towels and hot water for showers, very clean.
Dreary carpet and bed spreads
KatharinaGermanyDer Blick auf die Straße und auf den Hinterhof entsprach nicht unseren Erwartungen.
Der Pool und der relativ kurze Weg zum Strand waren gut. Das Café direkt im Haus war angenehm.
TiffanyUnited StatesI liked that it was oceanfront. That's about it.
The fact that the room wasn't exactly clean...crumbs on the floor etc. The bathroom door knob was a joke. Might as well not had one. The air conditioning only cooled the…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
19th St & Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD, United States
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Covid. Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Professional property host/manager
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
General. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Sahara Motel
What time is check-in and check-out at Sahara Motel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Sahara Motel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Sahara Motel?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Sahara Motel have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Sahara Motel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Sahara Motel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Sahara Motel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Sahara Motel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Sahara Motel?
19th St & Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD.
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