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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, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

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

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

View all photos for Ground Floor - Tub

Ground Floor - Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ground Floor - Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Second Floor - Shower

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

Second Floor - Shower

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Third Floor - Shower

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

Third Floor - Shower

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Indian Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bottle & Cork - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 40 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 62 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Dewey Post - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Surf Shanty Motel

The Surf Shanty Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Dewey Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and Cape Henlopen State Park 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
    • Limited onsite parking (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 9-minute walk from Bottle & Cork and 12 minutes' walk from Delaware Seashore State Park. 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

10

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is located very close to the beach with easy access and a short walk to various restaurants and beach activities. (58 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

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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean, staff was great, close to the beach.
Edward, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fun motel near beach, always clean and friendly staff!
Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great location and staff super friendly.
Steven, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff
Agnieszka, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is always super nice. Hotel is quiet, clean, and in a good location. Stayed here 3 times now and always had a good experience l.
Mihalis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room is clean , bed is comfortable , location is good, close to beach and shops, will come back
Catherine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and convenient with close access to beach and restaurants.
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!

Great location. Cute decor. Convenient check in and out.
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean property. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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8/10 Very good

The hotel was clean and the staff were very helpful. The only negative was there was no closet to hang our dresses. We came for a wedding and it would have been nice to have somewhere to hang out gowns. Other than than that we enjoyed our stay.
kimberly, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

loved staying here.. great location, can’t wait to be back!
Josselyn, 2-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.

We had a great experience staying at Surf Shanty Motel! Our room was very nice and super clean. The manager was super friendly and helpful. Great location and we’ll definitely stay here again!!
Libby, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Surf Shanty Love

The staff is always the best. Perfect location. Friendly and we love staying here. Will be back again!
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Effecient

Easy check in. Great location. Safe and welcoming
Jodie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the added little touches to the room…color variation in decor! Loved the sound machine too! Very comfortable & clean! Would absolutely recommend this property! Could walk to various restaurants & beach! Easy drive to Rehoboth boardwalk.
Jodi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy, parking very good in a crowded beach town. Room was simple but well appointed.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a great stay at the Surf Shanty! This was my first time staying here and I will definitely be back. Everything was perfect; quiet area, walkable, safe, bikes available, clean, easy access to the ice machine. I have come to Dewey every year for the past 20 years and this has become a new favorite motel. Highly recommend.
Katelyn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our time at the Surf Shanty - very clean, comfortable, modern, and amazing location!
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and staff is very friendly - everything you need for a quick beach trip
Alexis, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Perfect location
Curt, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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