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Harris House By the Beach

2.0 star property
Motel convenient to Ocean City Boardwalk

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Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Beach nearby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Steps away from the iconic Ocean City Boardwalk, Harris House By the Beach offers a haven with laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Take a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, grab a snack from the vending machine, or enjoy luggage storage and 24-hour front desk services.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $166
includes taxes & fees
$149 per night
May 18 - May 19

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1201 Ocean Ave, Ocean City, NJ, 08226

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Playland's Castaway Cove - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • OC Waterpark - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ocean City Beach - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Ocean City Music Pier - 2 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 24 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 36 min drive
  • Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal) - 50 min drive
  • Absecon Station - 22 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ZRA-RR Station) - 26 min drive
  • Atlantic City Rail Terminal - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manco & Manco Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Preps Pizzeria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kohr Brothers 10th Street - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocean City Coffee Company - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Harris House By the Beach

At Harris House By the Beach, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and parasailing, surfing/body boarding, and water skiing are nearby. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Atlantic City Boardwalk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 25
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1978
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 14 and May 16.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harris House By the Beach currently open?

The property is closed between October 14 and May 16.

Is there a pool at Harris House By the Beach?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Harris House By the Beach?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Harris House By the Beach?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Harris House By the Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Harris House By the Beach?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Tropicana Casino (19-min drive) and Caesars Atlantic City Casino (20-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Harris House By the Beach and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and body boarding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Harris House By the Beach also has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Harris House By the Beach have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Harris House By the Beach like?

Harris House By the Beach is a short 1-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk and 13 minutes' walk from OC Waterpark.

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Harris House By the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Boardwalks
Service staff
Room
Beach
Location
Parking
Bathroom
Family friendly
Car
Bed

What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, easily accessible, and a highlight of the stay, with many guests enjoying it daily. (18 reviews)
  • The beach is easily accessible and convenient, with many guests appreciating the provided beach tags and proximity to the boardwalk. (15 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and accessible, with options to park in the lot even before check-in time. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The wife and I Loved our stay!!
jordan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location just behind the boardwalk with pleasant staff.
eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very pleasant, convenient , and enjoyable stay
bonnie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff , clean, right off the boardwalk..
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was good
Suzanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Gail at front desk is soooo friendly!! Our second time here, we love it !!
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel property was good and modest.
Regina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’ma picky person, but I was impressed with the cleanliness !! The beds were comfy also! Going back for sure!!!
Kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and the location was fantastic
Kelsey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We come back every year. Always enjoy the Harris House
Carol, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It looked very dated with small rooms. I liked the location, right near the boardwalk.
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

staff was friendly, great location to beach & boardwalk
JERI LYNN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location - nice staff- clean room
Carolyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot in the heart of Ocean City. We would definitely recommend!
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Steps from the boardwalk and beach.
Joanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful family lodging

We love staying at Harris House for our night in Ocean City each summer. It’s the most convenient location, a great pool, and so close to the beach and boardwalk! We’ll be back again for sure!
Amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, clean room, very very close to the beach.
Yendri, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location and bed was surprisingly comfortable after initially laughing at how it felt. Clean and adjacent to the boardwalk.
Cherie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a nice 2 night stay, and the location to the boards/beach is perfect! We plan to stay here again.
Jay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. 1/2 block from beach. Close to Playland
Kristi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super close to the boardwalk with great staff and complementary beach tags!
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location to boardwalk and beach, free parking, rooms are a decent size and clean.
Keith, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Clean rooms and property. Solid pool. Great simple spot. Would go back.
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, location excellent and we loved having the pool! Will be back.
Alyson, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First time down in Ocean City, Harris was very convenient. Walking distance to the beach and boardwalk. Extremely friendly staff and management. The pool was very well maintained daily.Harris is a very good place to stay.
Corrado, 4-night trip