Name: Beach Bum Inn
Address: 211 N Baltimore Avenue, Downtown Ocean City, Ocean City, Maryland, United States of America, Ocean City, Worcester County, US
Price range: US$52–US$390 per night
Rating: 8.05

What guests think

Most reviewers describe Beach Bum Inn as a simple, budget-friendly stay steps from the boardwalk, praising its very convenient location and often friendly staff, while noting small rooms and basic amenities including a tiny pool and tight on-site parking.

Cleanliness is frequently praised, though a few guests reported musty odors, missed housekeeping, or pests. Breakfast is a simple continental spread that some found poor, and there are occasional complaints about steep stairs with no elevator and unexpected deposits or billing confusion. Expect a straightforward, no-frills beach base with a standout location.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with a very small pool and tight, sometimes limited parking; there is no elevator and rooms are accessed by stairs.

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10

Jean

25 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

You get what you pay for, so my visit to Beach Bum was pretty much what I expected-- an inexpensive stay close enough to the beach. On that score it was really great! The room was small but comfortable and clean, the air conditioner worked well, and the staff are friendly and nice. The stairs were steep and there was no elevator, so plan accordingly. I would def stay here again.

10

Kayleigh

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

walls are paper thin, more cars than parking spots, pool is a bath tub not big at all. but was a great stay and really close to the beach. staff was super nice! would definitely stay again.

6

Lorelei

11 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I didn’t realize I would be on the 3rd floor with no elevator. I have breathing problems and it made it difficult to go up and down. They were unable to move me to a 1st floor. The front desk staff were very helpful and helped carry my stuff up.

8

James

7 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Parking spaces very small and tight

6

Gretchen

23 Aug 2023

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Convenient for beach access. Pool is only 3 ft deep and 8x10'.

10

Kayleigh

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is our second year in a row staying at the Beach Bum. We Love staying here so much! it’s within walking distance from the beach, perfect sized room, staff are so sweet. Rooms are so clean! The pool is like an over sized bathtub, but when your at the beach you don’t really need a pool. over all would stay here over and over again!

10

Geldy

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Every one was very kind very easy to check in and even allowed us to check in early and stay parked for a couple hours after check out would go again!

10

Alyssa

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

It was my first stay in Ocean City MD and I am glad we chose Beach Bum Inn. Check in was a breeze, parking is very compact and I had a bit of an issue parking because the way another car was parked but they immediately solved the problem! Room was clean and simple. Our neighbors were nice and quiet everyone seemed to obey the property rules. Literally right across the street we were on the boardwalk/beach and if you go the opposite direction of the beach no more than a 5 minute walk there was a 24hr convenience store and the pier/bay! PERFECT location!!! Next time we visit Maryland we will definitely be staying here again!

10

Talisa

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was clean good customer service and nice walking distance to beach..What I didn’t like parking was tight had to park on st..The property 1 out of 10 I’ll give a 10

10

Antoinette

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very pleasant ,and understanding about changing my room. Place was right across from the broad walk /beach. Have a small pool for the little ones. 10/10 for me . Book your stay what are you waiting for.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean, but some reported issues such as musty odors, inadequate cleaning between stays, blocked drains, or pests.

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Krysten

20 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was super friendly and the location was perfect! The room smelled a bit musty

2

Ainsley

19 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The tub was block and no one to snake if for us. It was terrible for me and my family.

10

Gerson

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms

2

Hope

14 Jun 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

I had a tick on me the first night. And we found cockroaches in the room.

10

Liss

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Beach Bum is our go to when we go to ocean city. The staff is extremely nice, the rooms are clean, they offer continental breakfast, they are waling distance to 3rd street. We will continue to stay here at our annual Ocean City visit.

10

Kayleigh

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is our second year in a row staying at the Beach Bum. We Love staying here so much! it’s within walking distance from the beach, perfect sized room, staff are so sweet. Rooms are so clean! The pool is like an over sized bathtub, but when your at the beach you don’t really need a pool. over all would stay here over and over again!

10

Cindy

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean!! I would definitely stay again!

4

Caitlin

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were very kind but the pictures were quite misleading online, the blankets on the bed gave us the ick.. and the only thing in the room is a mini fridge and ours did not work and had an awful smell. The outside of the building is cute but the rooms not so much. Perks are very close to boardwalk and beach! Definitely felt like it was “ok” just way over priced for what it has to offer.

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Brittany

17 Oct 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked 2 nights and arrived very late the first night. The room was filthy. There was visible dirt on the white bed spread which is the first thing you would notice coming into the room. There was also urine on the toilet and it was just obvious no one cleaned after the previous guest. Also the balcony door only had a chain lock,and was very close to the outdoor stairwell. We did not feel safe. We were unable to get a refund.

