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The Surf Shanty Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with 20 beach bars, near Dewey Beach

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Second Floor - Shower | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi
Front of property
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Exterior
Just steps from Dewey Beach, The Surf Shanty Motel offers a laid-back beach vibe with 20 beach bars nearby. Connect to WiFi, grab a bike and ride along the coast or unwind in the motel's smoke-free premises.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Near the beach
  • 20 beach bars
  • Free use of bicycles

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge

Room options

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Third Floor - Shower | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Third Floor - Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ground Floor - Tub | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Ground Floor - Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Second Floor - Shower | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Second Floor - Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Van Dyke Ave, Dewey Beach, DE, 19971

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Funland - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 35 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 46 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wings To Go - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Surf Shanty Motel

The Surf Shanty Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and Rehoboth Beach. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Cape Henlopen State Park and Bethany Beach Boardwalk are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 20 beach bars

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

The Surf Shanty Motel Motel
The Surf Shanty Motel Dewey Beach
The Surf Shanty Motel Motel Dewey Beach

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Surf Shanty Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The Surf Shanty Motel also has 20 beach bars.

What's the area around The Surf Shanty Motel like?

The Surf Shanty Motel is located near Dewey Beach, just a short 12-minute walk from Delaware Seashore State Park and 20 minutes' walk from Silver Lake. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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The Surf Shanty Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Beach
Location
Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Biking
Amenities
Bar
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The beach is within a 2-minute walk from the property, offering easy access to the shore and nearby amenities. (46 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near good restaurants. (3 reviews)
  • The property offers convenient and accommodating parking, with free parking spots and flexible check-in and check-out arrangements. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Property was amazing, clean, right near the beach and everything you need for your stay !
victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Room is clean , bed is comfortable , location is good, close to beach and shops, will come back
Catherine, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Surf Shanty was a great small hotel, close to everything Dewey Beach has to offer, but still tucked away that it wasn’t as noisy as some other hotels we’ve stayed at. Staff was very friendly. Beds and pillows were super comfortable.
Lani, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and friendly staff
Agnieszka, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place to stay, the rooms are very clean and modern. The location of this motel was perfect. The staff was extremely friendly. I really enjoyed my stay.
Erika, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Room was clean and location is great. Easy access to beach and several restaurants with live music in the evening. On site manager is super friendly and can provide recommendations to new visitors.
Steven, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I am so glad I chose Surf Shanty to stay at! The man at the front desk was so nice and helpful upon checking in. The location was perfect! Less than a block to the beach, on the quieter end of the strip but still walkable to everything. The room was clean and you can tell they put thought into this hotel. All the colors and decor are cohesive and beachy. There is an outdoor shower to rinse the sand off before going back to your room. The beds are super comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Amber, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Very well kept clean property. Excellent location to the beach and dinning close by. A few minor inconvenience. A place to hang a wet bathing suit or towel. No place to unpack your clothes. No microwave but overall very nice for a short stay.
Bob, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best beach vacation stay.

The hotel was clean, quiet, right ny the beach and staff was amazing. My family loved it. ANDRE was very helpful with what ever we needed.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing!!
Tobias, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice remodel of an older property. Great Location. Steps from the beach or restuarants.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Definitely will be back!

Loved loved LOVED it! This motel is about 150-200 steps from the beach. It was perfect for our stay. The manager was attentive and helpful. The rooms were super clean and the beds were so comfortable. I slept so well here. Definitely will be back!
Ronnyne, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

loved staying here.. great location, can’t wait to be back!
Josselyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay!
Tara, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The place was cute, cozy and clean. Great location. Ample parking. Would stay here again.
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and good service
Don, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, very clean, really enjoyed our 2 nights here. Loved the bikes available
Jennifer, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Perfect location
Curt, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great, from the customer service of the manager to the condition of the rooms.
Lori, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location. Nice and easy to get in and out
Mihalis, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love this place! Will definitely be back.
Kayla, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The place was very clean, cozy and comfortable. The manager, Andre was very professional, personable, and helpful. We had a great time and will definitely stay again.
Monica, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay! Highly recommend.
Terry, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and quiet! Friendly staff. Loved our stay here!
AMBER, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay. Would stay again.
Matthew, 2-night trip