The Best Hotels Closest to Ripley's Believe It or Not! in Ocean City for 2026

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A clear pool with palm trees, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A beach with a row of multi-story hotels.

A balcony table with breakfast items and a view of the ocean.

A large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated on a beach with a clear sky.

1. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

Downtown Ocean City, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Marilyn

AED 331

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and various shops and restaurants.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, including sun loungers and a smaller pool.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach.

2. Park Place Hotel

Downtown Ocean City, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

kevin

AED 199

AED 306 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A stone building with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a view of trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a tufted armchair and a patterned pillow, and a hallway leading to the back of the property.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, red upholstered chairs, and a blue and white patterned wall.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a stone facade, a well-lit entrance, and a flagpole.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocean City West

West Ocean City, 2.3 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

James

AED 278

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a stone wall on one side.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.

A beach with a wooden deck, benches, and bicycles.

A bar area with a central island, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

4. Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

Downtown Ocean City, 1.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Catherine

AED 294

AED 336 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pier in the background.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a boardwalk, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

5. Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront

Downtown Ocean City, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Ryan

AED 320

AED 358 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, balconies, and a view of the ocean.

A lobby with green sofas, a round table with a plant, and a lantern.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beachfront hotel with multiple balconies and a clear view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a dining area, and a view of the city.

6. Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

Downtown Ocean City, 2.7 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

richard

AED 237

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A deck with two Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with the ocean and a clear sky.

A beach with a wooden boardwalk, umbrellas, and people.

A modern hotel lobby with grey upholstered chairs, a round table, and a bar area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

7. Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

Downtown Ocean City, 2.1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Larry

AED 294

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A balcony with two green Adirondack chairs facing a beach.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a nightstand with a phone.

A beach view from a balcony with a clear sky.

A deck with white lounge chairs and a pool, overlooking a beach.

8. Comfort Inn Ocean City Boardwalk

Downtown Ocean City, 1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Emily

AED 247

AED 276 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-story hotel with balconies, located near a waterfront.

A person sitting by a poolside with orange chairs and a drink.

A dining area with a table set for two, potted plants, and a view through large windows.

A balcony with white railings and orange chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.

9. Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

Downtown Ocean City, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Brittany

AED 306

AED 397 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk area with a chair.

A balcony with a view of a beach, featuring a white railing, blue chairs, and a table.

A beach with people relaxing under umbrellas, some on chairs, and a speedboat in the water.

A room with a large window, an air conditioning unit, and a floor lamp.

10. Commander Hotel & Suites

Downtown Ocean City, 1.9 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Beth

AED 291

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with palm trees, lounge chairs, and an American flag.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by shelves with decorative items and a flat-screen TV.

11. Mainstay Suites Ocean City West

West Ocean City, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

LaKisha

AED 278

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with a view of a marina and houses.

An indoor swimming pool with clear markings, lounge chairs, and a view through large windows.

A dining area with large windows, wooden flooring, and modern furniture.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern chandeliers, and a checkered floor.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocean City

Downtown Ocean City, 3.1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

John

AED 216

AED 242 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A reception area with a tiled wall, a clock, and a sign with house rules.

A dining area with a table set for four, white chairs, a TV in the background, and a kitchen with white cabinets and a microwave.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, buildings, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area set for four.

13. The Wellington Hotel & Suites Oceanblock

Downtown Ocean City, 1.4 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

George

AED 2,567

AED 3,161 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a sink, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, two side tables, a cash machine, and artwork on the walls.

A gym with a treadmill, dumbbells, and a television on the wall.

A breakfast buffet with a variety of food items, including pastries and a sign indicating 'CINNAMON SWEET ROLL'.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Ocean City by IHG

West Ocean City, 2.7 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

wendi

AED 257

AED 288 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony on the second floor, a sign for 'Beach Bum Inn', and a palm tree in front.

A covered outdoor area with white railings, a seating area with plastic chairs, and a view of a parking lot and buildings in the background.

A coastal cityscape with a beachfront hotel featuring a rooftop pool and multiple floors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a bathroom, and a view of the city.

15. Beach Bum Inn

Downtown Ocean City, 0.8 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Jennifer

AED 133

AED 216 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Two blue Adirondack chairs on a balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

A poolside area with blue lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and a building in the background.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a reception desk.

A beach with red umbrellas and beach chairs.

16. Crystal Beach Hotel

Downtown Ocean City, 3.1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

James

AED 261

AED 292 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A multi-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a utility pole.

A coastal building with a sign indicating 'Ocean Lodge Parking Only'.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a toilet, and a walk-in shower.

17. Ocean Lodge Hotel North

Downtown Ocean City, 1.3 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Timothy

AED 3,669

AED 4,161 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A swimming pool with a 6-foot depth marker, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A building with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a flag.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a painting, and a large window.

18. Comfort Suites Ocean City West

West Ocean City, 2.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Julian

AED 261

AED 298 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A beachside view with white railings and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a view of the beach through a sliding glass door, and a balcony with chairs.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a neon sign, and a parking lot with several vehicles.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Paradise Plaza Inn

Downtown Ocean City, 1.3 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Jeanne

AED 202

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A two-story building with a white facade, a balcony on the second floor, and multiple flags including the American flag.

A covered porch with white railings and chairs, overlooking a street with buildings and parked cars.

A compact hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, a dresser, a TV, and a lamp.

A two-story building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

20. Ocean Lodge Hotel South

Downtown Ocean City, 1.3 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Clifford

AED 3,669

AED 4,161 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,447 reviews	View
Park Place Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,174 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Ocean City West	9.2 Wonderful 900 reviews	View
Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,230 reviews	View
Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It or Not! Hotel Reviews

Plim Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Todo muy bien"

The Americana Hotel

8/10 Good

"The only problem I had with this stay was Ac was not that cold but other than that everything was fine."

