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Empress Motel

Property class: 2
Motel near Ocean City Beach in Ocean City

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1910 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahia Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Efficiency

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and two windows with blinds.

1 Bedroom Efficiency

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A room with a beige sofa, wooden chairs, a small table, a TV, an air conditioning unit, and a lamp.

2 Doubles Efficiency

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

2 Doubles with Private Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A room with two beds, a desk, and a lamp.

3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Downtown Ocean City stay.At this Downtown Ocean City motel, you'll be well placed to visit Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk, both within a 5-minute walk. Bahia Marina and Isle of Wight Bay are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bahia Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Isle of Wight Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Jolly Roger Amusement Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 9 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brass Balls Saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papi’s Taco Joint - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Surfin’ Betty’s - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Happy Jack Pancake House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Empress Motel

Motel near Ocean City Beach in Ocean City
Empress Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ocean City motel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Empress Motel offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Ocean City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [1900 Baltimore Ave Sahara Motel Office]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 26 and April 20.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 11.05 per day.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 214 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.05 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 65046

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 29 and close October 01.

Property is also known as

Empress Motel Motel
Empress Motel Ocean City
Empress Motel Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Empress Motel to the airport?

Empress Motel is 5.1 mi (14-min drive) away from the Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Empress Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empress Motel.

How close is Empress Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 2-minute walk from Ocean City Beach and 5.7 mi (21-min drive) from Maryland Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Empress Motel offer free breakfast?

Empress Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empress Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino at Ocean Downs (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Empress Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Empress Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Empress Motel have a pool?

Empress Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Empress Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Empress Motel to downtown Ocean City?

Empress Motel is 1.1 mi away from Ocean City.

Empress Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 208 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bathroom Lovely pool Easy walk straight onto the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yess I enjoyed my self Definitely wanna come Back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, while we do prefer the Sahara we found this hotel to be enjoyable as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location is great for the price. However, because the prices are more affordable, there are certain crowds who stay there and don’t care about their noise level, watching their children in the pool, smoking, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was clean quiet relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a place to sleep. I don’t think they cleaned anything before we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Room was okay. The fridge was smelling a little. Overall not a bad stay. Its really close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

It's okay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Empress is now owned by The Saraha Hotel group. The room was very clean, the cleaning and ground personal are helpful, but speak little English. The check in process was a nightmare. No organization at all. Totally inefficient and unorganized. Other than check in it is a nice little hotel nothing special for the price. It was a very clean motel with a pool for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is very convenient close to the beach i would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was family friendy ,clean room , staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is 20 years outdated and poorly maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean little place to stay close to the beach. Staff was also very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as advertised and a 2 minute walk to the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Rooms are good but some smell is coming
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not clean. Restroom was really bad . Microwave didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay by the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good job
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We stayed there last year and the ice machine was broke, went back this year and it was still broke. They were sending us all over the place to get ice, simply ridiculous The tub was clogged and then at 4:30 in the afternoon we had no clean towels, had to track down a maid for them Our last night there we had the police at the hotel 2 times, the second time there were 6 police officers there Never again!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing service and great spot right by the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sink drains were clogged, housekeepers took our towels and didn’t replace them, people were in the pool screaming until 3AM, housekeepers stole energy drinks from the mini fridge that we brought for our trip home . Do not recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay . Friendly welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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