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Sifting Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Ocean City Boardwalk

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Coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Dining
Sifting Sands Motel in North End offers traveler conveniences like laundry facilities and reliable in-room WiFi. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool after beach days, and the Ocean City Boardwalk is a short walk away. Guests praise the exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Basic Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Downtown Ocean City, a neighbourhood in Ocean City, is home to Sifting Sands Motel. Ocean City Boardwalk and Atlantic City Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean City Beach and Atlantic City Beach. Playland's Castaway Cove and Pirate Island Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
840 OCEAN AVENUE, Ocean City, NJ, 08226

What's nearby

  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • OC Waterpark - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Varsity Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yianni's Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sifting Sands Motel

Hotel near Ocean City Boardwalk
Sifting Sands Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Sifting Sands Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Cable channels, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 300.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 300.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Sifting Sands Motel OCEAN CITY
Sifting Sands Motel
Sifting Sands OCEAN CITY
Sifting Sands
Sifting Sands Motel Hotel
Sifting Sands Motel Ocean City
Sifting Sands Motel Hotel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Does Sifting Sands Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sifting Sands Motel?

As of 4 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sifting Sands Motel on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$203.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sifting Sands Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 300.00 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sifting Sands Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sifting Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sifting Sands Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sifting Sands Motel located?

Located in Downtown Ocean City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Playland's Castaway Cove and Ocean City Boardwalk. Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge and Pirate Island Golf are also within 10 minutes.

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Sifting Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 234 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. All main attractions were within a good walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Old school beach motel but clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Amenities
Had a great experience staying here. Will by booking another stay there next summer. The room was perfect for my family the kids loved the bunk beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that the beach was just a 3-minute walk away. The area was peaceful, and the rooms were spotless. I’ll definitely be booking here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and had everything I needed. Kitchen area had all the basics. Pool was nice. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is an old school motel. They keep this property while maintained, and while there is some issues, it is an older property, but for the price and the location and the amenities it can’t be beat for the area. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently close to boardwalk and kids rides
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Miss B the manager was wonderful and she always treats everyone she meets with kindness and care!!! She is awesome!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and the room was the perfect beach vibe. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience to boardwalk and the hard working housekeeping staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in OCNJ. Close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a quick weekend trip with a pet! Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good safe and clean place to spend time with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room with all necessary stuff for the kitchen. Very kind personnel. Perfect position next to the seaside. Very nice and clean pool. Parking available inside the structure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I came to ocean city new jersey for my birthday and it didn't disappoint. Thw sifting sands was a great place to stay. The room was spacious and clean, the staff were super nice and helpful, and the pool was amazing. We were two blocks from the boardwalk. There are plenty of shopping and food places so close by. We are definitely staying here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fridge, stove top, microwave, clean towels and linens
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It’s a cute older hotel but very clean. Good for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was smooth and easy, front desk staff was very nice and the room is great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

They stayed open late and let us in after a trying day. So grateful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we didn’t get to experience the pool because the weather was bad. The room was clean and had all that you could need - it was small, but was only intended for one person. The shower was tight and the toilet was very low to the ground. I would definitely stay here again. The area is very walkable to the boardwalk, shopping, and places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gene at the front desk was very understanding and kind. Very pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

This was very nice the only thing lacking was an outdoor shower to wash sand off which would have been appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025