Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants

What Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants does

Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants is a privately held hospitality management company headquartered in Ocean City, Maryland, that owns and operates a portfolio of 15+ hotel properties concentrated along the Ocean City beachfront and boardwalk corridor. The portfolio spans premium branded properties operating under franchise agreements with IHG (Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites), Hilton (Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites, DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront), Marriott (Courtyard by Marriott Ocean City), and Choice Hotels (Quality Inn Oceanfront, Quality Inn Boardwalk), alongside independent and boutique properties such as Dunes Suites, Dunes Court, Plim Plaza Hotel, Harrison Hall Hotel, Seabonay Motel, Oceanic Motel, Sandpiper Dunes, Surf Villas, The Penthouses at DoubleTree, Miramar Condominiums, and a SpringHill Suites under development. The company also operates a portfolio of food and beverage venues, including signature waterfront restaurant Harrison's Harbor Watch, The Wedge Bar & Grill at the inlet, and multiple hotel pool bars (The Original Pool Bar, Deep End, Mañana Mode, Sandshark, Caribbean Pool Bar), plus on-site restaurant Captain's Table and Marlin Moon.

The business generates revenue through three primary streams: (1) hotel accommodations sold via direct branded property websites, the OCMDHotels.com central portal, franchisor booking platforms (ihg.com, hilton.com, marriott.com), and third-party OTAs; (2) food and beverage operations across on-site restaurants, pool bars, and standalone restaurants serving both hotel guests and local/event visitors; and (3) event and group services coordinated through a dedicated Harrison Group Sales team (harrisongroupsales.com) handling corporate events, family reunions, weddings, and group travel celebrations. Marketing is driven through an owned content platform (OCMDHotels.com blog, webcams, event calendar, email newsletter) and event partnerships with major Ocean City festivals including Oceans Calling, Country Calling, OC Rock & Ride, and the White Marlin Open fishing tournament.

The company has no disclosed parent company, institutional investor, or public listing; it appears to be family/founder-operated. No AI/ML capabilities, patents, proprietary technology platforms, app, or API integrations are evidenced. Distribution is the core strategic asset, leveraging prime oceanfront real estate, multi-brand franchise relationships (validated by the 2024 IHG Torchbearer Award for Holiday Inn & Suites), and a concentrated single-destination footprint that supplies group sales with multi-property inventory for celebration and corporate accounts.

Name

Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants

Legal name

Harrison Group Hotels

Website

https://ocmdhotels.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Harrison Group is a private, family-operated hospitality company that owns and operates 15+ branded and independent hotels plus multiple restaurants in Ocean City, Maryland, serving leisure families, group celebrations, and corporate event clients through direct booking, franchisor channels, and dedicated group sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Resort Hotel and Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Accommodation (721), Traveler Accommodation (7211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011), Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH), Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels) (THAHAAAC)

Keywords

• Oceanfront hotel accommodations
• Resort hotel management
• Hospitality and lodging
• Hotel and restaurant operations
• Beach resort properties

Headquarters

HQ city

Ocean City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodations: The company generates revenue through room rentals across its portfolio of branded and independent hotels in Ocean City, Maryland, including branded properties under IHG (Holiday Inn), Hilton (DoubleTree, Hilton), and Marriott (Courtyard) franchises, as well as independently operated properties.
2. Food & Beverage Operations: Revenue from on-site restaurants, pool bars, and dining facilities including The Original Pool Bar at Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Deep End Pool Bar, Mañana Mode at Hilton, Sandshark Pool Bar, Caribbean Pool Bar, Harrison's Harbor Watch, The Wedge, Marlin Moon, Captain's Table, Coral Reef, and 32 Palm.
3. Event & Group Services: Corporate events, group travel celebrations, conferences, and retreats are served through Harrison Group Sales (harrisongroupsales.com), offering venue rentals, catering coordination, and event planning services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants operates a portfolio of 15+ hotel properties in Ocean City, Maryland, spanning branded franchises (Holiday Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton, Courtyard by Marriott, Quality Inn) and independent hotels along the oceanfront and boardwalk. The company complements lodging with on-site restaurants, pool bars, and dining venues, and offers dedicated group sales and event services for corporate retreats, family reunions, and group celebrations. The OCMDHotels.com platform serves as the central booking and information hub for the entire portfolio.

