Hotel Bethany Beach

2.5 star property

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Experience the hotel's elegant entrance, flanked by tall pillars and surrounded by a beautifully maintained lawn.
Relax in a serene space with a large wall mural, flat-screen TV, and a comfortable bed.
Guests can relax in the hotel's spacious lobby, featuring a reception area, seating area with sofas, and open-plan layout.
Relax in our stylish lobby, featuring a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee table, and a side table, alongside a unique artwork and lush greenery.
Guests can enjoy the beach with umbrellas and chairs available for use.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
39642 Jefferson Bridge Rd., Bethany Beach, DE, 19930
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Chief Little Owl Totem Pole
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Twin Room (2 Queens, and 2 Twin Beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility/Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bethany Beach

When you stay at Hotel Bethany Beach in Bethany Beach, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Ocean City Beach and Bethany Beach Boardwalk. .This hotel is 12.4 mi (20 km) from Ocean City Boardwalk and 14.1 mi (22.8 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chief Little Owl Totem Pole - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • The Salt Pond Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 30 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bethany Beach

Hotel with free breakfast, near Bethany Beach Boardwalk
Hotel Bethany Beach offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, discounted use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hotel Bethany Beach. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 6 and March 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 25 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hotel Bethany Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 913 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1273 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberlee

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossy

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

Excellent servide

The best costumer service experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanchan Kumar

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean. My only complaint was that I should have booked the room longer. 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good free breakfast selection/quality/quantity.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Svetlana

Liked: Staff & service
I stayed one night and it was almost free- it worked out for this combination. There were hairs in the bedding and walk and view to the beach is obstructed by the tallest building in all of Bethany beach. I would not stay here for a long summer break. Breakfast was inedible. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Getaway

Great location and great price. Family friendly. Easily traveled to Lewes (dolphin watching), Rehoboth, and Bethany.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A calming stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NADIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

10/10 Excellent

Neda

Nicely updated. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice stay for the money! Definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has all the basic needs. Staff is very friendly; the hotel is decorated very nicely, comfortable parking lot, beds are nice, lots of towels for use, they give you 2 complimentary drinks, rooms are nicely decorated and well-equipped. They have lots of options for breakfast. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

8/10 Good

kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

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

10/10 Excellent

Amela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well-run hotel by nice people. Very clean and newly remodeled. Cookies and water in lobby. Maybe not charge for parking off-season. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025