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    Francis Scott Key Family Resort

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    12806 Ocean Gtwy, Ocean City, MD 21842-9546
    (410) 267-3998
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    4.5
    1,089 reviews
    • Excellent55%
    • Very good30%
    • Average8%
    • Poor4%
    • Terrible3%
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    “pirate ship”(106 reviews)
    “mini golf”(128 reviews)
    “shuttle bus”(46 reviews)
    Free Wifi
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    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Budget Friendly Family Fun

    Our hearts were set on a beach vacation for spring break and when we saw snow in the forecast Francis Scott Key seemed the place to be! We still got to at least wear our swim suits. The rooms were not that special and were...More

    Thank dena f
    Response from fskinoc, General Manager at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for your kind comments we do try to provide an affordable, fun experience for our guests while vacationing especially in the off-season. I am sorry about the noise, yes some buildings closer to the pool struggle with noise around the 10 pm wind...More

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    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

    3  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 via mobile
    Wonderful Place

    My family loves coming here, everything I need is right at my foot step. We will continue to return. Staff are very helpful and nice. Looking forward to summer. This is a great family resort, and location cant beat.More

    Thank Missy C
    Response from fskinoc, General Manager at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 6 days ago

    Thank you Missy C for taking the time to submit your review. We are happy to have such great guests that return to us again and again. We are looking forward to seeing you in the summer as well and thank you again for the...More

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Best Trip Ever

    Have to say Francis Scott Key is the place to stay. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Lots to do right there at the hotel if you have small children. Rooms are very clean and comfortable. Each room has a mini refrigerator, cable TV, internet.

    2  Thank Sherry S
    Response from fskinoc, General Manager at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you Sherry S for such a nice review. We value you as a guest at our resort and are pleased to know you left satisfied. We hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Heather Brunning General Manager

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Weekend Getaway for the kids

    This location was great for my boys they absolutely loved the experience. The staff was really nice. I especially enjoy that the concession stand also catered to the adults (they have very TASTY DRINKS). The pool area was clean I had no complaints and they...More

    Thank Mickee D
    Response from fskinoc, General Manager at Francis Scott Key Family ResortResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We have said many times that our goal is to provide affordable, clean rooms and amenities to enjoy for the entire family. Our concession stand has become a popular asset to the indoor pool area...More

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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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    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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    "Francis Scott Key Hotel has the most to offer for a hotel and the best place to stay with a lot to do right..."
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    "So you dont have to walk for ask for the building closest to the indoor pool"
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    "Building with the pool. You won’t have to be outside in the cold getting to the pool. Awesome"
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    "rooms is clean and big for family of 4. Get a room that is easy access to the pool"
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