The Bay Resort

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Pool

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126 Bellevue St., Dewey Beach, DE, 19971
  • Bottle & Cork
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Dewey Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

Poolside Room, 1 King Bed, Efficiency

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bayside Double Efficiency, First Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Bayside Room, 1 King and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

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

Bayside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Poolside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 334 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room

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

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About this property

The Bay Resort

Motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, steps from Bottle & Cork
Along with self parking, this smoke-free motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Bay Resort offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Dewey Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Guests aged 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.

The Bay Resort's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sunset Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus concierge services and laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the location
  • Steps from Bottle & Cork and a 3-minute drive from Delaware Seashore State Park
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of The Bay Resort, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Bay Resort also features a picnic area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Dewey Beach motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

  • 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 (101 centimetre high)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

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: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Bay Resort.
  • 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

The Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 440 out of 829 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 829 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 829 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 829 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 829 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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unfortunate birthday trip

Room was flooding, was moved to a bayside room to compensate, went from King bed reserved for Fiance's birthday to a room with two small beds. Was told no other King room was possible. Listing said pool open in may, was not open. Keycards did not work for half the stay, to get into room you would need someone from the office with an administrative key every time. Hate writing this review because the staff was kind and seemed to be doing there best. Hopefully they figure things out for the summer season, but I can't honestly recommend them to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

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

Great place to stay

The room was great, but husband and I are in our 70's and three flights of stairs was a bit much with luggage and two dogs. Staff was great, super friendly, the view was awesome, did kayaking with my one dog on the one beautiful day that we had out of four. Weather is what it is so you just grin and bear it. We would definitely stay there again, but on the first floor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The sink in the bathroom did not drain! We had to us the kitchen sink to brush our teeth and wash our hands😳
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

mimi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dated, but clean. Worth the money, kinda. Our room had something odd on the counter. Fridge didn’t work. Toilet sink very close, you kinda had to shimmy in to wash hands. Didn’t pay much attn other than that and it was just an overnight, so it did not matter to us. Had I stayed longer I would have asked for another room. The place was clean. You could walk places. You could sit next to the water. We’d try here again for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The sraff was wonderful i really enjoy them very nice lasys have fun with them the little time i was there yes i would go back again the bed was nor comfortable but everything ekes was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was clean but could use a refresh. For the price it is a great deal. It is in a great location, walkable to the beach and entertainment. The ability to walk out of the room to sit on a private balcony or patio and watch the sun set over the bay in very nice. The staff were very courteous and helpful. I must not have read the fine print well enough and was shocked by the $175 fee for bringing a pet. That cost is for the week. Also a $16 fee for parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yubraj

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ondrej

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

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

Quiet bay front stay

The staff and the bay view absolutely make this a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the ability to walk to the beach and bay easily. Multiple coffee options nearby. I was surprised by the "resort" fee at check in. Additional $ to cover parking, pool (which was not open yet and scummy), and some games out back that we didn't play. Perhaps that fee was mentioned on the description and we missed it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff at the property are fabulous! Very nice , friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

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

The Bay Resort

I loved The Bay Resort! When I’m back in Dewey I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

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

Comfort and relaxation

Checkin was quick and easy. Staff at the front desk were professional and accommodating. View was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deb

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very rude staff-the front desk agent this morning was the rudest person I have ever dealt with. I did complain my room was filthy- the so called blackout drape was so faded, you could see through it. It was replaced and a sturdier rod. Unbelievable- I could go on. Do not stay here. The only good thing about this place is the bay view, which I heard had flooded the bottom floor rooms-my room had a terrible mold smell…
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Could walk to everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Del Carmen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

woo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cintia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Room is right off the bay which made for some great views. Close to everything. Very relaxed. Good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025