BLUE WAVE INN - OCEAN CITY, Ocean City

Blue Wave Inn is two blocks from the Ocean City boardwalk and beach, placing you within a five-minute walk of the sand and the main promenade. The area is well served by free street parking on side streets and along St. Louis Avenue. The Ocean City Pier Rides are a five-minute drive away, Jolly Roger Amusement Park is 3 km from the property, and the Ocean City Convention Center is 3 km away. The motel is also close to the bus route that runs along the main road, making it easy to reach other parts of the resort without a car. The central location means you can walk to numerous restaurants, bars, and shops without needing to drive.

The property offers a range of room types: standard rooms with two double beds, queen suites with two queen beds and a sleeper sofa (featuring a minifridge and microwave), and efficiency rooms with two double beds and a fully equipped kitchen. All rooms come with a private bathroom (tub/shower combo), air conditioning, heating, carpeted flooring, an electric kettle, and free toiletries. A few rooms include a private balcony; the rest have a shared walkway or terrace with outdoor furniture. The motel has ground-floor rooms and accessible units available. While the overall decor is modest and dated, room sizes are generally spacious. The property was under new ownership in 2024 and ongoing improvements are being made.

The property has an on-site restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch. The Blue Wave Food Truck is open daily from 09:00 to 15:00 and offers a variety of freshly prepared American dishes. Breakfast options include items with eggs, meat, and toast. The food truck is located poolside, providing a convenient dining option without leaving the property. Several restaurants, bars, and fast-food outlets are within a two-block walk along the boardwalk and surrounding streets, including 4th Street Taphouse, Pizza Mambo, and Backshore Brewing Co.

The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a fence, equipped with sun loungers and swimming pool toys, and is open seasonally from around Memorial Day weekend through after Labor Day. The pool area also has a terrace and picnic area with outdoor furniture. In addition, the motel provides access to a small heated indoor pool at its 3rd Street location, available for use by guests of both properties. The pool can become busy during peak times; early morning and late evening swims tend to be quieter. The beach is only two blocks away for those who prefer ocean swimming.

WiFi is free and available in all areas. Each room receives one parking pass for the private on-site lot, and additional free street parking can be found nearby on side streets and along St. Louis Avenue. The front desk is staffed 24 hours from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Daily housekeeping is provided. The property also offers board games/puzzles, a vending machine for drinks, and a fax/photocopying service. Pets are allowed with possible additional charges. The motel is not pet-friendly for cats. The minimum check-in age is 18.