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12806 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, Maryland, United States, 21842
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Near the beach
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Rooms and Suites

The Francis Scott Key Family Resort offers Ranch Style rooms with two double beds or two double beds and a sleep sofa. Maryland and Pennsylvania buildings offer rooms that accommodate up to 4 or 6 guests. Rooms for up to 4 guests have two queen beds on the second floor. Rooms for up to 6 guests include two double beds with a sleeper sofa, or corner units with two queen beds and a sleeper sofa on the first or second floors. Delaware, Virginia, and Carolina buildings offer rooms that accommodate up to 4 or 6 guests. The Carolina building is located across from the Caribbean Key indoor pool near the rear of the property. New York, New Jersey, Ohio, and Florida rooms have full kitchens including a microwave, oven, full-size refrigerator, cookware, flatware, and flat screen televisions. The Florida building houses the Caribbean Key indoor pool. Vacation Homes 600-613 feature two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a full-size mattress and a pull-out trundle, plus a pull-out sofa, accommodating up to six guests. Vacation Homes 614-621, located on Elm Street, have two bedrooms, an open loft, and a living room, accommodating up to eight guests. Each unit includes a washer and dryer and a private deck patio overlooking a bridge walkway and fishing pond. All guest rooms have a refrigerator, en suite bathroom, and a TV with DVD player. Some rooms feature ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, a sitting area, and garden furniture. Bathrooms provide free toiletries. Kitchens include cookware and kitchen utensils. Rooms offer an AM/FM alarm clock, flat-screen TV, carpeted or parquet floors.

Dining and Concessions

The Francis Scott Key Family Resort has many fast dining options. The Surf Shack offers a limited menu for carry-out. The Snack Shack serves a concession menu with hot pizza, wings, tenders, ice cream, frozen drinks, sodas, and cocktails, located on the pool deck of the Caribbean Key Indoor Theme Pool. The Surf Shack pool bar hours are subject to management.

Leisure and Entertainment

The Francis Scott Key Family Resort features several pools and attractions, including mini-golf, a movie theater, and an arcade. The DE and VA buildings face the main quad area, which is home to the volleyball court, basketball court, outdoor pool, putt-putt course, and a centrally located laundry facility. Guests aged 16 and older can relax in the dinghy-themed hot tub. The property also offers a playground and activities for all ages. The free miniature golf course consists of 9 holes with a bridge over a stream, waterfall, octopus, cannon, skull cave, and treasure chest. Additional amenities include a fitness room, kids' playground, sand volleyball court, basketball court, picnic pavilion, DVD rentals, and a book nook. The Caribbean Key Indoor Theme Pool features a retractable roof. There is a car and boat washing station.

Location and Transportation

The Francis Scott Key Family Resort is located on Route 50 in Ocean City, Maryland, one mile from the beach and boardwalk and across from the Ocean City Tanger Outlets. Osvaldo Vieira International is 5 km away. The resort provides nearby access to a free county boat ramp. The property is near Sunset Park (1.5 km), Baja's Amusements (1 km), Paradise Watersports (1 km), Embers Island Mini Golf (3 km), Ocean City Inlet Jetty (2 km), Jolly Roger Amusement Park (3.5 km), Snapdragon (1 km), and Entry Park (1.5 km).

Services and Amenities

Francis Scott Key Family Resort offers free parking. The resort has accessible public entrance and routes from public entrance to the front desk, main Lobby restroom, guest rooms, restaurant and swimming pool. Restaurant contains accessible seating and pathways to accessible seating. The swimming pool includes self operating pool lift(s). There is an accessible fitness room and movie theater. There is accessible self parking for cars and vans and accessible shuttle buses. A shuttle service operates Memorial Day-Labor Day. Guests have access to wireless internet service and washers and dryers. Cribs are available at no extra charge. Cots are available for an additional cost of $25 per night, plus tax. The hotel is seasonal March-November, however extended stays are available in the off-season.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Sofa Bed
2 persons
33 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
28 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard King Room
2 persons
28 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Queen Room
2 persons
30 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre

Children

  • Cots
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Seasonal indoor pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

