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Bayside rooms overlook Isle of Wight or Assawoman Bay with calmer water and often sunset-facing balconies. You may cross Coastal Highway to reach the guarded ocean beach—typically a five- to ten-minute walk.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Maryland Coastal Bays Program
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