4

Donya

14 Aug 2023

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The amenities are misleading. The room is small and does not have storage at all. The staff was rude beyond belief. Towels were cheap and useless. Shower had no water pressure. Beds were uncomfortable. Room needs to be cleaner. I wouldn’t recommend. Spend a little bit more money and stay at one of the hotels. On the positive side, the location was decent and walkable to the all the shops.

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Rooms

Rooms are small and simple; many find them comfortable enough, but several mention thin walls and soft or uncomfortable beds. Some note full-size beds, limited storage, and occasional minor maintenance issues like weak fridges or lamp outlets.

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Kayleigh

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

walls are paper thin, more cars than parking spots, pool is a bath tub not big at all. but was a great stay and really close to the beach. staff was super nice! would definitely stay again.

10

Kayleigh

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is our second year in a row staying at the Beach Bum. We Love staying here so much! it’s within walking distance from the beach, perfect sized room, staff are so sweet. Rooms are so clean! The pool is like an over sized bathtub, but when your at the beach you don’t really need a pool. over all would stay here over and over again!

8

Sade

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

While it is definitely an older building the room was extremely clean. The bed wasn’t very comfortable but its Ocean City so I was mostly out and about. The location couldn’t be more perfect! A block from the beach and near a lot of attractions, shopping, and restaurants. The walls are a bit thin which wouldn’t be an issue if other guests are considerate. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my stay here and would definitely return!

4

Caitlin

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were very kind but the pictures were quite misleading online, the blankets on the bed gave us the ick.. and the only thing in the room is a mini fridge and ours did not work and had an awful smell. The outside of the building is cute but the rooms not so much. Perks are very close to boardwalk and beach! Definitely felt like it was “ok” just way over priced for what it has to offer.

8

Victoria

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall a great stay. Clean, convenient, and friendly. The beds are a bit small for 4 people (full sized bed) but it wasnt a big deal for us becuase it was just one night.

10

Kimberly

17 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice and updated

6

thomas

20 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast consists of jimmy dean microwave sandwiches and cereal or oatmeal. Beds were very comfy but the pillows we absolutely garbage. Room was nice and staff were very friendly. Overall a good experience but went out to breakfast instead.

6

Steven

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

So it was an ok place one block ro the beach with adequate parking. There was a hot water issue & a deadbolt issue that I noted to Hotels.com on arrival.The hot water issue was resolved the deadbolt issue not & I take security issues seriously.I found the room quiet in spite of the busy street it faced and heard nothing from fellow customers so that’s good.

8

Leigha

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved that the property was only one block off of the boardwalk. I didn't like the bed. It was very soft.

10

Brittany

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice little place to stay! Room was small but not a big deal. Parking was a bit tight, but there was a spot and that was the important part. Staff was very nice and got us checked right in and right out! Room was decorated cute!

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and occasional early check-in. Some guests, however, reported rude interactions, missed housekeeping, or confusion over deposits and payments.

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Demitrius

11 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Please send an undercover agent from bbb bc I believe this hotel have been running this money scam for years ..initially to book this hotel for 2 days is 55$ but it says wen u get to the hotel u will owe22$ no that is not the case here total this hotel is 400-500 dollars for a day bc he will make u pay 100 for the remaining balance plus 100 for the security room deposit & 100 some other feees After driving 5 hours & it was rainy really bad I just check in bc I needed to sleep & wasn’t feeling good

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Liss

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Beach Bum is our go to when we go to ocean city. The staff is extremely nice, the rooms are clean, they offer continental breakfast, they are waling distance to 3rd street. We will continue to stay here at our annual Ocean City visit.

10

Kayleigh

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is our second year in a row staying at the Beach Bum. We Love staying here so much! it’s within walking distance from the beach, perfect sized room, staff are so sweet. Rooms are so clean! The pool is like an over sized bathtub, but when your at the beach you don’t really need a pool. over all would stay here over and over again!

10

Sherry

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Wonderful staff, very friendly went out of there way to get a friend of ours last minute trip to get them by us, rooms are very clean very close to everything, really couldn't ask for anything better, will be returning to the Beach Bum!!!!

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james

9 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

i was told i'd not paid and was shown the way out... i wrote/texted a statement from my bank of america stating/proving i'd paid SOMEONE OWES ME FOR 2 NIGHTS LODGING plus my inconvenience. EXPEDIA OR THE INN?

10

Geldy

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Every one was very kind very easy to check in and even allowed us to check in early and stay parked for a couple hours after check out would go again!

4

Donya

14 Aug 2023

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The amenities are misleading. The room is small and does not have storage at all. The staff was rude beyond belief. Towels were cheap and useless. Shower had no water pressure. Beds were uncomfortable. Room needs to be cleaner. I wouldn’t recommend. Spend a little bit more money and stay at one of the hotels. On the positive side, the location was decent and walkable to the all the shops.

