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The Surf Shanty Motel

Updated on Sep 29, 2026

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Located in: REHOBOTH BEACH, DE
This smoke-free motel features 20 beach bars, free use of bicycles, and express check-out. Self parking is free.
The Surf Shanty Motel offers 15 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and designer toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps).


Recreational amenities at the motel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Located in Dewey Beach, The Surf Shanty Motel is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Tanger Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Dewey Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Funland. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and ecotours, or hop on a moped rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area.
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Popular amenities
  • ac
  • bar
  • free parking
  • internet
  • no smoking
  • tv
Property amenities
Food and Drink
  • 20 beach bars
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Things to do
  • Free bicycle rentals
Family Friendly
  • Mini-fridge
Language Spoken
  • English
Accessibility
  • Handrails in stairways
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
Activities Nearby
  • Beach access
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Scooter/moped rentals
More
  • Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
Bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
Food and Drink
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
More
  • Access via exterior corridors
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
Pets
  • Pets not allowed
Special check-in instructions
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • 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
Property payment types
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • 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
We should mention
  • This property does not have elevators
 

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