Sea Esta Motel I

About this motel

Located in Dewey Beach, this attractive motel for $85 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Dewey Beach, DE

Nearby attractions

Cape May County Park & Zoo

Wildwoods Beach Ball Sign

23.86 miles

Sea Esta Motel I

3.4

Average(174 Reviews)

Motel in Dewey Beach, DE

Reasons to book

Great for pets

Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this motel

Located in Dewey Beach, this attractive motel for $85 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Wheelchair accessible

Map of Dewey Beach, DE

Nearby attractions

Cape May County Park & Zoo

Wildwoods Beach Ball Sign

23.86 miles

Reviews

3.4/5.0

Average(174 Reviews)

1.0

Sep 2023

The toilet was broken the whole weekend. The woman who fixed it for us was very kind and did her best but I don't beleive she was a plumber. When I asked about receiving a discount for the inconveinance, the office told me because of the low price I got from Hotels.com, they were very hesitant to do it & they blamed it also on being understaffed. Which is no fault of mine. In the end, I received a credit for $22.10.

2.0

Sep 2023

Hotel is badly in need of updates. Bathroom fixtures were barely holding on. Floor didn't look like it had been cleaned in years. Big gaps between the air conditioner and the area of the wall it sat in, so traffic noise was louder than expected. On a good note, beds were pretty comfy.

1.0

Aug 2023

If you’re looking for the “old school” Motel vibe, this would be it. Loud noises from outside, around, and even inside the rooms. The blinds were missing pieces, so anyone could look inside the room. Plus, the mattress were dirty/stained. Allergies galore if you’re sensitive. We were looking for budget friendly, but for what we paid you’re getting 1 star quality.

2.0

Jul 2023

The bathroom wallpaper was peeling and had black mold behind it. It was very rustic but close to the beach.

2.0

Jun 2023

The hotel rooms haven’t been updated since the early 80s. The rooms are dingy and feel pretty grimy. With that being said, if you’re just looking for a place to crash that’s stumbling distance to all the Dewey bars (and want the least expensive place on the strip), then this is your place. If you don’t expect a lot, you won’t be disappointed. If you have a decent job and can pay a little more per night, stay anywhere else.

5.0

Jun 2023

Close to everything and beach. Staff was great.

5.0

Jun 2023

No problems at all and the hotel is closer to the beach than it appears on a map. Gentleman at front desk was courteous and quick.

4.0

Jun 2023

Toilet uncomfortable!

3.0

May 2023

Stay was very nice. No wifi, but otherwise great. Terrific location to beach, food, bars.

5.0

Oct 2022

Great to be able to walk 20 steps to beach.

1.0

Sep 2022

Our stay was quite awful. I will never stay there again. We ended up cutting our trip short and leaving on Saturday because we did not want to stay there another night. We stayed in Room 14. Upon walking in the room the smell was overwhelming musty/moldy. I turned the wall air conditioner onto “dry” and this did not help. The bathroom sink was covered in hair and dust, as well as the bathtub that was in such poor shape I definitely did not use it. A communal campground bathroom is in far better shape. Upon pulling down the sheets to get into bed, we found more of some else’s hair, in both beds. It looks like whoever “cleaned” the room just pulled the quilt up and made the bed without changing the sheets. Upon further inspection, the bed closest to the bathroom has dried vomit on the box spring on the side closest to the wall. I requested new sheets, and the “clean” sheets I was brought (to make the bed myself, I might add) also had hair in the pillow cases. We ended up putting our beach towels on top of the beds and sleeping on those. This hotel is also dog friendly- but the entire property is covered in rocks. There is no place to walk your dog to relieve themselves. I paid $200 per night off season at the end of September. I have paid less for a 4 star hotel in Sydney Australia with a room overlooking the Sydney Opera House. This hotel is a rip off you should stay far away from.

3.0

Aug 2022

I'll start by saying I am not a picky person by any means, so this hotel was absolutely fine by my standards. I would feel bad if I didn't mention the 3 year expired shampoo samples and the toilet so close to the tub/wall, I had to sit on it sideways. Haha but no bugs, ac worked fine and besides the blind being broken so you could see in the room, it was as good of a room as any! Worth it to be near the ocean. Oh, also, the parking lot is all rocks and there is no elevator, so it is not handicap accessible.

4.0

Aug 2022

Great location steps from beach and PET FRIENDLY!!!

2.0

Aug 2022

The reception lady was fine and the night shift gentleman was fine. The hotel needs a facelift (it is outdated). It is a minute walking from the beach. Nice area and family friendly. There is an ice machine near the front desk.

1.0

Jul 2022

The bathroom was dirty. The microwave had dried on food in it. I booked for 4 people but we only had 2 towels. We had to take our own trash out. Topping it all off there were less than a half dozen people there and they put us on the 3rd floor. We were very unhappy.

