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Blue Wave Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, 4-minute walk to Ocean City Boardwalk

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The Blue Wave Inn, steps from Ocean City Boardwalk, offers a seasonal outdoor pool and garden views. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and continental breakfast before exploring. The on-site restaurant provides convenient dining options.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 260 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, City View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
203 9th Street, Ocean City, MD, 21842

What's nearby

  • Midway Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isle of Wight Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jolly Roger at the Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 3 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brass Balls Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hammerheads on The Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pickles Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Piezano's Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Blue Wave Inn

Motel near Ocean City Boardwalk
Close to Ocean City Beach, Blue Wave Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Wave Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 for adults and USD 1 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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 September 18 to May 29:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 16 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 9 for adults and USD 1 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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, 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
Property Registration Number 83842, 22-00041996

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Bum Motel Ocean City
Beach Bum Ocean City
Beach Bum Motel
Blue Wave Inn Motel
Blue Wave Inn Ocean City
Blue Wave Inn Motel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Wave Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 18 to May 29.

Is Blue Wave Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Blue Wave Inn?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM–8:00 PM, and from 3:00 PM–11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Wave Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Blue Wave Inn located?

Located in Downtown Ocean City, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Midway Shopping Center, Ocean City Boardwalk, and Ocean City Beach. Isle of Wight Bay and Ocean Bowl Skate Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Blue Wave Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 274 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has bedbugs! Stay away!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jhenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel and close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lillie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to boardwalk and beach its a older motel but it felt homey
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was close along with food options right there and it was what you expect to pay staying there not great but ok enough to stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for price. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sheraton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to chill and relax
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such an awesome property. Love the pool and grill. Rooms were perfect and comfortable. Great location close to boardwalk and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

The room was very nice and clean. Check in was fast and easy and the women at the front was very kind. Was a little disappointed that we didn’t receive fresh towels during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

May Cho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs are friendly and if you need something, they are quick to give you the best service they could. I really enjoy staying here and will be back soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Melody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled musty and the bathroom floor was coming up due to water damage there were feet prints on the walls and ceiling no curtains only blinds that were broken the carpet and furniture is very out dated. The staff and owners were friendly and the grill had good food, pool was clean and nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guy name Joe was very friendly and accommodating. I appreciate his hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tara

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
they were very rude
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rita

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled like Curry the whole time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

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

Nothing fancy

There were a few dead bugs behind the bed and ants in the bathroom and where the fridge and microwave were. The room is dated but it’s fine off you aren’t looking for anything fancy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint and charming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Pay for what you get

Room smelled like smoke, stains on the floor, and no towels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom tiles falling down , main entrance to door huge gap had to use towels to stuff between door jam could see right through the door
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ranwei

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Will never come back to this place. People smoke marijuana around. The bathroom fan is broken. Nowhere to hang the dress. Very uncomfortable bed. A lot of mosquitoes in the room. Dirty facility.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unclean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and clean! Staff are nice. We went during beach week and the teenagers in the room next to us were having a party all night long. Didn’t get much sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Troy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Door not properly sealed. The whole room needs to be upgraded.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay , very quiet nobody bothered us very clean daily housekeeping not a far walk from the beach absolutely loved staying here , & we will be again !!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024