RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT OCEAN CITY, Ocean City

The hotel is located on Seabay Lane, a quieter area away from the main drag but still close to beaches, restaurants, and shopping. The ocean is 0.5 km (8-13 minute walk) away, and the Ocean City Boardwalk and Harbor are 5 km away. The Roland E. Powell Convention Center is 2 km away. A public bus with a $4 day pass stops nearby, offering easy access to the boardwalk and other attractions. The private beach area is next to the property, and several cafés and restaurants are within walking distance. The nearest airport is Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional, about 45 km away.

Suites range from studios to one-bedroom units, all with fully equipped kitchens (full-size refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, microwave, cookware, and dishes), a dining area, and a comfortable living space with a sofa bed. Bed configurations include one king bed with a pullout queen sofa, or two queen beds with a pullout queen sofa. Every room has a private balcony with seating, and some upper-floor corner suites offer wrap-around balconies with panoramic views. Flat-screen TVs are provided in both the bedroom and living area. The property is showing signs of wear, with some reports of worn furniture, broken fixtures, and musty odors; requesting a recently renovated room is advisable. Noise from hallways, doors, and neighboring rooms is common, particularly on lower floors or near the pool. Rooms are air-conditioned and have carpeted floors and soundproof walls, though effectiveness varies.

The free breakfast includes a rotating selection of hot items such as scrambled eggs, sausage, waffles, and a continental spread with breads, cereals, fruit, and yogurt. It is served in the lobby dining area with ample seating, though it can be busy on weekends. The Bayview Bar and Grille is open daily from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, offering American and seafood cuisine, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The bar serves wine, champagne, and cocktails, and hosts live music some evenings. A happy hour is held, and a snack bar is available. For lighter fare, the hotel also provides a vending machine and a minimarket on-site. Several dining options are within a short walk, including Rosenfeld's Jewish Delicatessen, Sea Bay Cafe, and Denny's.

Indoor pool is on the 8th floor and open year-round from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, offering a pool with a view, sun loungers, and shallow end. The outdoor saltwater pool is seasonal (May to October), heated, and features a pool bar, fence around the pool, and sun loungers. Both pools provide towels. The fitness centre is on the 7th floor with bay views, offering cardio machines, free weights, and yoga classes. The hotel has a private beach area adjacent to the property with sun loungers and a fire pit. Free activities include aerobics, evening entertainment, live sport broadcasts, movie nights, and live music. For an additional charge, guests can enjoy canoeing, water sports, golf (within 3 km), tennis, and themed dinner nights. Bicycle rental is available to explore the area.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/out, luggage storage, lockers, and an on-site ATM. Daily housekeeping is free; dry cleaning and laundry are available for an additional charge. The business centre is free to use, with fax/photocopying and meeting/banquet facilities for a fee. Accessible features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, visual aids (Braille), and toilet grab rails. Pets are allowed on request with a seasonal fee. The hotel has two elevators, which can be slow during peak times. Electric vehicle charging stations and accessible parking are available. Security features include key card access, CCTV, smoke alarms, and safety deposit boxes. A shared lounge/TV area is available, and the property is fully air-conditioned and non-smoking.