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The Surf Shanty Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Dewey Beach
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Second Floor - Shower
Exterior
Front of property
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Beach nearby, 20 beach bars

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
21 Van Dyke Ave, Dewey Beach, DE, 19971
  • Dewey Beach Parasail
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Dewey Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Indian Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Room options

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Third Floor - Shower

Third Floor - Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ground Floor - Tub

Ground Floor - Tub

Highlights

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

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Second Floor - Shower

Second Floor - Shower

Highlights

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

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About the area

Dewey Beach

At The Surf Shanty Motel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Dewey Beach and within 15 minutes of Delaware Seashore State Park. Highlights at this motel include 20 beach bars and in-room free WiFi. .With a stay at this Dewey Beach motel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Rehoboth Beach and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Funland.
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What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 3 min walk
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 12 min walk
  • Tanger Outlets - 5 min drive
  • Funland - 6 min drive
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 35 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

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Dewey Beach
The Surf Shanty Motel offers its guests express check-out. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 20 beach bars. The front desk is open around the clock. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Dewey Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 20 bars on the beach
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
The Surf Shanty Motel offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and designer toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • 20 beach bars

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Yep, The Surf Shanty Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The Surf Shanty Motel?

Yep, The Surf Shanty Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Dewey Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Surf Shanty Motel?

No, The Surf Shanty Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Surf Shanty Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Surf Shanty Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 236 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 236 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 236 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 236 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 236 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden jem.
Great place. Lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

charles, bethesda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach, restaurants/nightlife, and just across the street from Dewey Post for breakfast and coffee. Appears to be recently renovated, rooms were cute and clean. Check info sent ahead of time, so got to go straight to room on arrival. Wi-Fi wasn’t fantastic but good enough for basic use.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property 👌.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay over a busy October weekend. Andre, the manager, was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Rooms have a cute surfing, beach theme. Rooms were clean with strong AC. BEDS WERE comfortable with lots of pillows:). Would recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property manager was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property just steps from the beach. Rooms are immaculate and staff is extremely accommodating. Thank you Andre and staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mihalis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice and easy to get in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, from the customer service of the manager to the condition of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josselyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved staying here.. great location, can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, really enjoyed our 2 nights here. Loved the bikes available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was cute, cozy and clean. Great location. Ample parking. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024