HOLIDAY INN & SUITES OCEAN CITY BY IHG, Ocean City

Located on the quieter northern end of the boardwalk, the hotel is a short walk from multiple restaurants including Anthony's Carryout, Subway, and DaVinci's By The Sea (all within 0.5 km). Ocean City Harbor is 5 km away, and the central boardwalk attractions are within 2 km, though travelling with young children or older adults may require a car for the full walk. On-site parking (US$10/day, reservation required) is practical but limited; returning after 8pm may mean using the overflow lot across the street. The beachfront position means the Air Show and other boardwalk events are easily watched from the property.

Suites feature a separate bedroom (with 2 queen beds or 1 king bed), a living room with a queen sleeper sofa, a full kitchen with stove, oven, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, plus cookware and utensils. Cable TV, air conditioning, heating, and free Wi-Fi are standard. Oceanfront suites (2nd floor and above) have direct ocean views from the balcony; pool-view suites are on the 1st floor and overlook the pool area; southern-view rooms offer a partial side view of the ocean. All rooms include a jacuzzi tub - most are in the bathroom, but some suites have the jacuzzi in the bedroom. The bathroom is private, and many units feature a multi-head rainfall shower, his-and-her sinks, and pump toiletries. The suites are spacious, though furnishings and finishes may feel dated in some units (e.g. chipped tile floors, older cabinetry). Corridor noise from elevators is minimal; most rooms are quiet.

Breakfast is available at the Coral Reef Café (order off the menu, not a buffet) and costs US$25 per person if not included in the room rate. The breakfast package covers 2 entrées and 2 non-alcoholic beverages per day, and children under 12 eat free from the kids' menu with a paying adult. Dinner and lunch options include Caribbean and American dishes; the restaurant also offers a happy hour. The pool bar serves drinks and light food but closes at 5pm. The indoor pool is located adjacent to the restaurant, so some guests prefer to take their food to the room. Several nearby dining options are within a 5-minute walk, including Subway, Malia's Cafe, and Dunkin.

The outdoor family pool features a water slide and is open 09:00-18:00 seasonally (Memorial Day through Columbus Day). The separate adult pool is open until 20:00 and has a pool bar, though the bar closes at 17:00. The indoor pool has daily hours 08:00-23:00, providing a year-round swimming option. Both outdoor pools are heated; the outdoor hot tub closes after Columbus Day. The fitness centre is equipped with cardio and strength machines, and there is a games room on-site. Evening entertainment (live shows, character appearances such as Bluey) is offered free of charge, and happy hour is available at an additional cost. Beach access is immediate - the hotel provides pool umbrellas and chairs but does not rent beach equipment. Golf courses, chartered fishing, and water sports are a short drive away.

The property offers a 24-hour front desk with ATM on site, and daily housekeeping is performed free of charge - replenishing towels and tidying the room. Laundry facilities on guest floors are free to use; detergent can be purchased at the front desk. Wi-Fi is free in all rooms and common areas. On-site private parking costs US$10 per day and must be reserved in advance; overflow parking is across the street. Accessible parking is available, and accessible oceanfront suites with roll-in showers are offered. The business centre provides fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities accommodate groups. Safety features include key card access, 24-hour CCTV, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and a safety deposit box at reception. Pets are not permitted, and the entire property is non-smoking. AAA and military discounts are available when booking the respective rates.