The Bay Resort

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

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool

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126 Bellevue St., Dewey Beach, DE, 19971
  • Place, Bottle & Cork
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dewey Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)

Room options

Poolside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Bayside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Bayside Room, 1 King and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Poolside Room, 1 King Bed, Efficiency

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bayside Double Efficiency, First Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Dewey Beach

The Bay Resort places you steps from Bottle & Cork and within a 30-minute stroll of Delaware Seashore State Park. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Dewey Beach motel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Funland.

What's nearby

  • Bottle & Cork - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dewey Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Funland - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 5 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starboard Claw - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Northbeach Restaurant & Bayside Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bay Resort

Bayside motel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
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 3-star Dewey Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
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. 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.

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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

  • 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 (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
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bay Resort?

The Bay Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Bay Resort?

Yep, The Bay Resort has a self car park for USD 14.99 per night. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The Bay Resort?

Yep, The Bay Resort is a short 5-minute walk from Dewey Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking, fishing and swimming.

Does The Bay Resort have a pool?

The Bay Resort has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to September.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bay Resort?

No, The Bay Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bay Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

The Bay Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 901 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Reza

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property could definitely use some updating, but it was a convenient place and everyone there was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I honestly surprised how wonderful this resort was. Beds very comfortable. Quiet and clean. Nice to sit on patio and enjoy the bay view. Definitely would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was sufficient to our needs. The room was clean, staff was attentive, and the resort is within walking distance of the beach, restaurants and convenience stores. The kitchen needs some updating as it's a bit rusted but still works perfectly. I'm only giving it 4 stars because the pool area is open to everyone who's not even a guest at the resort. For 2 nights out of the 4 that we stayed there, there were kids making such a racket on the pool at 8pm, slamming their pool noodle on the water that makes it sound like fireworks and turns out they were not even staying there. Our room happened to be next to the pool . We spoke to the front desk on duty and the response we got was "Sorry, they're kids but we're going to close the pool in 30 minutes." Another hotel guest was making the same complaint and not sure if the front desk on duty spoke to the kids or the parents of the kids about the noise they're making. Book a room on the upper levels to lessen the noise if you can. All the rooms face the pool so the noise is unavoidable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The set up on the bay side of the property had a tropical atmosphere with sand, palm trees, and hammocks. It was serene with beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good location and staff very nice. Room clean but issues: holes in shower curtain- no liner, flickering bathroom lights, sliding glass door handle broken, very thin rough towels. Nothing mentioned about no elevator so did not expect to carry bags up to the third floor. Very nice view of lake from room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Beverly

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

Just okay

No elevators, toilet was wobbling out of floor, bathroom door wouldnt close, front door ya needed to shove shut or it wouldnt stay closed. Even though there is a kitchenette, there was no pots or pans,.. for 400.00 a night i should have stayed at the marriot. The bay area was no where near what their pictires show. Customer beware, no better then a motel 8 to lay your head
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Alexandra

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parking lot was full and it took half hour to find a space to park overnight, which costs an additional $31. Room was not clean, with an old soap bar still in the shower. Staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite thing about the hotel was the view from our balcony. It was so peaceful and it was the perfect place to watch the sunset over the bay. The location was perfect - once you parked, there was no need to use your car again. The Ocean was 2 short blocks away and there was a great assortment of restaurants in walking distance. Some of the faciliy is a bit dated, but it was clean and the staff was super nice and helpful. We will be returning!
Sunset from our balcony.
Pier on the property. Also a great place to watch the sunset.
Need I say more?
The Sandy Pony Donuts is just one block over!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

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

Great location/staff, decent, quiet, allows pets

The best thing was the location, right on the bay (we had a view from our balcony) and 2 blocks from the beach. The staff was very friendly and helpful and they allow pets. Lots of close restaurants/nightlife/shops, but fairly quiet at the same time. The room was clean and bed comfortable (not new or luxury, but decent fixtures/furniture/appliances). Stairs/hallways could have been cleaner (though they are outside). Appliances worked well (though we didn't use the stove/oven).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the bay view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the bay views and dock that extends into the bay. Very relaxing to sit outside and enjoy the view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

William L

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating allowing us to park in the lot prior to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, garden city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views on the bayside are amazing at this super friendly, fabulous place to stay in Dewey! Walkable to everywhere & everything. The pool is super clean as are the rooms. But the very best part is the helpful, attentive, above & beyond staff. Everyone including front desk, housekeeping & maintenance are available & happy to help. Really would like to keep this hotel a secret for fear I won’t be able to get reservations. But it’s too hard not to share
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025