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The Surf Shanty Motel

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

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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
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • 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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Ground Floor - Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ground Floor - Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Second Floor - Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Second Floor - Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Third Floor - Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Third Floor - Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 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 - 3.8 km
  • Funland - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 5 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
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dewey Post - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Surf Shanty Motel

The Surf Shanty Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Henlopen State Park and Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. 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 May - Lewes Ferry and Lewes Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

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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Reviews

The Surf Shanty Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a prime beach location with easy access to the beach and nearby restaurants. (56 reviews)
  • The property is close to good restaurants and offers an excellent dining experience. (4 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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Popular mentions

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Location
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Biking
Amenities
Bar
Family friendly

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

amazing place to stay- the staff was so friendly
Shendi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes yes & Yes , the wife and I enjoyed our stay, we were able to walk to everything , We used the free bikes to ride around , we enjoyed watching the sunrise just steps away on beach , relaxed looking at sunset over the bay around bay beach fire pit access the street . The room was super clean , great decor, we will be back next season, Great bands were playing around the corner at The bar on the bay ,
michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!

Great location. Cute decor. Convenient check in and out.
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff
Agnieszka, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and tucked away from the hubbub!

Just got back from our beautiful 2 night stay at the Surf Shanty. Whoever owns this hotel put a lot of love and creativity into refurbishing it. The rooms are beautifully done and there are many thoughtful little touches including Aveda products for the shower. Well lit inside and out and a compact little parking lot in front exclusively for quests. We found the beds to be comfortable, the shower hot, the AC cool, the TV big, and the hotel itself, quiet. Thank you for a great stay!
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, parking very good in a crowded beach town. Room was simple but well appointed.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Tara, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The only thing we didn't like is it didn't have an elevator. We had to walk to 3rd floor.
Judith, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and good service
Don, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

We were very pleased with this motel.
Teodora, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Liked the decor.
Ron, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and location! I’ll definitely come back!
Taren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New and clean room, quiet area and easy parking
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. The room was clean, parking was safe, and the owner was present to answer any questions we had. We plan to visit again next year!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were able to easily walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. Bikes were also available for use. Great stay!
Stacey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little motel in Dewey beach

We had a great time staying at Surf Shanty motel! The room was clean and very welcoming. We will definitely stay at this motel again!
Michele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay! Andre the manager is super hospitable, helpful, and welcoming. The room was very clean, neat, updated, quiet and near the beach. Our timing was great for weather and wasn't too busy yet for the summer season. .
philip, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small room great location

The size is small. New renovations and short walk to the beach and food.
Monyka, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and a quiet location. Staff was awesome. We will be back next year.
Christopher, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was great and recently redone. Staff was very friendly and its in a great location. Only slight thing is the walls are a little thin but its quiet at night.
Mihalis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Newly renovated immaculately clean. Very quiet. Smaller in size but location is perfect. Will definitely stay again!
Toni, 2-night trip