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A slender strip between ocean and bay

Dewey Beach occupies just 2 blocks of width on a Delaware barrier island, with the Atlantic Ocean rolling in from the east and Rehoboth Bay stretching to the west. This unique geography creates a town where you can surf in the morning and paddleboard at sunset without moving your car. The compact layout means everything is walkable, from oceanfront dunes to bayside marinas. What began as undeveloped Methodist church land in 1868 has evolved into a distinctive coastal community named for Admiral George Dewey.

Two distinct personalities in one destination

The town's reputation centers on its energetic nightlife and live music scene, particularly at the legendary Bottle & Cork, which has hosted major touring acts since 1936. Yet Dewey Beach offers more than its party-town image suggests. Bayside restaurants provide refined seafood dining with sunset views, while Delaware Seashore State Park delivers 6 miles of pristine coastline for surfing and fishing away from crowds. Business travelers appreciate the waterfront venues and proximity to quieter neighboring Lewes.

Strategic coastal positioning

The Jolly Trolley and DART Beach Bus connect you to Rehoboth Beach's boardwalk, while the Cape May-Lewes Ferry opens access to New Jersey across the Delaware Bay. Most visitors arrive through Philadelphia or Baltimore airports, making this an accessible Atlantic escape.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewey Beach

Can I book hotels in Dewey Beach on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Dewey Beach hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. Simply log in to your SkyMiles® account, where you will also discover Member-only offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Dewey Beach?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. Simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash to ensure you earn your miles. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We suggest reviewing the cancellation policies displayed in the detailed information for each hotel before completing your reservation. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card provides you with additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 that you can apply toward prepaid hotels or vacation rentals when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Note that terms apply to these offerings. Learn more about your benefits at the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. We encourage you to visit the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to check for the latest MQDs offers and review their specific terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit Dewey Beach?

To experience Dewey Beach during great weather, visit in July when temperatures average mid-70s with sunny skies and warm ocean conditions perfect for swimming. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider September when temperatures remain pleasant with warm water and reduced rates.

What hotels in Dewey Beach are near Dewey Beach?

Sandwiched between the Atlantic and Rehoboth Bay, Dewey Beach offers ocean waves on one side and calm bay waters on the other. Try paddleboarding at sunrise before the nightlife begins. Popular hotels include The Bellmoor Inn & Spa which is a short drive away. Hotel Rehoboth is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Dewey Beach are located near Indian Beach?

Indian Beach offers pristine shores with calm waters and soft sand, drawing families seeking a quieter coastal experience away from Delaware's busier stretches. The Bellmoor Inn & Spa is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Hotel Rehoboth is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Dewey Beach are located closest to Bottle & Cork?

This legendary beach bar has hosted live music for over 80 years, drawing national artists to an intimate stage where the energetic crowd becomes part of the show. One popular hotel is The Bellmoor Inn & Spa which is a short drive away. Another hotel is Hotel Rehoboth and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar