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Ocean City in Cape May County, New Jersey, is known as a family seaside holiday resort boasting miles of guarded beaches and boardwalk and a charming downtown area. Frequently ranked as one of New Jersey's top family beach destinations, it is often referred to as 'America's Greatest Resort'. As such, many of the hotels Ocean City offer are ideally suited to family groups and with a variety of budget and economy hotels to luxurious establishments as well as many rental houses and condos, all vacationers will find perfectly suited accommodation.
Ocean City started life as a summer fishing ground for the local Native Americans and was subsequently used as a staging spot for whaling operations. The city itself was laid out towards the end of the 19th century by a group of Methodist ministers who sort to establish a Christian retreat. They gave the city its present name and built the Ocean City Tabernacle. Not long after, the first bridge and rail connection to the mainland were built. It was from these simple beginnings that the town grew rapidly to the lovely resort town that it is today.
The hotels Ocean City offer are easily access by many routes. Situated only 20 minutes from Atlantic City, 70 minutes from Philadelphia and about two hours from New York, little vacation time is wasted in actually getting to the desired destination. For guests arriving from further afield, the international airports at Atlantic City and Philadelphia and are well connected by bus and train routes and of course, the city is easily access by car although parking during the summer months can become expensive. Being a very small city, most destinations are easily reached by cycle or foot.
Many of the hotels Ocean City offer are situated right on the boardwalk or a block or two further back. Providing stunning Atlantic Ocean views from patios, terraces and guest rooms, family owned hotels welcome guests like old friends with open arms and uncomplicated hospitality. Old charm with wrap-around porches take guests back in time when time was a-plenty, and full of grace and dignity. The Georgian Hotel, for example, offers old-world comfort with modern convenience and affordable rates and is one of many that are perfect for families. The Beach Club is situated right on the boardwalk and the lively yet peaceful ambiance attracts the same guests back each summer season.
These Ocean City hotels also offer easy access to all the city has to offer including, off course, the stunning beaches which are perfect for a day in the sun. Jet ski and kayak rentals, charter fishing, boat rides and parasailing are just a few of the leisure opportunities that Ocean City Hotels provide. Bike or surrey rental is a great way to get around while the boardwalk is full of shops, restaurants and has designated lanes for joggers, walkers and cyclists. Here also guests can enjoy water and theme parks, mini golf, parades, car shows and seafood festivals. The 9th Street Music Pier hosts many concerts and other events while many opportunities including the Atlantic Faraway are offered to ecotourists to enjoy the wild life and abundant sea birdlife.
Nightlife here is relatively quite since this is primarily a family resort. However, just 15 min away is the glitter and excitement of Atlantic City while historic Cape May sights are in close proximity. Evenings on Ashbury Avenue also provide fun-filled nights of dancing and music while the Bayside Center is a perfect place to watch the sunset.
A variety of guest room types is on offer from daily studios with queen-size beds and sofas to two bedroom apartments and penthouse suites. These include two bedrooms with king-size beds and queen-size sofas, a kitchen and two bathrooms. Other guest rooms include a color TV with a remote, air conditioning, microwaves and fridges and an outdoor gas grill. Non-smoking rooms, daily maid service, vending and ice machines and laundry rooms are also made available to all guests.
Some of the hotels Ocean City offer includes morning coffee and breakfast while others also have first-class restaurants. However, the city abounds with eateries providing anything from stunning seafood buffets to steakhouses and burgers places. The Café Beach Club serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with patio dining options available.
Heated swimming pool sand poolside cafes are favorite places for all members of the family at the hotels Ocean City offer. Some even include state-of-the-art fitness centers and luxurious day spas that are guaranteed to refresh and invigorate and restore a sense of tranquility and calmness. A business center and high-speed internet access ensures that guests can keep up to date with the outside world while complimentary beach tags, free parking and gift shops take the pressure off.
The Port-O-Call hotel is one of the hotels Ocean City offers that provides meeting space perfect for any gathering of 10-100 guests. Providing audio-visual equipment, data points and Wi-Fi internet, qualified staff will assist with all the details to ensure a successful outcome of any event or function.
The hotels Ocean City offer are varied in both design and facilities. What they all have in common though, is the warm welcome by the hosts, simple hospitality and they provide a family friendly environment. There is no better place to enjoy a holiday at the seaside than from one of these enchanting hotels that will have guests returning time and time again.
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