The Dewey Beach center is about the area of Tanger Outlets Rehoboth Beach and 1 mile west of Rehoboth Beach Historical.
Dewey Beach is a popular area any time of year, but for visitors who want to soak up some rays, play in the sand, enjoy water activities, and experience the nightlife of a beach town destination, May and August are the ideal times to visit.
During May through August, expect large crowds and peak rates at hotels. Temperatures range in the upper 80s and during the evening expect a cool-down in the upper 60s and low 70s. With tourists, families on vacation, and college kids on spring during these months, it's recommended that you make reservations for accommodations well in advance.
September through October is an excellent time to enjoy the cooler weather and outdoor activities although some attractions shorten their hours during the fall. If visiting after Labor Day, hotel rates are more affordable.
From November through April, crowds are few, rates are low, and temperatures are reasonable. For a quiet getaway, this is the time to visit as attractions and activities along the boardwalk will be closed for the season.
Hyatt Place Dewey Beach is not only an excellent choice for leisure travelers, it has a group friendly rating of 10/10 with an average group savings of 11 percent. The hotel offers a choice of meeting, conference, banquet, and event spaces for events and activities.
The pet-friendly hotel is ADA accessible, provides non-smoking guestrooms with plush Hyatt Grand bed, luxury hair and skin care amenities, in-room safe, workspace, and a 42-inch flat-screen HDTV. Hotel amenities include a coffee and cocktail bar, on-site restaurants for guest convenience, pool, 24-hour gym, and a complimentary A.M. Kitchen Skillet breakfast.
Beach House Dewey has a 10.0 out of 10.0 rating for groups/meetings and offers a cozier venue to relax with just 47 rooms. The family-owned hotel is newly renovated and brings a modern atmosphere that is light and bright.
Select a spacious king or double room or a king suite. Each is well-appointed and features free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and microwave. For your entertainment, the hotel is within walking distance to dining, nightlife, the beach, and the bay. For those arriving by air, Philadelphia International Airport is two hours away.
Adams Ocean Front Hotel not only offers fine accommodations, you'll also have the benefit of staying directly on the beach with the Atlantic Ocean just steps away. Experience the beauty of a morning sunrise and a brilliant sunset in the evening from your room's window. Relax in a rocking chair on the hotel's veranda, unwind in the sparkling pool, enjoy a morning breakfast of pastries, fruit, and beverages, or take a leisurely walk to the nearby shops.
The Bay Resort Motel is a gem set amid a pristine stretch of sand along the southern shoreline. The cozy atmosphere of the 67-room hotel is highlighted by its location on a private cove. Select double or king efficiency room or suite with a pool or bay view room featuring fully-equipped kitchenettes, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, coffeemaker, and more. If you feel like fishing, just walk down the hotel's 250-foot pier, and drop a line.
Within a 25-mile radius of Dewey Beach, visitors will find a variety of activities for all ages.
For water enthusiasts, take advantage of the wide-open expanses of the ocean for a parasailing adventure, fishing, boating at sunset, windsurfing, jet skiing, or trying your hand at clamming or crabbing.
If you want to take a break from sunbathing and swimming, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge provides a beautiful sanctuary for bird watching, fishing, canoeing, hiking, photography, and wildlife viewing from observation decks. Redden State Forest with an expansive 12,900 acres of lush forest, offers 44 miles of scenic trails ideal for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and bird watching. Both parks are less than 40 minutes from Dewey Beach.
Less than 30 minutes away, Fenwick Island State Park and Cape Hanlopen State Park offer many outdoor activities. At Fenwick Island, the quaint town has plenty of entertainment such as putt-putt golf, Viking Golf Amusements, go-kart rides, and Thunder Lagoon Water Park. At Fenwick State Park, enjoy fishing, sunbathing, windsurfing, canoeing, and sailing in the bay.
Cape Hanlopen has something for everyone to enjoy year-round. Take a hike or a biking excursion along scenic trails through various landscapes. Take a dip at the designated beach, grab a snack at the concession stand, then head to the 18-hole disc golf course for fun. The park features scheduled events, recreational programs, lectures, and hosts the annual Kite Festival.
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk stretched one-mile long and offers a variety of amusements, activities, and entertainment for all ages. The boardwalk is lined with interesting shops along Penny Lane Mall, and eateries such as The Sandcrab Beach Bar, Snyder's Candy for those with a sweet tooth, and delicious libations at The Olive Orchard Tasting Room. You will also find Funland with rides for the kids, a gaming arcade, and mini golf.
Plan a day trip and get a bird's eye view with a visit to Cape May Lighthouse at Cape May Point State Park and Cape May Bird Observatory. The state park offers almost endless opportunities to absorb the beauty of the great outdoors with hiking and canoeing. The Cape May Bird Observatory offers an array of birds, butterflies, and native flora to observe. Choose to participate in a scheduled walk, an in-depth field trip, a boat trip, or hire a guide to take you to take you on an educational bird watching tour.
At the Cape May Lighthouse, join the list of over 2 million visitors who have climbed the stairs for views from the top of the lighthouse. Built in 1858, it remains not only a tourist attraction but an aid to mariners sailing the coastline. The lighthouse also features Oil House that contains a museum, orientation center, and assorted souvenirs. For a special outing, purchase tickets on select dates to experience the lighthouse full moon event and climb the 199 stairs to the top guided only by moonbeams.
At the Emlen Physick Estate, you'll step back to another time in history while taking the guided or self-guided tour. The 15-room Stick Style home has been fully restored and reflects the lifestyle of the Victorian-era mansion. At the completion of the tour, you'll visit the Carroll Gallery located inside the 1876 Carriage House.
For a shopping spree to pick up a souvenir or two, plan to stop by the Tanger Outlets with more than 130 tax-free stores to find that perfect "something" as a memento of your vacation. From A to Z and everything in-between, there are shops galore including accessories and jewelry, apparel, children's apparel, food, footwear, housewares and home furnishings, and specialty shops.
The endless miles of sun, sea, and sand, the natural beauty of state parks, and detailed architecture make a trip to Dewey Beach one to remember.
Below are reviews of the city of Dewey Beach, DE from an actual visitor's perspective.
Very accessible to restaurants and shopping!
Room was very clean, spacious. Dewey Beach is a quieter and less crowded beach experience with restaurants and bars and close to the boardwalk, outlets, and state park.
Dewey Beach. If you want bars, they have bars!
Have visited for years love the small businesses and community.
Everything!
Dewey is a great beach destination with lots to do. It is great for those who love outdoor adventure and a place to just relax and unwind.