Hotel Wave Rehoboth Beach

36012 Airport Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Rehoboth Beach, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.4 / 5

Overview

Hotel Wave Rehoboth Beach is a straightforward, 2-story, 3-star hotel in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, located at 36012 Airport Rd. It is positioned away from the highway, a detail guests note can help reduce road noise compared with more roadside properties. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.4 based on 849 reviews.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms and suites are described as simply furnished and soundproof, with free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Some upgraded rooms add features such as whirlpool tubs and/or fireplaces, and suites include separate living areas. A guest highlight mentioned enjoying an in-room jacuzzi and a king-size bed.

Breakfast & On-site Services

The hotel offers free breakfast and has a business center. Laundry facilities are available on site. Pets are welcome for a fee.

Amenities & Recreation

Recreation amenities include a heated indoor pool and a hot tub. Guest feedback is mixed on maintenance and upkeep in shared areas, including reports that the hot tub did not work during some stays.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The property is about 1.3 miles (roughly 1.9 km) from Jungle Jim’s and about 2.8 miles (roughly 4.1 km) from the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, with Funland nearby as well. Additional nearby points of interest include Rehoboth Beach Historical Society & Museum (about 2.7 km), Rehoboth Art League (about 3.2 km), and Cape Henlopen State Park (about 7.0 km). Farther afield are Delaware Seashore State Park (about 12.8 km) and Cape Henlopen (about 9.5 km).

Best for

This hotel is best for travelers who want a straightforward Rehoboth Beach base with quick access to family attractions like Jungle Jim’s (about 1.9 km away) and the Boardwalk/Funland area (about 4.1 km away). It can also suit guests who value in-room conveniences (microwave, minifridge, coffeemaker) and features available in select room types, such as whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, and suites with separate living areas. Pet owners may also appreciate that pets are accepted (fee).

Travel tips

If your plans center on the Boardwalk and Funland, expect a short drive from the hotel (around 4.1 km), while Jungle Jim’s is closer (around 1.9 km). For nature-focused days, Cape Henlopen State Park is roughly 7.0 km away and Delaware Seashore State Park about 12.8 km away. Given mixed feedback about shared-area upkeep and occasional service issues, consider confirming key needs (such as room type features or hot tub availability) prior to arrival.

What guests say

Guests commonly mention value and room comfort as reasons to stay, with some enjoying upgraded features like an in-room jacuzzi and king bed. Several reviews point to cleanliness and upkeep concerns in public areas (such as carpets and pool-area spaces), and there are reports of the hot tub being out of service at times. Service feedback is polarized: some guests describe helpful front-desk interactions, while others report rude management and poor assistance during check-in problems. Noise is sometimes viewed positively due to the hotel’s off-highway setting.

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