Atlantic Oceanside Dewey

1700 Coastal Hwy Unit 2, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, Dewey Beach, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.9 / 5

Overview

Atlantic Oceanside Dewey is a seasonal, standard motel-style property in Dewey Beach, Delaware, located on the town’s main road at 1700 Coastal Hwy Unit 2. It is listed as a 4-star property and holds a public rating of 3.9/5 from 463 reviews. The beach is about a 3-minute walk away, making it a convenient base for a mostly car-free stay once you arrive.

Rooms

Rooms are described as basic and include Wi‑Fi, cable TV, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Upgraded room types add kitchens, which can be useful for longer stays or guests who prefer self-catering. Some guest feedback notes comfort can vary (including mentions of firmer beds).

Amenities & Outdoor Features

On-site features include a seasonal outdoor pool, a sundeck, and an outdoor shower—practical for rinsing off after beach time. Parking is available. Amenities beyond these are not documented.

Location & Nearby Places

The motel is a 5-minute walk to Rehoboth Bay and about a mile from the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk (2,608 m). Nearby attractions include Funland (2,391 m), Rehoboth Beach Historical Society & Museum (2,860 m), and Jungle Jim’s (3,298 m). For bigger outdoor excursions, Cape Henlopen State Park (10,207 m) and Delaware Seashore State Park (8,924 m) are within a short drive.

Best for

This property best suits beach-focused travelers who want to park once and walk to the sand, Rehoboth Bay, and Dewey Beach’s dining and nightlife. It also works well for guests who value simple in-room conveniences like microwaves and mini-fridges (and kitchens in upgraded rooms) plus a seasonal pool and sundeck for downtime.

Travel tips

Because the beach is about a 3-minute walk away and Rehoboth Bay is around 5 minutes on foot, plan to get around on foot for most Dewey Beach activities once you’ve parked. For classic Rehoboth attractions, the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is roughly 2.6 km away; Funland is about 2.4 km. For day trips, Cape Henlopen State Park and Delaware Seashore State Park are easiest by car.

What guests say

Guests frequently highlight the central Dewey Beach location, noting they can walk to the beach, nearby restaurants and bars, and the broader Rehoboth area. Staff friendliness and helpfulness are recurring positives, with mentions that management is engaged and responsive. Cleanliness is also commonly cited as a strength. Reported negatives include occasional room comfort concerns (such as firmer beds) and at least one guest experience involving confusion about the room booked at check-in.

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