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The Surf Shanty Motel

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

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Beach nearby, 20 beach bars
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Front of property
Ground Floor - Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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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Tonight

Sep 19 - Sep 20
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Tomorrow

Sep 20 - Sep 21
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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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Ground Floor - Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ground Floor - Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 275 sq ft
  • 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
  • 275 sq ft
  • 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
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bottle & Cork - ‬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.

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's prime location offers a short walk to the beach and the bay, making it an ideal spot for a beach getaway. (54 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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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Effecient

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean , quiet and convenient to the beach. Would highly recommend and repeat
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay; second time. Quiet spot with friendly staff. Super clean and less than a 2 min walk onto the beach. Plenty to eat and drink within walking distance. Will be back.
Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the perfect hotel for a weekend getaway.
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weather was decent. The stay was the highlight of the trip
Brandon, 3-night trip

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

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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Cute motel, great location

Location can’t be beat. Friendly staff. Nice to have access to bikes. We stayed there a couple of nights. The room doesn’t have many drawer space or a closet so that might have annoyed me as I like to put my clothes in drawers or hang them up on longer stays. There was a coat rack that was handy to have to hang clothing on. Only complaint is that the walls are thin. I had to keep the TV on at night to drown out the footsteps/noise from the room directly above or next door. Would definitely stay here again!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!
Tobias, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Tara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Great location and good service
Don, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden jem.

Great place. Lovely.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Stay in Dewey

Absolutely loved our stay here. The hotel is quaint and very clean. Walkable to many restaurants and the beach and bay. Would definitely book again.
Kate, 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

Great spot, simple but clean and easy….
James, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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