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The Surf Shanty Motel

The Surf Shanty Motel
The Surf Shanty Motel – Dewey Beach, DE
The Surf Shanty Motel – Dewey Beach, DE
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Surf Shanty Motel

Comfortable Accommodations Surf Chanty Motel in Dewey Beach offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and free bicycles. Each room includes a refrigerator, TV, and seating area. Convenient Facilities Guests benefit from private and express check-in and check-out services, full-day security, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a bath and ground-floor units. Prime Location Located a 2-minute walk from Dewey Beach, the motel is 45 mi from Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport. Nearby attractions include Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk (3.1 mi) and Thunder Lagoon Waterpark (17 mi). Highly rated by guests.

Amenities

  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.9 / 5
Excellent 370 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Everything was very good. You could put in a towel rack. Maybe a small shelf in the bathroom.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Rooms are spacious, clean and great location! Andre the property manager was super helpful and friendly! Recommend you book your stay two thumbs up and a twist!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very clean and modern. Walking distance to everything. Beach is beautiful. Lots of restaurants and music at night.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    From the moment you arrive at the Surf Shanty, you can tell it's a well-kept establishment. Andre was so nice and helpful --he was always onsite and keeping the outdoor area clean. The rooms were clean and look exactly like the photos! There are ample towels and fun toiletries to try. I'm definitely buying the products! They were great. The beach is only a few steps away..a big plus! I loved everything about the Surf Shanty and will definitely return!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Andre is great and very helpful. The room was clean and the AC worked well. We love staying here each year and look forward to next year.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a great stay! Can’t beat the location!!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Super cute place to stay within walking distance to restaurants and bars.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Surf Shanty was a great place to stay! It was walking distance to all the best restaurants and bars. The hotel is cute and clean. Andre, the manager, was very friendly and helpful. Short walk to the beach and the bay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Only issue was dampness in room

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The staff here is fantastic-- kind, friendly, and very helpful. The only issue we

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Andre was great! He called me to find out when I would arrive since I was in traffic, waited for me and told me all the hot spots/food establishments. They had beach chairs/umbrellas to use if needed. I did not ride the bikes but it was there is needed. Room was very clean, beds comfy, loved the beekman 1802 shampoo and conditioner set especially after the beach it made hair nice and soft before heading out to dinner. Checkout was easy as well. I would visit more but it is not pet friendly which I need a majority of the time but I am looking g forward to staying again when I don’t have my dog and telling all friends a family to stay here if they are in Dewey. Hidden gem! Everything is close by and walking distance and just enough away from the loudness of the nightlife so you can get a peaceful sleep. Loved it can’t wait to go back!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We had a great stay at this adorable, well maintained shanty! You can tell a lot of pride is taken in keeping up the property. I'm a clean freak and I was very comfortable there. I would definitely recommend!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Perfect beach location .. walking distance to everything

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room and location were both great. The only issue I had was with the WIFI, which didn't work at all during my stay. I notified the staff and a technician did stop by (fixed TV), however, I was never able to connect any of my devices to the internet.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean rooms, staff was friendly, ice machine on premises was great! Easy parking! Definitely would stay here again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was so amazing we extended our stay. The staff was extremely helpful in letting us extend our trip. The room was super clean, the parking was great. The motel is Oceanside so it was a two minute walk to the beach. Right in the center of Dewey so everything is walking distance. Highly recommend and definitely booking here again!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Love this hotel. This is our third summer trip staying here. Rooms are super cute, clean and well decorated. Love being so close to the beach and there's restaurants literally right around the corner.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The rooms were very clean, and they gave you all the toiletries and towels you needed. The air conditioning was super cold, and the beds were some of the best I've used at a hotel. Andre was awesome; he gave us lots of great recommendations for around the area. I wish there was some sort of closet or more storage but if thats my only complaint then so be it. Please keep in mind there is no elevator, so anyone who has difficulty using the stairs should request the first floor. When I come back to the area, I will definitely be staying here again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Amazing stay!

Frequently asked questions about The Surf Shanty Motel

Does The Surf Shanty Motel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Surf Shanty Motel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Surf Shanty Motel offer parking?
Yes, The Surf Shanty Motel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Surf Shanty Motel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Surf Shanty Motel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Dewey Beach, see business hotels in Dewey Beach.
Does The Surf Shanty Motel have a fitness center?
The Surf Shanty Motel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Surf Shanty Motel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Surf Shanty Motel is located at 21 Van Dyke Ave, Dewey Beach, DE DE 19971. With a Walk Score of 37, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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