Hotel Monte Carlo Ocean City

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was great. The front desk person was awesome. They were helpful and we're able to answer all our questions. The room was small but comfortable. Only suggestion would be to move the TV to a swivel mount but other than that no issues at all."

Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"There was no mention of a $250 deposit. It would have been nice for the amount to have been disclosed in the booking."

Beach Bum Inn

8/10 Good

"Just wanted a place to stay to see corvettes and it worked perfectly at good price if w a new knee didn’t have to walk up 2 flights of stairs w luggage, It would have been a great stay. I had asked for a ground floor room"

🏖️FABULOUS Boardwalk Oceanfront unit, Pool, Gym, Gated Parking🏖️

10/10 Excellent

"My mom and here 2 friends had the best time, the only issue they had was working the tv in the bedrooms, otherwise they had a great time Thank you"

4 Bed W/ Pool Steps to the Beach/Ride

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for Oceans Calling 2026 (RIP). Location is perfect. Walkable to all our favorite OC bars and only like 5 minute walk to 2 festival entrances. The unit is spacious and feels like a family home (in a good way!). A/c was good, beds comfy, and the covered parking is the cherry on top. Will stay again when in the area for sure."

Oceanfront and Boardwalk luxury condo - 705

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and great location!"

Oceanfront Condo on the Boardwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice. Clean which is the most important to me The only thing I would include in listing is there are stairs It was not a problem for us but I see where it could be for others. We also had a difficult time finding place because there was a do not enter sign going in to where we were to park. I may have missed that information from your directions Otherwise it was comfortable clean and in a great spot if you like the board walk !"

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It or Not!

A vibrant amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a prize factory, and various rides and attractions.

Jolly Roger at the Pier

8.4/10 (2,874 reviews)

Bring the family to Jolly Roger at the Pier and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Ocean City. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this walkable area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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A roller coaster and a Ferris wheel at an amusement park.

Trimper's Rides

8.2/10 (882 reviews)

Bring your family to Trimper's Rides and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Ocean City. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this walkable area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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A coastal cityscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and high-rise buildings.

Ocean City Beach

9.2/10 (10,973 reviews)

Head over to Ocean City Beach, a favorite beach in Ocean City to enjoy the surf and sand, along with surfing. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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A boardwalk entrance with a sign reading "Boardwalk Maryland" and two lighthouse-style structures.

Ocean City Boardwalk

9.0/10 (11,302 reviews)

Ocean City Boardwalk is just one of the places to see in Ocean City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.

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A wooden pier with a sign advertising fishing pier services, including ice, gifts, rod rental, bait, tackle, snacks, and cold drinks.

Oceanic Fishing Pier

8.8/10 (24 reviews)

After visiting Oceanic Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ocean City. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this walkable area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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A U.S. Life-Saving Station building with a white exterior and green shutters.

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum

8.4/10 (56 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum in Ocean City. Discover the beautiful sunrises in this walkable area, or enjoy its golf courses.

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A wooden boardwalk by a body of water with binoculars and a bench.

Inlet Park

8.6/10 (1,457 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Inlet Park and enjoy the golf courses in Ocean City. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunrises.

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Sunset Park

7.0/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Sunset Park and enjoy the golf courses in Ocean City. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It or Not!?

Ripley's Believe It or Not! is located in a walkable area of Ocean City known for its beautiful ocean views and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 531 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Ripley's Believe It or Not!?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Gateway Hotel & Suites Ocean City, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and private balconies. Other good options within a short distance include Plim Plaza Hotel and Majestic Hotel & Apartments.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Ripley's Believe It or Not!?

Expedia has 531 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It or Not!.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It or Not!, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Ripley's Believe It or Not!.

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What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It or Not!?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Inlet Park and Sunset Park. Be sure to get some family photos at Jolly Roger at the Pier, Trimper's Rides, and Fun City Arcade while you're out sightseeing near Ripley's Believe It or Not!. Surround yourself with nature at Ocean City Beach, Ocean City Inlet, and Isle of Wight Bay.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It or Not! hotels

1. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City by IHG

2. Park Place Hotel

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocean City West

4. Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel by Wyndham Ocean City Oceanfront

5. Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront

6. Grand Hotel Ocean City Oceanfront

7. Hyatt Place Ocean City / Oceanfront

8. Comfort Inn Ocean City Boardwalk

9. Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

10. Commander Hotel & Suites

11. Mainstay Suites Ocean City West

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocean City

13. The Wellington Hotel & Suites Oceanblock

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Ocean City by IHG

15. Beach Bum Inn

16. Crystal Beach Hotel

17. Ocean Lodge Hotel North

18. Comfort Suites Ocean City West

19. Paradise Plaza Inn

20. Ocean Lodge Hotel South

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Top Ripley's Believe It or Not! Hotel Reviews

Plim Plaza Hotel

The Americana Hotel

Hotel Monte Carlo Ocean City

Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront

Beach Bum Inn

🏖️FABULOUS Boardwalk Oceanfront unit, Pool, Gym, Gated Parking🏖️

4 Bed W/ Pool Steps to the Beach/Ride

Oceanfront and Boardwalk luxury condo - 705

Oceanfront Condo on the Boardwalk

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Jolly Roger at the Pier

Trimper's Rides

Ocean City Beach

Ocean City Boardwalk

Oceanic Fishing Pier

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum

Inlet Park

Sunset Park

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