The Spinnaker

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

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Beach nearby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Terrace/patio
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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18th Street & Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(124 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Ocean City

The Spinnaker places you steps from Ocean City Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Ocean City Boardwalk. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Ocean City hotel include Jolly Roger Amusement Park and Roland E. Powell Convention Center.

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

Beach fun in seasonal outdoor pool, near Ocean City Boardwalk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at The Spinnaker. Self parking is free.

This Ocean City hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Spinnaker offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Ocean City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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
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
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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 3048

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Spinnaker?

Yep, The Spinnaker has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Spinnaker?

Yep, The Spinnaker is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean City Beach.

Does The Spinnaker have a pool?

The Spinnaker has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Spinnaker?

No, The Spinnaker does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Spinnaker?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Spinnaker's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Spinnaker?

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

Are pets allowed at The Spinnaker?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Spinnaker?

There isn't one on site, but Embers Island is a short 8-minute walk away.

The Spinnaker Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1029 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

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Likes how close it was to the boardwalk. Everything was pretty much walkable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good property was nice and quiet easy to get everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izabela

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was what we needed for our Memorial Day weekend getaway. It was beautiful,beds were so comfortable,we love the beach view and we loved that we could go eat arround, there are a lot of activities for families arround. Love it! This was our first time in Ocean City but. We want to come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Crews

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent but pleasant walk to pier Excellent housekeeping staff Very enjoyable check in experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
I really like the fact they have a small kitchen, great way to save money while vacationing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thom

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

travis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kym

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Junhoung

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

han c

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary anne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Germantown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Check in process was excellent. Very friendly staff at front desk. Will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was from 10/26 thru 10/27. Couldn't sit on the balcony because the door would only open about 2 inches. Something was wrong with the metal latch. Exhaust fan in the bathroom didn't work. No ice machine to be found. Vending machines didn't have bottle of cold water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024