Beach chairs

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Can anyone tell be how much I would expect to pay for beach chair and maybe umbrella rental for two near Howard Johnson Plaza hotel?? We’ll only be there two full days and not sure we want to bring our own chairs on this road trip.

Answer

If you stay near the (or in that general area), you absolutely can rent beach chairs and umbrellas for use on nearby public beaches instead of bringing your own — many locals and visitors do just that. The cost varies depending on the rental company and type of gear.

Here’s what you can expect to pay for a two-day rental for two people (chair + umbrella):

Basic Beach Chair (per chair): Rental prices are often around $10–$18 per chair/day.
Beach Umbrella (per umbrella): Typically about $10–$22 per umbrella/day in many cases.
Chair + Umbrella Combo: If you rent for both days, you’re likely looking at roughly $30–$45 per person total for two days (higher if you go with lounge-style chairs or a larger umbrella). Some lounge-chair packages run higher — roughly ~$50–$55 per chair/umbrella per day — but that includes more comfort/amenities.

Given you only need them for two days, many people find renting is worth the convenience rather than hauling chairs in and out of the car. If you want to save money and don’t mind simplicity, standard chairs + umbrella rental is usually under $25 per person per day. If you want a lounge-type chair with footrest and a large umbrella, expect to pay more — sometimes $50–60/day per set.

My suggestion (since you’ll only be there two full days):

Rent simple chairs + umbrella rather than lounge-style — it’s usually plenty comfortable for a short stay and much less expensive.
Call an Ocean City–area beach rental company (some deliver to hotels) ahead of time to reserve gear — can save hassle if it’s busy.
If you decide to rent, plan to pay about $40–$60 total for two days (per two-person set), which is often still cheaper than buying and hauling equipment.

Bottom line: yes — beach chairs and umbrella rentals are common near Howard Johnson/boardwalk area, and for a short 2-day stay, you can expect to spend roughly $20–$30 per person total for basic gear, more if you want premium lounge chairs. It’s a convenient and reasonably priced option if you don’t want to pack bulky items on your road trip.

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