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The Bay Resort

3.0 star property
Bayside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, steps from Bottle & Cork

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Exterior
Gazebo
Reception
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

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

View all photos for Poolside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 334 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Bayside Room, 2 Double Beds, Efficiency

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Bay view

View all photos for Bayside Room, 1 King and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

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

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

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Balcony view

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Poolside Room, 1 King Bed and 1 Sofa Bed, Efficiency

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

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

View all photos for Bayside Double Efficiency, First Floor

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Bay view

View all photos for Room

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Bay view

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Bay view

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

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

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
Shower/bath combination
  • 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.
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What's nearby

  • Bottle & Cork - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dewey Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indian Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Bay Resort

Bayside motel with a seasonal outdoor pool, steps from Bottle & Cork
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 number of on-site self parking spaces 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • 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. A self car park is also available, for a fee. 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.

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ivanna Abbegayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando

Liked: Staff & service
Decent room but a little pricey
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole E.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a bay front room and it was perfect for us and our golden retriever! Just how I hoped it would be with the sound of the water and beautiful sunsets. Will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

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

Lovely place off season as well

The view of the bay is lovely with so much nearby to walk to. We appreciated the very welcoming and friendly staff as well as the peaceful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Pet friendly and we had a beautiful view of the bay.
Annie
Bayside view
Bayside view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled so bad
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
No review
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathaleen, Oro Valley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was fine a little worn, location was great. Didn't appreciate paying for parking when parking in the street in the off season is free
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kudos to the cleaning staff and front desk for finding an item I left in my room and then contacting me right away. They made it very easy to retrieve my item at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property has no elevators for handicap the bathrooms have no grab bars in the shower and bath area we get there and they charge for parking staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older facility that is showing it's age. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ferdinand, Hawthorne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was clean, but very dated. Furniture in the room was very old and worn out. Staff was extremely nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Bay resort. This place is very comfortable and its by the water. I've visited several times. This is my quick getaway spot. The staff are always welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is terrific
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Travelled with group
Pet areas were good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing fancy but nice clean room with easy checkin and checkout. Great location for weekend in dewey. Walking distance from everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025