Harris House by the Beach is a motel in Ocean City, New Jersey, situated directly on the boardwalk and steps from the beach. The property offers a beachfront setting and several amenities for guests. It provides a 24-hour front desk for assistance.
Should you book Harris House by the Beach?
Expect a motel experience with direct beach access, a pool, and complimentary parking.
Best for
- Beachfront location
- Family stays
- Free parking
Maybe not ideal for
- Motel-style accommodations
Beachfront setting
Located at 12th Street and the boardwalk, this motel offers direct access to the beach and promenade. Enjoy the sun and sand just moments from your room.
Pool and parking
Guests can utilize the outdoor swimming pool. The property provides free parking, with one complimentary spot allocated per room.
Room amenities
Rooms come with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A seating area is also included.
Rooms & rates
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
26.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Private pool · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private pool
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
1201 Ocean Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226, United States, Ocean City, New Jersey
Harris House by the Beach is located in Ocean City, New Jersey.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Binoculars at 0.1 mi; the nearest bus station, Ocean City Transportation Center, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Binocularsviewpoint0.1 mi
- Playland's Castaway Covetheme park0.2 mi
- Mark Soifer Parkpark0.4 mi
- OC Waterparktheme park0.5 mi
- Ocean City Historical Museummuseum0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 381 guest reviews
Harris House by the Beach earns near-unanimous praise for its unbeatable location steps from the beach and boardwalk, combined with consistently clean rooms and welcoming staff. The main friction points are practical — no elevator, tight parking, and some guests finding the mattresses and pillows below par — but these rarely overshadow an otherwise very positive stay. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with most guests saying they would return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 26 · average 9.6
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: facilities, location, room
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the location of Harris House by the Beach?
The motel is located at the intersection of 12th Street and the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey, steps from the beach.
What type of rooms are available?
The hotel offers a Deluxe Queen Room with Two, featuring two queen beds and measuring 26.0 m².
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available, with one complimentary parking spot provided per room. Accessible parking is also offered.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The property features a 24-hour front desk, but specific check-in and check-out times are not detailed.
Are families welcome?
Yes, the hotel offers family rooms and includes amenities that cater to a family stay.
What attractions are nearby?
The Boardwalk and beach are 0.1 km away. Playland's Castaway Cove is 0.29 km away, and Binoculars viewpoint is 0.17 km away.
What is the price range for rooms?
The price from is $177.