Product overview

Harrison Group Resort Hotels and Restaurants operates a portfolio of 16+ hotel properties in Ocean City, Maryland, including branded properties (Hilton, IHG, Marriott, Choice Hotels) and independent hotels. The company offers diverse accommodation types from efficiency rooms to luxury penthouses, complemented by on-site dining venues (pool bars, fine dining restaurants), event services for groups and corporate retreats, and the OCMDHotels.com digital booking platform. Properties span the Ocean City boardwalk and oceanfront locations, offering amenities including pools, fitness centers, beach access, and family-friendly activities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Harrison's Harbor Watch: Restaurant located at 806 S. Atlantic Avenue offering waterfront dining with views of the inlet, Assateague Island, and Atlantic Ocean.
• The Wedge Bar & Grill

Products and services

• Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites
• Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ocean City IHG-branded oceanfront hotel at 17th Street and Boardwalk featuring spacious suites with fully-equipped kitchens, indoor/outdoor pools, and on-site dining for families and groups.
• DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Oceanfront Hilton-branded property at 33rd Street with indoor/outdoor pools, Sandshark Pool Bar, mermaids poolside entertainment, and large group penthouse accommodations.
• Courtyard by Marriott Ocean City Oceanfront Marriott-branded hotel at 15th Street with direct beach access, boardwalk location, and on-site Captain's Table restaurant for business and leisure travelers.
• Holiday Inn Oceanfront IHG-branded oceanfront property at 67th Street featuring The Original Pool Bar, efficiency rooms with private balconies, and family-friendly amenities.
• Quality Inn Oceanfront Choice Hotels-branded hotel at 54th Street featuring a 5-story atrium with exotic birds and koi pond, tropical atmosphere, guarded beach, and Atrium Cafe dining.
• Quality Inn Boardwalk Choice Hotels-branded hotel at 17th Street with prime boardwalk location, within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and beach attractions.
• Dunes Suites Family-friendly independent oceanfront hotel at 27th Street with private balconies and sweeping views of the Atlantic coastline.
• Dunes Court Charming 3-story independent hotel at 27th Street offering a 1960s coastal vibe with updated modern conveniences for budget-conscious travelers.
• Plim Plaza Hotel Historic independent hotel at 2nd Street with front porch, oversized rocking chairs along the Boardwalk, and the Caribbean Pool Bar.
• Harrison Hall Hotel Historic independent oceanfront property at 15th Street located directly on beach and boardwalk near family attractions and amusements.
• Seabonay Motel Independent oceanfront motel at 27th Street with guarded beach access and pool amenities.
• Oceanic Motel Independent hotel at the Inlet offering unique simultaneous views of ocean, bay, and Assateague Island.
• Sandpiper Dunes Condo units at 58th Street combining hotel amenities with the privacy of an oceanfront condo for extended stays.
• Surf Villas Pet-friendly independent property at 54th Street offering one-bedroom apartment-style accommodations with resort hotel amenities.
• The Penthouses at DoubleTree Two large penthouse units at 33rd Street accommodating over 16 guests each, designed for large group stays and gatherings.
• Miramar Condominiums Oceanfront condominiums at 15th Street offering accommodations for romantic escapes or family and friend gatherings.
• The Original Pool Bar Iconic swim-up pool bar at Holiday Inn Oceanfront on 67th Street, featuring a renovated pool area, fire pits, and tropical drinks for hotel guests and visitors.
• Deep End Pool Bar Pool bar at Holiday Inn & Suites on 17th Street offering elevated Atlantic Ocean views, Caribbean-inspired fare, and tropical cocktails.
• Mañana Mode Poolside destination at Hilton Oceanfront Suites on 32nd Street featuring a swim-up bar, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and oceanfront scenery.
• Sandshark Pool Bar Pool bar at DoubleTree Ocean City offering cocktails, crushes, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers in a laid-back atmosphere.
• Caribbean Pool Bar Pool bar behind Plim Plaza Hotel on 2nd Street serving tropical vibes since 1996 with live music, frozen drinks, and a casual beach atmosphere.
• Harrison's Harbor Watch Restaurant at 806 S. Atlantic Avenue with panoramic views of the inlet, Assateague Island, and Atlantic Ocean, featuring local seafood including rockfish and lump-meat crab cakes.
• The Wedge Bar & Grill Restaurant at the end of the boardwalk overlooking the Inlet, offering Dewey award-winning craft beer and casual dining with ocean views.
• Group Sales & Event Services Corporate event planning and group travel celebration services including group room blocks, private dining, meet-and-greet events, activity planning, and event coordination for corporate retreats, family reunions, and celebrations.
• OCMDHotels.com Booking Platform Official booking and information platform for Harrison Group hotels featuring real-time availability, deals, events calendar, and webcams of Ocean City locations.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• IHG Hotels & Resorts (Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn & Suites)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHarrison Group operates Holiday Inn Oceanfront (67th Street) and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ocean City (17th Street) under IHG franchise agreements. The Holiday Inn & Suites won the prestigious 2024 IHG Torchbearer Award, placing it among the top-performing properties in IHG's global portfolio of more than 6,000 hotels.
• Hilton (Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites, DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean City)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHarrison Group operates Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites (32nd Street) and DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront (33rd Street) under Hilton franchise. Both properties feature extensive amenities including pools, on-site dining, and oceanfront locations.
• Marriott International (Courtyard by Marriott Ocean City)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHarrison Group operates Courtyard by Marriott Ocean City (15th Street & Boardwalk) under Marriott franchise agreement. Property features direct beach access, ocean views, and on-site Captain's Table restaurant.
• Choice Hotels (Quality Inn Oceanfront, Quality Inn Boardwalk)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHarrison Group operates Quality Inn Oceanfront (54th Street) and Quality Inn Boardwalk (17th Street) under Choice Hotels franchise. Properties offer oceanfront accommodations with various amenities including the Atrium Cafe.
• Harrison's Harbor WatchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRestaurant located at 806 S. Atlantic Avenue overlooking the inlet, featured prominently in OCMD Hotels event coverage and festival guides. Offers fresh local seafood, lump-meat crab cakes, and panoramic views of inlet, Assateague Island, and Atlantic Ocean. Serves as dining destination during major events like White Marlin Open, Oceans Calling, and Country Calling festivals.
• The Wedge Bar & GrillcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWaterfront bar and grill at the end of the boardwalk overlooking the Inlet. Featured during major festivals (Oceans Calling, Country Calling) with special event offerings including Dewey Beer Souvenir Cups. Offers casual dining with ocean views during White Marlin Open weigh-ins.
• Country Calling FestivalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual country music festival held along Ocean City Boardwalk. OCMD Hotels provides accommodation marketing and booking coordination for festival attendees, promoting nearby Harrison Group properties as preferred lodging options.
• Oceans Calling Music FestivalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerThree-day beachfront music festival featuring over 30 performances on 3 stages along the Ocean City Boardwalk. OCMD Hotels serves as official accommodation partner, promoting nearby properties and providing festival visitor guidance. Attracts 50,000+ attendees daily.
• OC Rock & Ride (formerly Bikefest)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual motorcycle festival drawing 160,000+ attendees over four days. OCMD Hotels provides accommodation recommendations and booking access for festival participants.
• White Marlin OpenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWorld's largest billfishing tournament awarding $7.2 million+ in prize money. OCMD Hotels promotes nearby accommodations and features Harrison's Harbor Watch and The Wedge as prime viewing locations for tournament weigh-ins.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Chesapeake Hospitality: Mid-Atlantic hotel management and development firm operating branded and independent hotels primarily in the Chesapeake region; comparable as a regional multi-property operator with similar geography and brand mix.

