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The Waves

136th St. and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD
The Waves
Ranked #99 of 104 hotels in Ocean City
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2012

I stayed the week of August 12 - 19th at the WAVES and the apartment are very spacious; however, when I pulled the blanket back off the bed it was a big pee stain on the blanket. I brought my own linen and I even washed their blanket at the laundrymat down the street. It was explained to me when... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2012 via mobile

I had read the others reviews of the hotel before staying at The Waves for senior week and became very nervous. My mom had called to ask about the "scam" several of them mentioned and the woman on the phone had calmed most of our fears so we had assumed the reviews were just a few kids exaggerating their experience.... More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2012

First, I do not condone underage drinking. That being said, I know that no matter how much we speak to our teenagers, they usually do drink when down for senior week. Someone pointed out these reviews before our kids went to the beach for senior week. I called ECM because I was very concerned about "security" entering rooms without anyone... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011

I stayed at the Waves for a week at the end of June. I was a bit skeptical due to the ratings, but reasonably optimistic. The stay was fine. It was definitely roomy, plenty of space for four adults and two kids, my brother and his girlfriend even stayed with us for a night and it was still comfy. The... More

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Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 July 2011

We rented a timeshare. The Waves is easy to find and set along the Coastal Highway. When we arrived the impression was a worn unit, yet spacious. It was very clean. We were very comfortable throughout the week with easy access to the beach and amenities. I really liked the indoor pool. The beds made for a good nights sleep.... More

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Mexico City, Mexico
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2011

We get there and everyone is very nice they tell us to be safe etc. we walk in and the place smells there was a stench of i dont even know and the bed count was a lie. Our doors in there were broken already and sheets/blankets smelt bad. So a great start, on top of that the same story... More

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Downingtown, Pennsylvania
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2010

The place was big and clean and decorated nicely. Did it have the view that we dream of? No, but I knew that going in. It was ocean side, which I want with young kids. It was close to the beach. It had the amenities that I need (Central Air, Washer/Dryer, Kitchen, Beds). Really, what do you use a condo... More

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pasadena
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2010

first night at around 1 am all 7 of us were awaken by 4 fake cops who i guess worked security for the waves. they brought us all into the living room n one said there here b/c of a noise complaint (even though we were all sleeping) another said they smelled weed, and another said they looked into our... More

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White Marsh, MD
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2009

The Waves is a timeshare condo that is aging but provides the size of an apartment for a reasonable price. Renting the same size condo at a hotel would probably cost you twice as much. It has the comforts of home like a full kitchen and washer/dryer. It's good for families rather than teens/young adults. The swimming pool is enclosed... More

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rhcpgemini
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2009

My family and I normally stay at another timeshare in Ocean City. We needed a 3 bedroom and our original place did not have any available so we switched to The Waves. There is a large wraparound balcony that everyone shares. The view is a busy street. The beach is literally a block away...very short walk..that was nice. The rooms... More

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Also Known As:
The Waves Hotel
The Waves Hotel Ocean City
Waves Ocean City
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Address: 136th St. and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD
Region: United States > Maryland > Ocean City
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Ranked #99 of 104 hotels in Ocean City

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