This completely remodeled hotel is a hidden gem in Dewey Beach. There was plenty of free onsite…read moreparking. Jason at the front desk was friendly and checked us in quickly. The room was ready on time and exactly what we booked. The room was clean and exactly as pictured in the photos. We booked the ocean front room so that we could sleep to the sound of the waves and watch the sunrise from bed. The beds were super comfortable and I slept like a baby. The Nespresso machine in the room was fantastic. They also had coffee in the lobby and a full complementary breakfast. The lobby and deck areas are great places to hang out. They offer free beach chairs to borrow for the beach. We also enjoyed the lounge chairs by the pool. We enjoyed the music in the outside areas. They have happy hour in the lobby at 5pm with draft beer and hot hors d'oeuvres. Don't forget to stop back at 8pm for warm cookies. Once we parked the car, we never moved it again. This hotel is a short walking distance from the Dewey Brewing Company, Starboard, and other restaurants. We saw dolphins from our balcony and I found sea glass on the beach right in front of the hotel. Insider tips: They do not have an elevator. Book a dune view room on the first floor with an expanded private deck if you cannot walk up steps. Leave the kids at home - they don't have sofa beds or roll-a-way beds.

Basic beach town motel. Breakfast was a bonus. Room was small and with our 60 lb dog even…read moresmaller Room was nicely updated. Parking was my concern. Lot is tight and with bigger trucks and SUVs even tighter. My car has a nice new scrape down the side with white paint

Absolutely amazing! We stopped in Dewey Beach for a couple nights on our way down the east coast…read more We choose the Surf Shanty because of its location to beach (less than a 3 minute walk) and it's very chic retro (but not cheesy) style. Its designer also deserves 5 stars! But that's not what will bring us back. What will bring us back, is Andre and his honesty, his hardworking/attention to cleanliness, and most importantly his kindness. Andre and his staff go above and beyond for their guests. From finding/shipping a lost ring (for another quest) to taking pride in the appearance of the motel, from sharing great ideas for food/drink/etc. He cares!!! He made our stay in the comfy beds, cool air conditioning, and hot shower unit that we had even that much better. You will love your stay at the Surf Shanty and you will remember Andre! Thank you Andre! Enjoy : )

Really enjoyed our stay here! Super welcoming! Andre was very kind and had lots of info to share…read moreabout the area, things to do, and the way things work around the motel. He even told us he was waiting for us to arrive so he could make sure we got in our room okay. Our room was super clean and smelled very clean as well. The bed and pillows were so comfortable. Loved how cute and pretty the room and its decor was. The bikes provided were fun. Good location! Walls just very thin. Could hear anything and everything. A little difficult to sleep when you can hear every little thing.

We stayed 3 nights the first week in June, and had a wonderful time! It included warm & friendly…read moreservice, spacious indoor parking, good breakfast, wine & cheese in the afternoon, very good coffee all day, great location a block or so from the beach, restaurants nearby, and very comfortable beds. The room & common areas were meticulously clean. The room bathroom lighting was excellent, although we would have preferred better bedside lighting for reading. We didn't try the pool & sundeck, but it looked inviting. We plan to return!

We were very disappointed in the advertised breakfast. It states that it is not a buffet, but a…read moreserved breakfast. there are a few hot dishes that are served, but the majority of breakfast is a buffet. Also after our first day there was no protein for a vegetarian, not even peanut butter. No shuttle although advertised.

Amazing getaway for couples and singles especially on the off season! We went the weekend before…read moreThanksgiving and had the best time. The hot tub isn't big but it's fine for a few people and great to have right next to the spa. The parking is free on the off season and once you're in, you can easily walk a few blocks to the beach or all around town. I hear they have a shuttle but we never needed them. The room is very big and we enjoyed the small balcony just as a feature. On a warm day you want to just enjoy snacks and a breeze I can imagine it is wonderful. We enjoyed the fireplace. The bathroom lights were a bit complicated but the tub was enormous and luxurious for a soak! The coffee nook with fridge was perfectly outfitted and great for storage. The room lights were a bit flickery but not a major issue. Paying for the higher adults only floor was WORTH IT! They keep the snacks area ready with basic chips and cookies and the cooler with sodas and water and refresh it all the time. The sitting room with its own fireplace is super cozy and you can play a card game or build legos being away from any hecticness. Plus afternoon cookies, tea, coffee, and hot chocolate were not to be missed! Those were great to take as a dessert after dinner or relaxing in the room. I bet in the warmer months the outside terrace is great to enjoy for reading. The bar service was good, whether you wanted drinks or meals things came out decently in good time and well done. I think the prices are very reasonable. The area has so many great options but if you just want to stay in you'll be fine! The breakfast experience was fine- the omelet stations were good but really did take a long time. Maybe just a lack of experience. Good selection of everything and while the bakery station had a variety of scones and muffins, they weren't always fresh tasting and the fruit wasn't much a variety. They will sometimes fill up and you'll have to sit in the cold conference room rather than the cozy vestibule. So go early if you want all the best options and won't be rushed. I can imagine this place is always busy but in the off season months I absolutely recommend this to any couple or single who wants to get away- shops are still open, restaurants still active, and the beach is still refreshing!