Others

• Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association (OCHMRA): Local Ocean City hospitality trade association representing hotel, motel, and restaurant operators; relevant as a peer ecosystem and demand-driver for the OCMD market in which Harrison Group operates.

Direct peers

• Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums: Iconic oceanfront resort on 118th Street in Ocean City featuring hotel rooms, condominiums, ice rink, and multiple restaurants; comparable as a large multi-product beachfront operator in the same OCMD market.
• Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort: Large oceanfront resort in Ocean City, MD offering suites, condos, and on-site dining; a direct competitor for full-service beachfront group, family, and event stays within the same trade area.
• Commander Hotel Group (formerly Atlantic Hotels): Multi-property hotel group operating several Ocean City, Maryland hotels including the Commander, Flagship, and Coconut Malorie; comparable as an independent multi-property OCMD operator with branded and independent flags.
• Castle in the Sand Hotel: Long-established multi-property operator in Ocean City, Maryland operating oceanfront hotels, a boardwalk bar, and multiple F&B venues; directly comparable as a family-run OCMD beachfront hotel and restaurant group competing in the same micro-market.

Broad incumbents

• TPG Hotels & Resorts: Hospitality management company operating full-service, select-service, and resort hotels under major brands across the US; comparable as a third-party operator of franchised beach and resort assets at greater scale.
• McKibbon Hospitality: Family-founded hotel management, development, and construction company operating branded and independent hotels across the Eastern US; comparable as a multi-brand franchise operator with a similar family-owned heritage.
• Driftwood Hospitality Management: National independent hotel owner/operator managing a portfolio of franchised and independent full-service and select-service hotels; comparable as a multi-brand franchise operator at greater scale across multiple markets.
• HP Hotels (Hospitality Partners): Third-party hotel management company operating full-service, select-service, and resort properties under Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Hyatt flags; comparable as a multi-brand franchise manager serving resort destinations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ocmdhotels
• Facebookfacebook.com/ocmdhotels
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/harrison-group-resort-hotels-and-restaurants

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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