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      Francis Scott Key Family Resort

      1,065 Reviews
      #3 of 104 Hotels in Ocean City
      12806 Ocean Gtwy, Ocean City, MD 21842-9546
      (410) 983-6088
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      Overview
      4.5
      1,065 reviews
      • Excellent56%
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      Free Wifi
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      Family Rooms
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      1 - 5 of 1,059 reviews

      Reviewed 1 week ago
      GREAT stay! Pleasantly surprised in every instance.

      When I first arrived I wasn't sure about FSK, it looked a bit dated and I arrived for a biker rally so check in was a bit frenetic. When I checked into my room I laid down on one of the two queen size beds...More

      Thank Elephant-in-the-Hood
      Response from fskinoc, Owner at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 1 week ago

      Thank you! We believe that we offer a unique place for families to come and escape and we love when we are able to hit the mark with our guests! This year was our 45th year that our family has owned and operated the Francis...More

      Hotel's Favourite
      Reviewed 26 June 2017 via mobile
      LOVED IT!

      What a great place for a family vacation. This was our first time staying there, and we will definetly be back again before summer is over!! Our daughter loved the outdoor pool as well as the indoor pool. The visit with the mermaids made her...More

      2  Thank smfamily2016
      Response from fskinoc, Owner at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 27 June 2017

      We love that you loved your stay! The mermaid visits are always a great hit! We will look forward to your families next visit with us! Thank you for taking the time to write a review! Sincerely Annemarie Dickerson Owner

      Reviewed 1 week ago
      The staff

      It was nice to have the front desk greet me by my name when I came to check in. The room was always clean and the surroundings were nice. We always come to the car show in Ocean City and they have the room to...More

      Thank dcounterman
      Response from fskinoc, Owner at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 1 week ago

      We love our car show families ...and their amazing cars! We do have an incredible staff and we appreciate the shout out! See you again in May...or hopefully sooner! Sincerely Annemarie Dickerson Owner

      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      Great place to stay.

      This was our fourth time staying at the Francis Scott Key Resort. It gets better every time. Friendly staff, rooms are first class and grounds are kept beautiful. We are already booked for next year. Always look forward to our stay here in Ocean City...More

      Thank Scott O
      Response from fskinoc, Owner at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 1 week ago

      Thank you so much for your great review! We are proud of our staff and it really is rewarding to see them acknowledged in a review! We are blessed to have so many of our loyal guests return to their home away from home! See...More

      Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
      Nice family resort

      Stayed dec 29, great winter getaway. Grandchildren 5 and 10 loved the pool and meet and greet with Minor, including movie and snacks. Staff very nice and room was good with 2 beds and sleep sofa. Located on outskirts of Ocean city, across from outlet...More

      Thank Marsha B
      Response from fskinoc, Owner at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 3 weeks ago

      Thank you for your review! We love when our guests enjoy our hotel during every season! We have many great fall and winter theme weekends coming up...hope to see you all again soon! Sincerely Annemarie Dickerson Owner

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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Pool
      • Restaurant
      • Free Parking
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
      • Shuttle Bus Service
      • Laundry Service
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Self-Serve Laundry
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
      • Microwave
      • Refrigerator in room
      • Things to do
      • Pool
      • Restaurant
      • Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Hot Tub
      • Heated pool
      • Indoor pool
      • Outdoor pool
      Details
      • Price range
      • US$87 - US$207 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Hotel Style
      • #1 Top resorts Hotel in Ocean City
      • #2 Family Hotel in Ocean City
      • #7 Best Value Hotel in Ocean City
      • #9 Romantic Hotel in Ocean City
      • Room types
      • Kitchenette ,
      • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
      • Family Rooms ,
      • Accessible rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 232
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      • Location
      • United States >
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      • Ocean City
      • Also Known As
      • Francis Scott Key Family Hotel Ocean City ,
      • Francis Scott Key Motel ,
      • Francis Scott Key Hotel Ocean City Md
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      kerrisouza319
      5 August 2017|
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      Response from scoop35311 | Reviewed this property |
      Usually at 10 pm for the indoor pool. Sometimes the outdoor pool till 11 pm.
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      mylutka
      30 June 2017|
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      Response from JenL109 | Reviewed this property |
      No prob getting them on the shuttle and 1/2 block walk to the beach
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      Lemonsand
      3 May 2017|
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      Response from fskinoc | Property representative |
      We have children of all ages that enjoy the Francis Scott Key. We have mini golf, our indoor pool, and Shipwreck Cove pool, volleyball and basketball along with a stocked pond for fishing. The splash ground is the one... More
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      "2nd floor rooms are better if traveling with toddlers so that when it's naptime there is no noise from a..."
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      "Rooms on second floor are quieter, or you can choose one of the new cabins."
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      "I suggest the first floor with the kitchen option. Next year we may try one of the new cottages."
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      "avoid the main Building, rooms are small"
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