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Sifting Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Ocean City Boardwalk

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

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
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Basic Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Ocean City

At Sifting Sands Motel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Playland's Castaway Cove and Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Ocean City hotel include Ocean City Boardwalk and within 30 minutes you'll find Ocean City Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • OC Waterpark - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 21 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ocean City Coffee Company
  • ‪Hobby Horse Ice Cream Parlor - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • Varsity Inn
  • ‪Yianni's Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sifting Sands Motel

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Ocean City Boardwalk
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 free toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

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.

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 all 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
Sifting Sands Motel
Sifting Sands OCEAN CITY
Sifting Sands
Sifting Sands Motel Hotel
Sifting Sands Motel Ocean City
Sifting Sands Motel Hotel Ocean City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sifting Sands Motel?

Yep, Sifting Sands Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sifting Sands Motel?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sifting Sands Motel on 11 Sept 2025 start from NZ$233.64, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sifting Sands Motel?

The closest beach to Sifting Sands Motel is Ocean City Beach (10.1 km).

Does Sifting Sands Motel have a pool?

Sifting Sands Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Does Sifting Sands Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Sifting Sands Motel, but OC Waterpark is a short 6-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sifting Sands Motel?

No, Sifting Sands Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sifting Sands Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Sifting Sands Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Pirate Island Golf is a short 6-minute walk away.

Sifting Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 214 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JodiAnn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
biker friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CAROL, Hatboro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

mike

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was ok 300$ for a dog was a lot
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Krizia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed sheets were clean and crispy white however the motel is outdated and the shower is so tiny.The parking spaces are also very tight and uncomfortable. I would stay here again if it was the only option but definitely not my first pick.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun

Had a great time. The boards were in walking distance. The pool was nice. No pressure to check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very outdated, sink and toilet should have been replaced in bathroom years ago. Shower very tiny, good thing we are all slender to regular sized people. I don’t remember ever sleeping on such bad mattresses. Even my son in his 20’s asked what was up with the beds, horrible! Good location for shopping and beach. Pool nice but very small. Parking worked out fine. We were told by a regular on the property not to move our car or we would have to park in the overflow lot a few blocks down. Luckily we were okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price. Clean, in downtown amd around everything. Will totally book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with the place. Very clean, staff was very nice. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024