The Surf Shanty Motel

Motel with 20 beach bars, near Dewey Beach

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Second Floor - Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
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

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Tomorrow

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Ground Floor - Tub

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Designer toiletries

Shower/tub combination

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Second Floor - Shower

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Designer toiletries

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Third Floor - Shower

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Premium bedding

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Designer toiletries

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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About the neighborhood

21 Van Dyke Ave, Dewey Beach, DE, 19971

What's nearby

Dewey Beach Parasail - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Dewey Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Indian Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bottle & Cork - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Delaware Seashore State Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 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
‪Grotto Pizza - ‬4 min walk
‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪The Dewey Post - ‬1 min walk
‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Surf Shanty Motel

When you stay at The Surf Shanty Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Tanger Outlets and Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Lewes Beach. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 15 rooms

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

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

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

Fee & policy details

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.