The Surf Shanty Motel

Great

Loved this stay! The room was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The staff was very helpful and friendly. They even had bikes to use. It’s a great location with easy access to everything on Dewey Beach.

Location was great. Staff was very helpful. Our mattress was uncomfortable as it had a permanent fill on one side. Needs replacing.

Andre and his team are truly unmatched when it comes to hospitality. Their welcoming attitude, attention to detail, and genuine care for both their property and their guests made our visit exceptional. We felt valued from the moment we arrived and appreciated how dedicated the team was to ensuring we had a wonderful experience. We will definitely be returning next season and can't wait to stay here again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended!

Distances to beach makes this an A+. It's a simple motel with classy updates and a nice vibe. Bathroom is small but it works for a short stay.

Everything you need... Beautiful and clean and super fresh vibe... We really enjoyed the area...

The beach was quiet and uncrowded, which made the stay even more relaxing. Andre, the manager, was responsive, pleasant, and professional throughout our visit. One of my favorite details in the room was a photo hanging on the wall of a Black family enjoying the beach. I absolutely loved it! As a black mother traveling with my daughter for birthday celebrations, that small touch meant so much and made us feel seen and welcomed. I truly appreciated the inclusive vibe in Dewey and Rehoboth. It felt genuine, refreshing, and welcoming. Sometimes the simplest things make the biggest impact, and this stay was full of those moments. Highly recommend!

Location was fantastic and the access to the bikes was great. Room was clean. Two suggestions to make it even better - have a room key drop box for when checking out and have a guide in the room outlining the amenities like the bikes and when they are available.

I enjoyed my stay this week. Great location. Helpful staff. It was clean and safe.

We had a GREAT stay at the motel for a few days throughout the week at the beginning of June. The staff was super attentive, the location to the beach was MORE than ideal, and the amenities were perfect for what we were needing. We very much will be using this motel in the future for our beach getaways!

Updated, cute, modern hotel at the beach and only a short walk from the water and places to go. Loved the design of the place and that it was more updated. Easy check in and check out.

Very clean room. Great location,ocean side and quiet. Parking is convenient. Beds are super comfortable. Nice touch on the complimentary toiletries and water.Staff are super friendly and helpful. Beach cruiser bikes for use on premise delightful touch. AC could be colder,window units. No closet or place to hang clothes. Hot water took a while to heat up. Would definitely stay again and price point was great for area and season.

Wonderful place ocean block …

Andre - the hotel Property Manager is an amazing guy and made my family's time extra special with his hospitality

Room was clean. Plenty of parking. Check in was confusing but we got in. Front desk employee was helpful with our TV.

We have started visiting annually thanks to the great accommodations they offer just steps from the beach. Had another great time this past weekend.

Very clean and beds were comfy. No closet or dresser so clothes needed to stay in suitcase. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Enjoyed my stay!

Good location, easy to find. Easy access to the room. Friendly staff. The beds were very comfortable. I wish there was more room to store clothes outside of my suitcase.

The motel is a cute boutique style, located just a short 1 minute walk from the beach. Easy, simple, clean, comfortable and good vibes. It is right in the middle of town, which makes it easy to walk around. The man at the front desk was very kind. We were there for the weekend, before the season really started. It worked out perfectly.

We were there for a sporting event. It was worth the extra drive. We came in the off season so it wasn't crowded or hard to get around. Just MINUTES to the beach :) Staff was kind. Overall, a great experience.