Surf Shanty Motel

2 stars
21 Van Dyke Avenue, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, United States
Dewey Beach, DE
9.5
Wonderful
based on 212 reviews
212 reviews
Tue 23/9
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Wed 24/9
1 room, 2 guests
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£111
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Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
£111
Standard Room
£114
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Overview

Situated in Dewey Beach, Bell Buoy Inn is an easy drive from Bethany Beach and provides a sun deck, free Wi-Fi and a terrace. It also offers a garden, off-site parking and a designated smoking area.

The motel has 16 rooms, all of which are equipped with a microwave and a refrigerator.

Ocean City Municipal Airport is a 60-minute drive from Bell Buoy Inn. The Junction and Breakwater Trail and the Indian River Inlet Bridge are an easy car trip away.

9.5
Wonderful rating
Based on 212 verified guest reviews

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Tue 23/9
Wed 24/9
Standard Room
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£114
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bed type unknown
£347
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Queen room
2 queen beds
£111
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2 queen beds
£178
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2 queen beds
£300
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Amenities at Surf Shanty Motel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Laundry

  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

General

  • Seating area

Reviews of Surf Shanty Motel

9.5
Wonderful
212 verified ratings
Wonderful
122
Very good
45
Good
23
Okay
8
Fair
10
Mediocre
3
Poor
1

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Sara, Aug 2025
Had a great stay, the room was clean and there is an outdoor shower to rinse off before going into the room to reduce the amount of sand. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very close to the beach, made getting there with young kids easy. Will definitely stay again in the future.
9.7
Wonderful
Allen, Aug 2016
Pros (+) Definitely the community lounging area and proximity to the beach.
Cons (-) Same community area is right next to all the second floor rooms so it can get loud if guests are hanging there when you're trying to sleep.

Location

21 Van Dyke Avenue, Dewey Beach, DE 19971

What's nearby

  • Baycenter for the Performing Arts112 yd
  • Sunset Park0.3 mi
  • Rehoboth Beach2 mi

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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  • How long should you stay at Surf Shanty Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at Surf Shanty Motel

  • Where is Surf Shanty Motel located?

    Surf Shanty Motel is located at 21 Van Dyke Avenue, 0.3 miles from the centre of Dewey Beach. Baycenter for the Performing Arts is the closest landmark to Surf Shanty Motel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Surf Shanty Motel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Surf Shanty Motel.

  • Does Surf Shanty Motel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Surf Shanty Motel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Surf Shanty Motel offer free parking?

    Yes, Surf Shanty Motel offers free parking.

  • How far is Surf Shanty Motel from the airport?

    Surf Shanty Motel is 33.7 miles from Salisbury-Ocean City. Surf Shanty Motel is 59.4 miles from Atlantic City.

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Distance to airport

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