10

Alyssa

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

It was my first stay in Ocean City MD and I am glad we chose Beach Bum Inn. Check in was a breeze, parking is very compact and I had a bit of an issue parking because the way another car was parked but they immediately solved the problem! Room was clean and simple. Our neighbors were nice and quiet everyone seemed to obey the property rules. Literally right across the street we were on the boardwalk/beach and if you go the opposite direction of the beach no more than a 5 minute walk there was a 24hr convenience store and the pier/bay! PERFECT location!!! Next time we visit Maryland we will definitely be staying here again!

10

Antoinette

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very pleasant ,and understanding about changing my room. Place was right across from the broad walk /beach. Have a small pool for the little ones. 10/10 for me . Book your stay what are you waiting for.

10

Traci

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My daughter was struggling to find a spot to park when checking in. The person checking us in moved his car to a different spot to allow her to park! So helpful!!!

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Location

Location is a clear strength: about a block from the beach and boardwalk, walkable to restaurants and attractions, and some guests found it pleasantly quiet for the area.

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10

Nirvana

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice. Soft beds. A street away from the beach

8

Jovanda

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location

10

Cheryl

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to boardwalk and restaurants

10

Liss

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Beach Bum is our go to when we go to ocean city. The staff is extremely nice, the rooms are clean, they offer continental breakfast, they are waling distance to 3rd street. We will continue to stay here at our annual Ocean City visit.

10

Kayleigh

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is our second year in a row staying at the Beach Bum. We Love staying here so much! it’s within walking distance from the beach, perfect sized room, staff are so sweet. Rooms are so clean! The pool is like an over sized bathtub, but when your at the beach you don’t really need a pool. over all would stay here over and over again!

8

Sade

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

While it is definitely an older building the room was extremely clean. The bed wasn’t very comfortable but its Ocean City so I was mostly out and about. The location couldn’t be more perfect! A block from the beach and near a lot of attractions, shopping, and restaurants. The walls are a bit thin which wouldn’t be an issue if other guests are considerate. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my stay here and would definitely return!

8

Jennilee

3 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I liked how close it was to the boardwalk but far enough away from the ride that it was not too noisy,

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Alyssa

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

It was my first stay in Ocean City MD and I am glad we chose Beach Bum Inn. Check in was a breeze, parking is very compact and I had a bit of an issue parking because the way another car was parked but they immediately solved the problem! Room was clean and simple. Our neighbors were nice and quiet everyone seemed to obey the property rules. Literally right across the street we were on the boardwalk/beach and if you go the opposite direction of the beach no more than a 5 minute walk there was a 24hr convenience store and the pier/bay! PERFECT location!!! Next time we visit Maryland we will definitely be staying here again!

8

Jennifer

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Loacation

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Antoinette

31 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very pleasant ,and understanding about changing my room. Place was right across from the broad walk /beach. Have a small pool for the little ones. 10/10 for me . Book your stay what are you waiting for.

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Dining

Breakfast is a basic continental offering (e.g., microwave sandwiches, cereal, oatmeal); several guests found it poor, while a few appreciated having it included.

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Liss

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Beach Bum is our go to when we go to ocean city. The staff is extremely nice, the rooms are clean, they offer continental breakfast, they are waling distance to 3rd street. We will continue to stay here at our annual Ocean City visit.

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gilma

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was horrible, for the price I paid I should get better quality of food dam, the pool was so dam small not even 5 people fit in there horrible. I regret booking a room here…. Never again

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thomas

20 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast consists of jimmy dean microwave sandwiches and cereal or oatmeal. Beds were very comfy but the pillows we absolutely garbage. Room was nice and staff were very friendly. Overall a good experience but went out to breakfast instead.

10

April

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Small but clean. Nice patio. Free breakfast. Easy transportation. Parking is tight. Close to beach and boardwalk. Close to basketball and skate park and harbor.

10

Stephanie

11 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice stay for me and my two children. Rooms are small but efficient and clean. The mini fridge and microwave were nice to have. We enjoyed the balcony and the pool. It was also nice to have the complimentary breakfast every morning. Couldn't ask for more for the price. It was literally a one block walk to the beach and boardwalk area with rides and games was a short walk.

8

Fatima

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was okay! Poor breakfast but it was okay!

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Month	Average price
January	US$48
February	US$42
March	US$47
April	US$52
May	US$84
June	US$152
July	US$199
August	US$168
September	US$61
October	US$54
November	US$46
December	US$48

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $80	16 $80	17 $80	18 $112	19 $138
20 $57	21 $57	22 $57	23 $57	24 $188	25	26
27 $390	28 $76	29 $77	30 $77

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $158	2	3
4 $63	5 $57	6 $52	7 $102	8 $98	9 $151	10 $153
11 $57	12 $53	13 $52	14 $52	15 $58	16 $59	17 $58
18 $59	19 $60	20 $54	21 $59	22 $67	23 $113	24 $114
25 $58	26 $58	27 $59	28 $58	29 $58	30 $61	31 $64

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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New Building Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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