In the heart of North End, Sifting Sands Motel offers a cozy retreat with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or take a short walk to Ocean City Boardwalk. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal) - 51 min drive
Absecon Station - 21 min drive
Atlantic City, NJ (ZRA-RR Station) - 24 min drive
Atlantic City Rail Terminal - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Ocean City Coffee Company - 4 min walk
Hobby Horse Ice Cream Parlor - 2 min walk
Holiday Coffee - 4 min walk
Varsity Inn - 2 min walk
Yianni's Cafe - 4 min walk
About this property
Sifting Sands Motel
Sifting Sands Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Ocean City Beach and Ocean City Boardwalk. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Atlantic City Boardwalk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Pool loungers
Facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 300.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to October
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 there a pool at Sifting Sands Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sifting Sands Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 300.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sifting Sands Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sifting Sands Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Sifting Sands Motel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Tropicana Casino (18-min drive) and Caesars Atlantic City Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Sifting Sands Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Sifting Sands Motel also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sifting Sands Motel like?
Sifting Sands Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk and 5 minutes' walk from Playland's Castaway Cove. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Sifting Sands Motel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.2
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The beach was easily accessible and within a short walking distance from the property. (21 reviews)
The air conditioner worked very nicely and effectively. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions
Room
Beach
Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2025
Worth it!
Incredibly helpful staff! All rooms were clean. They had beach tags which was a nice surprise. Pool is also nice. Location is excellent.
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Shore Gen
Adorable little shore hotel near the boardwalk & beach. All the necessities, comfortable bed, and a pool. The lady who checked us in was wonderful- so friendly and helpful. We will be back.
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Weather was great was a good trip
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
We stay here every year, we really like it. Clean, comfortable and close it boardwalk.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Clean and pretty. Nice pool
Nice time. Clean rooms, nicely decorated. Quiet and convenient. Pool is very nice.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2025
Great Hotel and Location.
Hotel is amazing. Location, Location, Location!!! Easy walk to beach and boardwalk. Staff is very helpful.
Leonard
Leonard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very good safe and clean place to spend time with family
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Great service
Nice little place. The front desk was very accommodating. Pool was great. Close to beach.
Kerry
Kerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Great Motel in OCNJ
Perfect location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Pool is very nice. Beds were comfortable. A little older of a motel and parking is tight but overall wonderful for the price. Cannot beat it.
KIMBERLY
KIMBERLY, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great location, fridge, stove top, microwave, clean towels and linens
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
It’s a cute older hotel but very clean. Good for a short stay
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Just what we were looking for!
Great one night stay for our family of 5pm. Terrific location and clean room.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Check in was smooth and easy, front desk staff was very nice and the room is great!
Marcus
Marcus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 4, 2025
Fine for a night or two. Got an early check in, place is very dated. Does the job
andrew
andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Great location. Very close to boardwalk. Room was small, but clean. Its a charming older place.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Convenient location very close to the boardwalk and rides, room has mini fridge and stove, our second time and will return
olivia
olivia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Last minute two day trip. Convenient location, very walkable to beach and boardwalk, as well as shopping in Asbury. It was nice having a room with a kitchenette and mini fridge.
Katelyn
Katelyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
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.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 18, 2025
Not comfortable or family friendly
The motel we stayed in was very small. Furniture had to be moved in order to use the pull out sofa bed. The couch had tears and stains in it. There wasn’t a real mattress on the sofa bed. It was the most uncomfortable sofa bed I have ever slept on. I could feel every spring in the sofa bed. The shower was very dark and way too small. There was no bath tub, which made it difficult to clean young children. The best part of the stay was the quick and convenient walk to the boardwalk and beach.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2025
Not perfect but reliable
Smooth and early check in with professional staff. Room smelled nice and was clean. Ac worked really well and even though it sounded like a white noise machine, it didn’t make any weird noises. There was a tile missing in the shower which was very small and it was hard to find the right temp. There was a half stove, sink microwave and mini fridge. 7 minute walk to the boardwalk. Second stay here and I will come back.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
It was okay. It’s an older place and somethings needed some maintenance.
Beth
Beth, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 17, 2025
Some rooms are decent, others are damp and musty. The first room the bedding was damp to the touch from the humidity and the shower had hair all over, however the front desk staff gave us a new room with no questions.
TJ
TJ, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
Great stay, convenient, and check in was easy. Only issue was parking. Even though there were vacancies there was not enough parking. On our second night there was an oversized pickup truck blocking the entrance and again parking overnight was an issue as well.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 20, 2025
Old and in bad shape
Floor was dirty. Found 3 mouse traps. Bathroom floor was peeling. Paint and stucco peeling. Rusted baseboard. Had to ask for a blow dryer. Shower was tiny and had a spongey floor. No safe for valuables.