An updated review: Sadly, the Bellmoor is not what it once was and after staying here every year…read morefor a decade, we will be staying elsewhere next year. First, all week the TV did not work--it constantly froze. The front desk was little help. The rooms need an update--the carpets are dirty, the sofa had dirt stains on the skirt, there was a huge luggage stain on the wall of our room, and makeup on the bathroom door I had to clean off. The front desk used to be so nice and welcoming. This summer, the woman at the front desk would just stare at me as I walked by. Rick the bartender is amazing and so is Jim who drives the shuttle and does so much more. But overall, I'd say the cleanliness of the rooms is what will keep me from coming back next year. :/

The Hyatt Place Dewey is located by the bay which makes it nice if you want to go for a walk by the…read morebay and it is also across from Rusty Rudder a great bar that has live music. On Friday's if you are over 21 they had complimentary Orange crushes. Not sure if this is every Friday or if it was just for a special event that was going in at the hotel when we stayed here. The staff here are friendly and helpful. The hotel lobby is spacious and clean. They have a big sitting area with tables and chairs and tvs. This is where people eat meals. If you are a guest you get a free breakfast. The breakfast is nothing special by the way. There were eggs, sausages, cereal, bagels and oatmeal and a few other things. I participated in the free breakfast for my first day there and I was not impressed at all. It was the same when I stayed at another Hyatt place in another state. The eggs were pretty bad and the plates, bowls and silverware I first picked up were all dirty. I had to go through 2-3 to finally not get a dirty one. There is a pool and a gym in this hotel which is great. I did not go swimming while staying here but saw the pool area. I did not get to see the gym though. The room as you can see from pics are spacious and have a little living room like area with a couch. And a little wall that kind of separates it. This hotel is located right in Dewey and is very walkable to the great bar/ restaurant scene. I would stay here again if need be.

Stayed for a weekend during the summer. Our first night sleeping here, there was sand in both queen…read morebeds in the room. My mom and I were sleeping in different beds and both of us could not sleep due to how itchy and scratchy the sand was, on top of feeling like we were sleeping on dirty sheets. When we brought this up to the front desk, they said they could give us new sheets, so we put new sheets on top of these soiled sheets. This wasn't a viable solution but that was the best they could do. I would expect a beach hotel would have better cleaning for sand soiled bedding and would pay more attention to sand but I guess not. Overall this was a pretty disappointing experience. Paying hundreds for two dirty beds was completely unexpected. The only redeemable quality of this hotel was the free EV chargers which we took advantage of for our Tesla and the continental breakfast which was delicious. But it's hard to enjoy anything when you didn't get good sleep the night before.

We had another great stay at the Ocean Glass Inn for the 2nd year in a row. This time, I reserved…read moreRoom #3, which is quite roomy with two queen beds. They texted me to let me know that an earlier arrival was possible. The front office staff is always very pleasant. We arrived just in time for the free happy hour, so we enjoyed wine & beer. The rooms are immaculate, the AC is great, and all the little touches are there. Breakfast is awesome--quite a variety: several kinds of tasty baked egg cups, hard-boiled eggs, muffins, croissants, cereals, juices, yogurts, fruit, coffee. Everything you need is there, in a great, close in location.

Room is very small. There is not even a small table inside, we had to eat on the bed. One…read morenightstand only. The hot water did not work. Contacted the manager who said they have having electrical issues. The clothes drawer in the room was old and rusty and we couldn't open it. Kept our clothes in the language in an already very small room. The room smelled moldy, old, and unpleasant. The whole "hotel" is actually an old motel that has been renovated to look modern but it's a scam. Check the square footage before you rent. Paid $250 a night for a tiny motel room pretty much. Breakfast? Hardly anything. The coffee machine was new but it took forever to make a cup of coffee. I can't imagine if there was a line of people waiting. I never felt so scammed and fooled in my life. Never again.

The location is great and the front office staff are pleasant, but that's about it. The whole…read moreexterior is disgusting, from dilapidated paint jobs of the exterior to fences and shredded flags flying. The outside rugs that run up the 3 flights of stairs w no elevator are filthy beyond belief. Every outdoor light fixture is beset with grime and cob webs. Take a rag and windex, poof 5 seconds nice and clean. The staff puff away constantly on Marlboros on-site like they get them free as part of the pay plan. Go smoke around back, not on the benches for guests by the pool. No concern for families w children. The interior is decent semiclean. But there's no daily cleaning service. They hide behind the dated guise of covid, when in reality they're just too lazy to pay someone to clean the rooms everyday. If you need toilet paper or towels you have to go to the lobby to ask for it. It's basically self service. Choose your own adventure. That's fine, but they shouldn't charge 300+ a night for a filthy exterior and self service every day needs. I've been here for three years but I'm throwing in the towel after I go get it from the front desk. It's ridiculous. Honestly it's so filthy on the exterior it's like you have to try hard to make it that dirty. I hate to make this review but maybe it will make Management wake up. Power wash & paint job! Problem solved! It makes no sense you don't take care of the place

Had a good stay here in the off season. It was steps from the beach and restaurants on Coastal…read moreHighway. The room was laid out well and the important factors were all met - comfortable bed, lots of fluffy pillows, good bath towels and great shower pressure. Our room was missing bathroom tissue (?!) but we were able to get some quickly from the office. The location is close to Rehoboth, quickly by car or by a leisurely walk along the shoreline/boardwalk. We visited in off-season April so it was pretty quiet, not likely the case from May-September.