The Best Hotels in Central, Atlantic City - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Scarborough Inn	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 93 reviews	View
Coastal Chateau	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Biscayne Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Watson's Regency Suites	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 730 reviews	View
Harris House By the Beach	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 638 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central

Find the best Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A beach with a pier and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Midtown South

If you're spending some time in Midtown South, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Hard Rock Casino Atlantic City are top sights worth seeing.

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A large Ferris wheel at night with colorful lights, surrounded by carnival rides and a ticket booth.

Downtown Ocean City

While visiting Downtown Ocean City, you might make a stop by sights like Ocean City Boardwalk and Pirate Island Golf.

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A wooden boardwalk with a lamp post, trash bins, and flower pots by the ocean.

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Ocean City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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A casino with a tropical theme, including a large illuminated tower and a beach area with sand and grass.

Chelsea

If you're spending some time in Chelsea, Atlantic City Boardwalk and Tropicana Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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18th - 34th

If you're spending some time in 18th - 34th, Ocean City Beach and Discovery Seashell Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Central Hotel Reviews

Impala Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to the family on vacation."

Watson's Regency Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very accommodating, friendly, attentive. Parking area is good. Pool area is clean with pool towel provided. Hotel room is excellent everything is provided. Walking distance to boardwalk and beach area. Housekeeping is helpful. Would recommend to others about this hotel. Would come back again. Thank you."

Sifting Sands Motel

8/10 Good

"I really enjoyed my stay at Sifting Sands and was pleasantly surprised that it fit out needs so well. The hotel is not updated but it did have great amenities and in a great location. Being in OCNJ we did not spend much time there so it was basically only to sleep. My only negative comment was that there was a lot of mold in the bathroom shower. Overall, a good stay."

The Coral Sands Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We normally stay at rental properties when on vacation however this time decided to go with a hotel so obvious differences knowing that it wasn't going to be as nice. Did not expect any larger furnishings like couch or dining table so it was ok that it did not have those things. I think for a hotel was nice and clean. Positive: Very close to beach and boardwalk and shopping area. Nice staff, rented 2 rooms and were next to each other with joining inside doors. Also allow pets although we do not bring our pets but good to know. Negative: small bathrooms, tight parking although do have additional parking lot. Overall would stay here again for shorter stays and recommend for others however would prefer a rental home instead due to personal preference of wanting more rooms with household furnishings for comfort during weeklong stays."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Ocean City's Central neighbourhood. Are you looking for Central travel tips? Make sure that you visit Playland's Castaway Cove and Ocean City Boardwalk while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Central?

Based on our traveller data, Ocean's Edge Luxury Rentals is one of the top choices for your stay in Central. This apartment is a short 2-minute walk from Ocean City Boardwalk, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchens. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Forum and Ocean 7.

How many hotels are there in the Central area?

Expedia has 666 hotels and other accommodation options in Central to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Ocean City area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Central.

What is there to do in this Ocean City neighbourhood?

Playland's Castaway Cove, OC Waterpark and Pirate Island Golf are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Central. You could also plan a visit to Ocean City Boardwalk or Ocean City Beach while you're in the neighbourhood. Jilly's Arcade, Congo Falls Adventure Golf and Medieval Fantasy Mini Golf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central. When you're sightseeing in Ocean City, Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge and Haunted Golf are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Central hotels

1. The Linda Grande Hotel

2. Sifting Sands Motel

3. The Cove

4. The Coral Sands Motel

5. The Surf Club

6. Biscayne Suites

7. Harris House By the Beach

8. Scarborough Inn

9. The Atlantic, BW Signature Collection

10. The Forum

11. Impala Island Inn

12. Ocean's Edge Luxury Rentals

13. Centrally Located Ocean City Apt < 1 Mi to Beaches

14. Watson's Regency Suites

15. Ocean Manor Inn

16. Wild Dunes Inn

17. Ocean 7

18. Ebb Tide Suites

19. The Flanders Hotel

20. Coastal Chateau

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Where to stay in Central

Midtown South

Downtown Ocean City

North End

Chelsea

18th - 34th

Top Central Hotel Reviews

Impala Island Inn

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