Thunderbird Beach Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel in Ocean City with free parking

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On the beach
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Coffee service
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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32nd Street Oceanblock, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Jolly Roger Amusement Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Roland E. Powell Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Ocean City

At Thunderbird Beach Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ocean City Beach and Jolly Roger Amusement Park. Highlights at this beachfront motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Midtown Ocean City motel include Ocean City Boardwalk and Roland E. Powell Convention Center.

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
  • Jolly Roger at the Pier - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 7 min drive
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Happy Jack Pancake House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shottis Point - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ripieno's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Beach Motel

Beachfront motel in Ocean City with free parking
Thunderbird Beach Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Thunderbird Beach Motel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a front desk safe, and a television in common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Ocean City motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Beach Motel offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 46 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December and January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 1.59 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room safe

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2913

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Yep, Thunderbird Beach Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Yep, Thunderbird Beach Motel is a short 2-minute walk from Ocean City Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel have a pool?

Thunderbird Beach Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9 AM to 9 PM.

Does Thunderbird Beach Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Thunderbird Beach Motel, but Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a short 5-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

No, Thunderbird Beach Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Thunderbird Beach Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Embers Island is a short 12-minute walk away.

Reviews

Thunderbird Beach Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1013 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

herbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice pool off the beach
God bless
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cesar

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
I requested, reserved and booked 2 nights 8/01 and 8/02. It was a desaster. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities overall,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK, Rupert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated, but was fantastic for what we needed. Quick walk to the beach. They allowed us to park before and after checkout to go to the beach. On site pool was great. Outdoor shower and bathroom available when coming from the beach. Office lady was super friendly. This is the first place I will check the next time I come back to the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Saraswoti

Travelled with family
Near from beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

oxana

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
convenient to the beach, friendly staff and well cared for facility. the only downfall no one cleaned our room hence we ran our of clean towels very next day and could not catch the cleaning staff to exchange the used towels for fresh. we will know next time to bring our own. overall very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely clean and worth the money. Please beware there is NO ELEVATOR
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, i forgot my room key like 5 times and they didn’t yell at me not once. Lovely humans
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what we need it for a few nights stay at the beach! Property is very well-maintained and safe. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bikash

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
For an older hotel, it’s still in great condition! A great experience and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is a classic, a little outdated, but perfect! My room was cold on the 90 plus degree days. Rooms were deceiving from them being out dated. It didn’t even matter. It was super clean, bathroom was impeccably clean,no bug, no dust or dirt. It was Quiet place in general.Quiet and we were right near steps. We walked out the back directly to beach, which was beautiful and clean. The woman at from desk were very kind and accommodating. The pool was lovely. My family and I had such a wonderful time making memories. I highly recommend the Thunderbird beach motel. It was perfect for a getaway that didn’t break the bank!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Senya

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

Yannick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jeremy

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here only thing I didn’t like is there was no cable tv
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicki

Ok motel for a quick beach trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Great location and nice staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025