12806 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, Maryland, United States, 21842
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12806 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, Maryland, United States, 21842
Nearby
Grand Prix Family Amusement
540 m
Restaurants
Five Guys
1.1 km
12641-118 Ocean Gateway
Happy Chinese Restaurant
1.4 km
9936 Stephen Decatur Hwy #404
Explore West Ocean City
Local Highlights
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Baja's Amusements
16 minutes' walk
Family-friendly amusement park featuring rides, go-karts, and arcade games. Perfect for a day of fun.
Ocean City Boardwalk
25 minutes' walk
Famous boardwalk with shops, rides, and food stands. A staple of Ocean City for leisure and entertainment.
Ocean City Inlet Jetty
25 minutes' walk
Scenic spot ideal for fishing and breathtaking views of the ocean. A serene escape to enjoy nature.
Jolly Roger at the Pier
25 minutes' walk
Iconic amusement park and water rides, making it a great choice for thrill-seekers and families alike.
Paradise Watersports
14 minutes' walk
Watersports rentals including jet skiing and parasailing. An exciting way to explore the ocean.
Ocean City Paintball
11 minutes' walk
Exciting paintball facility offering outdoor combat games. Ideal for thrill-seekers with gear rentals on-site.
Homer Gudelsky Park
20 minutes' walk
Relaxing park with walking trails and picnic areas. Perfect for those seeking tranquility and leisure.
Frontier Town Wild West Show & Western Theme Park
15 minutes' drive
Family-friendly theme park with live shows and rides. Offers an entertaining glimpse into the Old West.
Five Guys
13 minutes' walk
Casual spot known for burgers and fries. Enjoy customizable burgers in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Happy Chinese Restaurant
18 minutes' walk
Cozy Chinese eatery with a wide selection of classic dishes. Popular for takeout and satisfying family meals.
Snagged
15 minutes' walk
Local seafood spot specializing in fresh catches and craft beer. A must-visit for seafood lovers.
Fisher's Caramel Corn
25 minutes' walk
Sweet and crunchy popcorn stand on the boardwalk. A perfect snack while enjoying a stroll by the sea.
Flagship Premium Cinemas
15 minutes' walk
Modern cinema showcasing the latest films with comfortable seating. Great for a relaxing evening out.
Sportland Arcade
20 minutes' walk
Fun arcade featuring a variety of games and prizes. Perfect family-friendly entertainment for all ages.
Ocean City Town Skate Park
20 minutes' walk
Popular skate park for skateboarding and BMX enthusiasts. A great venue for active visitors.
Trimper's
25 minutes' walk
Historical amusement park offering rides and games for all ages. A cherished part of Ocean City's entertainment.
Getting around
City Centre
West Ocean City24 min  ·  2.0 km
Airports
Osvaldo Vieira International (oxb)7 min  ·  4.1 km
Ocean City Municipal (kox)7 min  ·  4.1 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2010
Number of rooms:
197
Questions of the users
About Francis Scott Key Family Resort
Are the water play areas currently open for guests?
10 May 2024
The pools are open and ready for guests to enjoy.
Do the rooms come equipped with coffee-making facilities?
15 June 2024
Every room is equipped with a coffee maker for your convenience.
Is the resort welcoming out-of-town guests during the pandemic?
20 July 2024
The resort's current policy allows reservations from all guests. Activity restrictions are gradually being lifted.
Are all resort amenities included in the room rate?
25 August 2024
The amenities are included in the room rate, and the shuttle service is operating with limited capacity.
Can guests stay on the property after check-out to use the amenities?
30 September 2024
Check-out is at 11 AM, but guests may use amenities until 3 PM.
What are the seasonal hours for outdoor pool operations?
5 October 2024
The outdoor pool will remain open through September, weather permitting.
What restrictions on activities might be in place at the resort?
12 November 2024
Activity restrictions are being lifted gradually, but specifics will evolve week by week.
Is there a shuttle service available to take guests to the beach?
6 December 2024
Yes, the shuttle service operates during peak season, providing transportation to the beach and boardwalk.
Are kitchen utensils provided in the kitchenette rooms?
15 January 2025
Rooms with kitchenettes come complete with cookware and utensils for guest use.
Is there an additional charge for trailer parking on the property?
14 February 2025
Parking for trailers is typically free, but additional fees may apply during specific events.

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