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Sifting Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ocean City Boardwalk in Ocean City

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Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Lobby
Property grounds
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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840 OCEAN AVENUE, Ocean City, NJ, 08226
  • Playland's Castaway Cove
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • OC Waterpark
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Studio

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

Basic Studio

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

Basic Studio

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Downtown Ocean City stay.At this Downtown Ocean City 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 Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 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 - ‬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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 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

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 75 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

Sifting Sands Motel OCEAN CITY
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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 Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sifting Sands Motel on Oct 9, 2025 start from $107.1, excluding 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.

Reviews

Sifting Sands Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was okay. It’s an older place and somethings needed some maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with partner
Parking is always very tight. Rooms could stand some updates. Bedding seriously needs to be updated. I new quality mattress would have made this review higher rated. We have stayed here several times and it’s not bad for the price. Our room had a very tight bathroom and no lighting in the very dark tiny shower stall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Traveled with family
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

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

8/10 Good

Roxann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus, Haddonfield

Traveled with partner
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

Jimmie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, convenient, and check in was easy. Only issue was parking. Even though there were vacancies there was not enough parking. On our second night there was an oversized pickup truck blocking the entrance and again parking overnight was an issue as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janiya

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JodiAnn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is your typical, older, old-school shore "mom and pop" shore motel. Although the room was dated, everything was clean, in good repair, and comfortable. We had a small two-room unit, with a queen bed in its own (small) room and a queen bed in the main area, which also had a small kitchenette with a two-burner stove, coffee maker, etc. Absolutely nothing for us to complain about as the amenities matched our expectations for the price. Convenient location a few blocks from the boardwalk and a few blocks from lots of restaurants and shopping options. We'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Warminster

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although the property is older - an OC classic - it is very clean and well-fitted for having a meal in room. I felt very welcomed and comfortable there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Moorestown

Liked: Amenities
Very pleased!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yola

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room, and the pool was great. I would stay here again with no hesitation. Thank you, Melba!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Alyssa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok for one night but needs improvements

Sofas dingy.. felt itchy when we sat on them . Maybe consider cleaning and putting plastic on them … bed felt like a cardboard box.. bathroom paint looked like asbestos .. no shelf at all on shower for any items …black mold in corner of bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex, Lambertville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Sifting Sands during the MSBike ride for a decade. My family likes the stay there. The pool is great. It's close to the boardwalk. And it a great place to bed down while visiting Ocean City. The rooms are small, but they've always maximized bed space.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, great attitude
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were accomadating. The kitchen was nicely stocked to do ur own cooking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024