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The Bay Resort

3.0 star property
Bayside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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126 Bellevue St., Dewey Beach, DE, 19971
  • Place, Bottle & Cork
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dewey Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Delaware Seashore State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 3595 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside Room, 1 King and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Balcony view

Poolside Room, 1 King Bed, Efficiency

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside Room, 1 King Bed and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside Double Efficiency, First Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside Efficiency King, First Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside King- ADA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside, 2 Doubles, No Stove

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside King, 1st floor, ADA

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dewey Beach

The Bay Resort places you next to Bottle & Cork and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Delaware Seashore State Park. This 67-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like balconies, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Bottle & Cork - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dewey Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Indian Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starboard Claw - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bottle & Cork - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bay Resort

Bayside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Bay Resort enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace. Self parking is offered for USD 14.99 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies or patios, microwaves, and ovens. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 14.99 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: USD 14.99 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is served at The Bay Resort.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

BAY Resort DEWEY BEACH
BAY Resort
BAY DEWEY BEACH
The Bay Hotel Dewey Beach
Bay Hotel Dewey Beach
The Bay Resort Motel
The Bay Resort Dewey Beach
The Bay Resort Motel Dewey Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Bay Resort?

The Bay Resort offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Bay Resort?

Guests positively rate the motel's walkable location in Dewey Beach, just steps from Sunset Park and John Waples Memorial Playground, and within a short walk of Dewey Beach. You'll also find Indian Beach and Silver Lake less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Bay Resort?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 14.99 per night. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does The Bay Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, The Bay Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bay Resort?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is The Bay Resort good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and concierge services plus some guestrooms include bay views.

Are there hot tubs at The Bay Resort?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Bay Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Bay Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Bay Resort allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Bay Resort for a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bay Resort?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from The Bay Resort?

The closest major airport to The Bay Resort is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is 18.6 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is located 29.8 mi away (127-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bay Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at The Bay Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring bay or pool views.

The Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 905 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 905 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 905 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 905 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 905 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

andrea, baltimore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific family centered resort with great proximity to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Sparkling clean! Gorgeous sunsets! Walkable to all things Dewey! Want to ro keep it to myself- so don’t stay here! Ha ha
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Great location and the sunset views are wonderful. The bay side room is right on the water. It’s quiet in the off season and very relaxing. The staff are so friendly and helpful! They make the stay even better! The room is on the small size but everything else made up for that!
View from our patio!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Conveniently located in the heart of Dewey Beach. Decently priced for location. Property does need some upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel but worn and obvious worn rooms like missing tiles in bathroom; furniture is 1970s era.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Anniversary Visit

Staff was very helpful. Room was clean but renters before us smoked outside and never disposed of their buts. We discussed with cleaning ladies but were still there after the 4th day. We stayed at this location approximately 15 years earlier with no updates. The bed was comfortable and guests were very friendly. The Motel is dog friendly as are a lot of restaurants in the area especially in the off season which attracted us because we have a 10 year old Service Dog which allowed us to bring her to the beach and restaurants. Will go back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mahmoud

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty , pool and hot tub are dirty . Charge you extra 16$ for parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members (Sharika and the manager) were very professional and provided great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute best place to stay in Dewey!! Staff are amazing, kind & so helpful. sparkling clean, pool nice & walkable to everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian, Egg Harbor City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the view was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location, staff, pool, and restaurant were all wonderful. Right on the water and a stones throw from the beach. The pool room we stayed in could use a little TLC, but overall a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Great vibe & staff. Walking distance to nightlife. Great pier.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Dewey beach area

They need to get their outside lights working. It was too dark when walking with my dog after dark. It was a quiet location and they were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pet friendly. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best of Dewey right here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesomeness Best place to stay in Dewey!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Dewey! staff including front desk, general manager, cleaning crew & maintenance are the best! Location. Walkable to everything, sparkling clean, & fun super chill guests ! Worried thar this review will make it harder for me to book stay! Yikes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Spencer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice Staff, Great Location, Needs Serious Updating

I spent three nights at this hotel with my wife and 3 year old son. We tried to make the best of it because of the great service and the convenient location, but ultimately we were disappointed with the condition of our room. It was a poolside king efficiency on the first floor. The bathroom was not thoroughly cleaned and the stove was dirty. Some of the tiles around the front door were missing or cracked. The sliding glass door facing the pool did not lock well and the rod that was available to secure it was incredibly difficult to adjust. We booked our room because the hotel had great ratings, but our room in particular left a lot to be desired. It got to the point where my wife was actually uncomfortable unpacking. Needless to say, we won't be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would DEFINITELY Return

Pros: The bay view is absolutely unmatched in beauty! It's so nice to have sunset view right from your room. The beds were surprisingly comfy and the comforters were soft and fluffy. The kitchenette was incredibly convenient. The shower was hot and the water pressure excellent. My pup loved it too! The $150-175 pet fee was a bit steep but worth it. Parking was $19/day Cons: The TVs were outdated so we couldn't hook up our gaming system or laptop, which was my only issue with it. Sometimes after a day in the sun I like to stream Netflix or emulate some retro video games. I think this is the only con!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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