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The Surf Shanty Motel

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Dewey Beach and Funland, The Surf Shanty Motel provides 20 beach bars. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Ground Floor - Tub

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of the sea.

Ground Floor - Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Second Floor - Shower

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a plant, and a view of the ocean.

Second Floor - Shower

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Third Floor - Shower

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Third Floor - Shower

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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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. Visit our Dewey Beach travel guide
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21 Van Dyke Ave, Dewey Beach, DE, 19971

What's nearby

  • A wooden pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
    Dewey Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A suspension bridge at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.
    Indian Beach
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A bridge with cables silhouetted against a sunset sky.
    Delaware Seashore State Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dewey Beach Parasail
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bottle & Cork
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Starboard
    10 min walk
  • Woody's Dewey Beach
    9 min walk
  • Dewey Beer Co.
    10 min walk
  • The Dewey Post
    2 min walk
  • Above the Dunes
    5 min drive

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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

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 Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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