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The Surf Shanty Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Dewey Beach

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
The Surf Shanty Motel, steps from Dewey Beach, offers a relaxed coastal vibe. Guests enjoy free WiFi, bike rentals for seaside exploration, and 20 beach bars nearby. The property is smoke-free for everyone's comfort.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Third Floor - Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ground Floor - Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Second Floor - Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Dewey Beach, The Surf Shanty Motel is near the beach. Shoppers can visit Tanger Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Dewey Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Funland. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a moped for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Dewey Beach.
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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

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

Motel near Dewey Beach
Located close to Funland and Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, The Surf Shanty Motel provides 20 beach bars. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, express check-out and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Surf Shanty Motel feature perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges and heating

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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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 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

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 The Surf Shanty Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Surf Shanty Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Surf Shanty Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Dewey Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Rehoboth Beach and Funland are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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