Title: The Surf Shanty Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Surf Shanty Motel Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Dewey Beach ## Photo gallery for The Surf Shanty Motel ![Second Floor - Shower - The Surf Shanty Motel (Dewey Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/2afe1795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Surf Shanty Motel (Dewey Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/bd9410b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Surf Shanty Motel (Dewey Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/629d609a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Surf Shanty Motel (Dewey Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/1861af27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels - The Surf Shanty Motel (Dewey Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/61b0532f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 13 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=78475169&PinnedHotelID=78475169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Ground Floor - Tub ![Ground Floor - Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/36704f9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Ground Floor - Tub 9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Premium bedding Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Designer toiletries - 275 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Second Floor - Shower ![Second Floor - Shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/2afe1795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Second Floor - Shower 9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Premium bedding Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hair dryer - 275 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Third Floor - Shower ![Third Floor - Shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78475200/78475169/0d896d9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Third Floor - Shower 10.0 Exceptional 37 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Premium bedding Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hair dryer - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDewey-Beach-Hotels-The-Surf-Shanty-Motel.h78475169.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDewey-Beach-Hotels-The-Surf-Shanty-Motel.h78475169.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.68893%2C-75.07456&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lZW4FY-267mB2-3Do4F0S6fUuKM=) 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 #### Restaurants - ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬3 min walk - ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Dewey Post - ‬1 min walk - ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 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 bicycle rentals, express check-out, and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at The Surf Shanty Motel boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers - 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Mini fridges and heating ## Similar properties ![Beach House Dewey Double Bed Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6230000/6226800/6226777/131404fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House Dewey Dewey Beach - Pool - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 8.4 Very good 790 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6226777&PinnedHotelID=6226777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9750000/9743900/9743856/4a93ddc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surf Club Oceanfront Hotel Dewey Beach - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 1,138 reviews CA $98 CA $116 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=9743856&PinnedHotelID=9743856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16170000/16164500/16164449/fdd83f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Atlantic Oceanside Dewey Dewey Beach - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site - Limited onsite 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 elevator - 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 ### Property 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### 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? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Surf Shanty Motel? ### What time is check-out at The Surf Shanty Motel? ### Where is The Surf Shanty Motel located? ## Have a question? 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