4.0

Jul 2022

Great distance from the beach and very friendly staff. Would definitely revisit.

1.5

Jun 2022

Overall this hotel has a good location, just a block away from the beach and within walking distance of bars and food. The AC unit is good and able to keep the room at 62F if that's your thing. The condition of the room is questionable! Whoever did the caulk job in the bathroom should look at another career - sorry. The outside needs some touch-up, and the inside needs some touch up too as there are cracks in the ceiling. The amount I paid for the weekend, I would manage they would do a better job on upkeep instead of pocketing it. Also, do some upgrades to the place. Let's be real if you're looking for a place to sleep, party, and stay outside most of the time. Then this place is OK but if you want a nicer place then look somewhere else.

4.0

May 2022

we loved being that close to the ocean... and that our pet was welcome on the beach. we loved your helpful staff... very personable, helpful folk. we did not like the fact that there was no designated "spot" for our dog to walk/potty. we did not like the bathroom configuration, nor the fact that there was carpet in the room. all our other dog friendly rooms had vinyl flooring, which smells fresher, easier to clean up any dogfood spills, and is what our dog is used to.

1.5

May 2022

Property def needs upgrades. Staff was super friendly.

2.5

May 2022

We went for the doodle romp weekend. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel is close to everything.

4.0

May 2022

Traffic and Pedestrian noises at night were disturbing. Hotel can do nothing about those.

5.0

Apr 2022

I love chatting with Cathy!

3.0

Oct 2021

The rooms need major updating. Everything is old and worn out. The bed and bedding were uncomfortable and old. The floors looked dirty. There was barely any hot water. And they say no smoking, but there was a steady stream of smoke smell coming from a panel in my bathroom. Very sub par. The only thing that was decent was the refrigerator. And the walls were paper thin. I could hear conversations a dog barking in the room next to me, and people talking outside the motel until 3am. I would not recommend this motel if you are used to any kind of standards.

3.0

Oct 2021

5.0

Oct 2021

Location was perfect for a quick weekend get away!

5.0

Sep 2021

My wife and I had a wonderful stay at this motel. We were looking for a last minute booking that accepts dogs and stumbled across the Sea Esta 1. The staff couldn’t have been friendlier. I even lost my cell phone which was found by one employee and returned to the office who then got it back to me. I plan on going again next year.

5.0

Sep 2021

5.0

Sep 2021

Short walk to beach. Yes, the Sea Esta 1 is an old (landmark) building, but the room was very clean and served our needs for our short visit. Great breakfast right next door to the hotel.

2.5

Sep 2021

Excellent

3.0

Sep 2021

Great location, pet friendly, everything in the room worked The carpet was a bit musty smelling

3.0

Sep 2021

Great location, pet friendly, everything in the room workedThe carpet was a bit musty smelling

1.0

Sep 2021

Great location and friendly service. It is a place I would stay if I were 18 and it was beach week. It seem cleaned, but very old and could use some renovations.

4.0

Sep 2021

Everything was fine

1.5

Sep 2021

The location is the best thing in this hotel. I like it that is it one block away from the beach. It is also very near the amenities so you can just walk around if you need anything. Lastly, I love it that I can bring my fur-babies with me on this stay.

4.0

Sep 2021

The location was perfect. A free parking spot was provided. The room was outdated but that was expected, the AC ran well though.

4.0

Sep 2021

The location was perfect. A free parking spot was provided. The room was outdated but that was expected, the AC ran well though.

2.5

Sep 2021

Far from a 5☆ hotel..but its perfect for my vet awsy needs..clean,perfect loc,great staff..love it!!Ap

4.0

Aug 2021

Reasonable pricing for peak season within easy walking distance to the beach & area businesses and restaurants. Clean with a very retro vibe. A fun place to stay!

4.0

Aug 2021

Great location and parking was easy! Location is a block to the beach and walking distance to everything Dewey or the Jolley Trolley to go to Rehoboth. This great of a location and for this good price, I knew there would be a few things to overlook. The biggest things to overlook is the dated room decor, damp carpet, mildew smell, and the very, very dated bathroom.

5.0

Jul 2021

It is the PERFECT location. So close to the beach, walkable to all the fun bars and restaurants.

FAQs

How much does this motel cost compared to others in Dewey Beach?

The average price for a rental in Dewey Beach is $428 per night. This rental is $343 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this motel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sea Esta Motel I. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this motel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sea Esta Motel I pet friendly?

Yes! This motel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Sea Esta Motel I?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Sea Esta Motel I

About this motel

Amenities

Map of Dewey Beach, DE

Nearby attractions

Sea Esta Motel I

Motel in Dewey Beach, DE

Reasons to book

About this motel

Amenities

Map of Dewey Beach, DE

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this motel cost compared to others in Dewey Beach?

Is parking included with this motel?

Is there a pool at this motel?

Is Sea Esta Motel I pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Sea Esta Motel I?

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