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Sifting Sands Motel

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Ocean City Boardwalk in Ocean City

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A compact kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.
A motel with a sign reading "Sittin' Sando Motel" and a parking lot with several vehicles.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a sink, and a stove.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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840 OCEAN AVENUE, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Place, Playland's Castaway Cove
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Central stay.At this Central hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Playland's Castaway Cove and Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge. Pirate Island Golf and OC Waterpark are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • OC Waterpark - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪IT'SUGAR - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sifting Sands Motel

Hotel near Ocean City Boardwalk in Ocean City
Sifting Sands Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Ocean City hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Sifting Sands Motel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 65 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 300.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 300.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 65 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sifting Sands Motel to the airport?

Sifting Sands Motel is 14.7 mi (23-min drive) away from the Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sifting Sands Motel on Oct 21, 2026 start from $137, 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.

Does Sifting Sands Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sifting Sands Motel.

How close is Sifting Sands Motel to the beach?

This hotel is 0.2 mi (1-min drive) from Ocean City Beach and 8.5 mi (23-min drive) from Atlantic City Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sifting Sands Motel offer free breakfast?

Sifting Sands Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sifting Sands Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Tropicana Casino (18-min drive) and Caesars Atlantic City Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Sifting Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sifting Sands Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sifting Sands Motel have a pool?

Sifting Sands Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Sifting Sands Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sifting Sands Motel to downtown Ocean City?

Sifting Sands Motel is 0.1 mi away from Ocean City.

Sifting Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 383 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Quaint, easy check in and check out, incredibly nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was extremely friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. Great amenities and fully stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent rooms, large sleeping and separate living area, full kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Decent price and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room, clean and had everything I needed. The pool was nice and it was clean also. Close to the beach and the shops along Asbury. Was able to park my car and forget it for the weekend. The woman the checked me in was incredibly friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Parking is the only thing that was difficult but not a huge issue. The room was very clean, the staff was very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and the staff was excellent. Parking was great and very accessible to everything in OCNJ!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Short walk to the beach. Clean an
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s a cute cozy motel! It’s has just enough of what you need! The staff is great and the pool is nice. Its not too far of a walk to the beach! I’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, convenient location, 2nd time staying and would stay again. Old but well maintained. Parking is tight
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Floor was alittle sandy but overall it was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Walking distance to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with genuine warmth and hospitality. Although it’s a traditional American motel, it has exceptional charm and character. The beautiful beach-inspired décor throughout the property creates a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home. Every detail is thoughtfully designed, making the stay feel special from the very beginning. The location is excellent—it’s close to everything, including the beach, the boardwalk, restaurants, and shops, making it easy to enjoy Ocean City without needing to drive everywhere. The room was clean and comfortable, and the price was very reasonable for the quality of the stay. We truly enjoyed our visit and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love how this motel was affordable but also close to beach/boardwalk/downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Cozy hotel next to the beach and boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close proximity to the boardwalk, nice pool, parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location, great room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very good safe and clean place to spend time with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Pleasant stay. All main attractions were within a good walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Really cool spot to stay with the family
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff went above and beyond to provide excellent service… I inadvertently left a critically important item behind, upon checkout, and when the staff found it, they called me to let me know. Arrangements were made for me to get my item back and I will forever be grateful!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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